Credits: -Siyaa- [Shilpi]
"Yes: I am a dreamer. For a
dreamer is one who can only find his way by moonlight, and his
punishment is that he sees the dawn before the rest of the world."
-Oscar Wilde
A journey which started from the schools in Lucknow and moved on to the Hindu college in Delhi both studying and doing theaters but the final destination still awaited him.
It was Mumbai the city of dreams where he spread his wings and moved towards the accomplishment of his goal ' to be a director
Finally in 2008, His wife Gul and he formed the production house named" 4 Lions Films".
Currently he is the Creative Producer of Arjun.
Let's meet the man of various talents, Creative Genius or simply a 5 letter wonder
Gorky M- Just Few Facts
' Gorky holds a degree in English Literature from Hindu College at Delhi University.
' He started working on documentaries at a very young age of 18 and produced documentaries for many illustrious NGOs like the Rajiv Gandhi Foundation and Aga Khan Foundation.
' He won a gold medal at the International Video Olympiad in Brazil at the age of 20.
' He went on to work with some of the biggest names in the Indian film industry like Subhash Ghai, Kundan Shah and Red Chillies Entertainment.
' He has worked on five feature films and 40 ad films as an associate. He has directed over 2000 hours of content including TV, feature films, ad films and music videos.
' He created the detective series Krishna - Arjun
' He turned producer in 2008 and co-founded 4 Lions Films.
' He has directed the feature film 'Men Will Be Men', produced by Red Chillies.
' His direction credits also include 'Humse Hai Liife' on Channel V and 'Arjun' for Star Plus for 4 Lions Films.
Through the hangout we came to know he needed to visualize things for instance he never liked chemistry as he couldn't see Hydrogen and oxygen combining but he liked literature. He also can play musical instruments like piano, harmonium, clarinet, cello
His direction credits also include "Humse Hai Liife" on Channel V and "Arjun" for Star Plus for 4 Lions Films.
Being the creative head of Arjun
it's him who makes everything on the screen look real and his impeccable
direction makes the serial a must watch. Everyone remembers the first
episode of Arjun the twists, the interaction between Arjun and Riya, the
famous pink pen, then boat chase and of course 'Sadrak?a?aya Khalanigraha?aya'
and now the Sharadh scene which had got tears to many eyes, the pain
both Arjun and Sameer on losing Roshini and of course the underlying
care masked by anger on both sides
He is part of discussion with the writers of the show and it is his vision on which the crux of the story is based. Be it Arjun Suryakant' s Rawte and his pain of losing his wife Roshini Rawte or his equation with Riya and now Sakshi .The friendship turned sour between Sam- Arjun or personal stories of Chotu, Shree and Ayesha each of the characters live in Gorky's head. When an episode is written, it is through his guidance and visions that these characters have their interpersonal relationship scene presented to us.
Arjun as a TV series is one of its kind with the right blend of action, emotion, drama, thrill and message associated with every episode. Making each episode different from the other means new locations, new supporting actors, another story .With all these to be taken care , shooting of the episodes is in itself a task as there isn't a fixed location or set for it. In spite all these barriers Gorky and his team has given us a mystery to crack every weekend and of course a thought to ponder on .In addition to these the Suraksha Chakra is the need to today time where they reach out to the wider audience and give tips to manage any emergency situation along with being vigilant .
Arjun- Har Yug Mein Aayega Ek, a one of its kind action thriller, that was created with a vision of not just entertainment but also with thought of spreading message be it of human failures, interpersonal relationship that thrive in situations that seem unlikely and how men and women in uniform live their life on duty and outside it.
ACP Arjun Suryakant Rawte
'Look beyond the obvious' and 'fierce determination' to seek justice is what defines ACP Arjun..
A young, good-looking honest cop with razor sharp analytical skills.. His out of the box thinking and no-nonsense attitude has earned him respect and fear within the Police force..
Once upon a time, he personified life.. Being a cop was his
dream and destiny.. He went on to become a Police officer angering his father
who in turn disowned him and hence he has a soft corner for young people who
follow their heart and live life on their own terms..
'Tere jaisa yaar kahaan..'- Arjun and Sam..
Best friends
with Sameer in the past, but the duo don't see each other eye to eye and are
now reduced to being Rawte and Rathore.. Though Arjun doesn't expect Sam to
forgive him, but yet he wishes for Rathore to believe in him someday..
'Roshni was the light that illuminated his life..'
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She walked into his life and swept him off his feet.. The young cop fell in love and later proposed marriage to her.. They were living a fairytale romance until she was snatched away from him.. He had watched on as life left her eyes, plunging him into despair and heart-wrenching guilt for the rest of his life..
'Mujhe yunhi karke khwabon se judaa.. Jaane kahan chupke baitha hai khuda..'
Arjun keeps away from all that is beautiful, colourful and
reminds him of her.. Seeking revenge for his wife's brutal murder is the sole
purpose of his life and is probably the only weak nerve the strong cop
possesses..
'Yahaan ke hum sikandar..'
Arjun is now an integral part of the ETF, being their
second-in-command.. His unorthodox ways of investigation have earned him his
team member's faith and unconditional support.. He in turn is slowly turning
into a 'team-man', placing his faith in them time and again..
Be it lending a ear to Chottu as he narrates his tragic childhood or appreciating Shree for having cracked a tough nut, or helping Riya overcome her fear of shooting, Arjun is slowly coming to realise that these are the only people close to being a family that he never had..
His respects Ayesha's abilities for being the responsible
cop she is and never once rebuked her when she taunted him for having ruined
her cover.. His guilt on being responsible for Sakshi getting shot made him
display a soft side of him, which he often keeps under wraps.. He seldom lets
his personal differences with Rathore get in the way of their work, and
together as a team, they're formidable..
'Brave as a lion and shrewd as a leopard..' He is manipulative and shrewd when it comes to nailing smart criminals.. He never underestimates them; in fact, even appreciates their intelligence at times.. But he knows just when and how to go in for the kill.. 'Uske aage ki ek chaal, main khud hi sochta hoon..'
He has given up on life and lives a reclusive life, fighting criminals and seeking justice for the wronged living up to his oath, 'Sadrakshanaya Khalnighranaya.. 'Kuch log bheed mein ho toh bhi tanha, aur akele ho tab hi akele..'
However, one would often find him brooding in the dark, spending sleepless nights holding on to the one hope that he will avenge his wife's death and rid himself of the guilt he has been bearing on his shoulders.. 'Zindagi mein raahat ki ummed kam hi hai Rathore, lekin mushkil yeh hai ki zindagi aasaani se guzregi bhi nahi..'
Arjun loves kids and harbors a soft corner for them.. Pao
bhaji and a hot glass of cutting chai are probably the easiest ways into
his heart.. Get to work, ladies.. Samjhe ya samjhaun?!
Shaleen Malhotra.. The handsome, charismatic man with a sparkle in his eyes plays the role of ACP Arjun Rawte.. None could have fit into his shoes as well as Shaleen does..
As the Creative Head, Gorky had once said, Shaleen possesses a certain body language which is Arjun-like.. Be it the 'eyes that speak', the no-nonsense attitude he carries off flawlessly, the penchant for action and adventure or 'the clenching' of the jaw'& 'spinning the pen' as they are known as, are traits he has contributed to the character..
He is just as focused and determined as Arjun when into the character, but one would hardly find him without his trademark cheeky smile..
The man enjoys a massive female fan following both as Arjun and more so as Shaleen.. Well, as quoted by Mrunal Thakur, his co-star, 'Isiliye toh hum aap pe marte hain, ACP Sahab..'
Here are some more glimpses of the intelligent and dashing cop.
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Sameer Dhamsingh Rathod, the chief of Emergency Task Force'.
He is "Rathod" for his second in command ACP Arjun Rawte and "Rathod sir" for the rest of the team...A man of principles...a cop who goes by protocols and would adhere and abide by them at all costs!
Things that could set him on fire were the plight of innocent people and ill treatment of women!
A total 360 degree different from his second in command Arjun who went by his instincts and believed in breaking all rules to reach the goal!
A hot headed second in command, a nerdy techie, an innocent commando, a daring female cop, a bubbly chirpy investigative journalist'.the ETF team was a blend of unique and distinct individuals and definitely needs a strong personality like Sameer Rathod to head them'And steer them to the right direction'.to remind them and wake them up about the duty calls!
He makes them pull up their socks and gets things done in the best possible manner'..He is the only person who can talk back'face to face with ACP Arjun Rawte''..his "Rawte"
An episode doesn't seem complete without Sameer Rathod's "Dammit Rawte" and Arjun Rawte's "Kuch toh choot raha hai Rathod"
The trademark dialogs of the super cops add that extra flavour and spice to the episodes and lure the fans into their magical play of words!
Something which candidly comes to my mind is Rathod's super cool full form of ETF - "Experts in todh fodh"
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Once upon a time, long long ago'don't know how long ago, they, I mean Rathod and Rawte were Sam and Arjun, the best buddies''
A tragedy in their lives which snatched away Sam's best friend and Arjun's wife Roshni from them had pulled them apart''Split their friendship to the extent that they now share nothing but cold vibes''Sam and Arjun were lost somewhere and only Rathod and Rawte remain now''The exact reason for the break of friendship is not yet clear but it was shown that Rathod accuses Arjun for Roshni's death!
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Anyways, we fans are still anxiously waiting for that part of the story, their flash back to open up!
Aisha, the dare devil lady cop is all set to become his love interest in the near future...Another interesting track which the fans are waiting for!
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Behzaad Khan plays the perfect man, the perfect cop and the perfect ETF chief Sameer Dhamsingh Rathod to the T''He is inevitable to the team as well as to the show!
Credits: ...Mithuz...
The latest entry to the best crime investigation team, Sakshi Anand has joined ETF just a few months back with a big smile on her face.
She has joined ETF on the interest of the DIG to have a messenger who could pass on to the public the hardwork of the ETF members, the sacrifices they give unquestioned when demanded, just for the welfare of the Public.
This high-spirited girl with no defense background, might possibly seem unfit for being a part of a team that faces dangerous situation on everystep. But, her courage cannot be doubted. She won't think twice before jumping to save a person from a bullet, endangering her own life.
As chirpy as she seems, the smiles carry beneath it a dreadful pain. Her father is taking his passing his every second in this world due to the numerous tubes attached to him.
What happened to him is still a mystery. But there is avenge in the lovely lady's mind. For sure.
Her biggest obstruction to the sweet smile in the ETF office is none other than the most popular officer there, ACP Arjun Suryakant Rawte.
Sakshi is yet the only brave person to challenge and oppose the ideas of this harsh-seeming-officer.
She has taken a vow to make this lost-man smile once again in his life.
What happens in between the two in this mission of hers, is something we all await to see.
She is mindless at times in her actions, but never with the wrong intentions. That doesn't mean she can't relate with a person's pain.
Her "I do Believe You" is still a melody for all.
Also, she is a great observer. She is the only one to observe the small sparkles between her two friends, one a Workaholic cop and other our Dabang lady. She does try at times to give them a space they need.
A true friend, a lovely daughter and a promising lover. This is what defines Sakshi Anand.
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Hein koi jo lamba sa chaura sa tha,
Hein koi jo bahut baara sa dikhta tha,
Naam that ouska Chandrakant Patil,
Lekin pyar se sab bulate the ousse Chotu
Ouska pehla pyaar hein ouska doggy,
Jisse woh bulate tha Ruby
Doosra pyaar tha khana,
Jiske bina ouska nahin hota guzara
Aur shayad ouska teesra pyar tha ouski 11:30 wali,
Jisne milna tha abhi baki
ETF mein sab ousse jante the Chotu ke naam se,
Rathore sir se dartein the,
Aur Arjun sir se kuch zyada hi dartein the,
Shree ke saath masti kartein the,
Ayesha se pehle cheertein the, lekin ab dost bangaye
Sakshi ke saath haasi mazak kartein the
Aur Liza ke saath wedding dreams bhi kartein the
Finally thi Riya jo tha ouska dost,
Jiske marne sa hua ousse bara dard
Naam tha ouska Chotu...
Jo intelligent shayad nahin tha,
Lekin bahut tha pyara...
Liza D'cruz is the forensic expert of ETF. She digs out evidences and clues from the specimens and blood sample collected from the crime scene. She is smart, bubbly and confident..
Within her lies a sharp brilliant mind which can hunt down the smallest of smallest clues through analytical and scientific methods!
She has an amazing rapport with the entire team and bonds well with the other ladies in the team as well!
But her chemistry with Shree stands apart right from her entry episode!
She is Shree's college mate..no no not friends any day!..They could kill each other before accepting that they share a friendship bond...
Friendship would run miles away from what they share with each other..They always stood as rivals competing for the first place in college.In ETF, nothing changes that trait in both!
Friendship, Enmity, Hatred, Love...or may be a blend of all that in incorrect propositions...perhaps yes, thats what they share!
She keeps addressing him as Specky Sen just to annoy him and she succeeds in it as well..They complement each other with snide sarcastic remarks and never leave a chance to taunt each other!
Both are always at loggerheads and every conversation ends in an argument of sorts..
Their nhok jhoks are a real treat to watch and keeps the fans wondering when and how these strong headed intellectual logger heads would eventually fall in love? They seem to share a thin line of love hate relationship!
"Will they ever fall in love? Or are they already in love but yet to realize it??" these are other big questions.
And if yes how would their equations and chemistry change..However it happens, it would definitely be a treat..absolute and perfect treat!
Ritu Chauhan plays the role of the forensic expert Liza and she carries it off perfectly fitting every requirement that the role demands from her.
She isn't a new face to television..She has acted in shows like Yahan Ke Hum Sikander as Ranjana, Mein Laxmi Tere Aangan Ki as Ronika!
Though not into direct field work and hard core investigation, she is an inevitable part of the ETF team and the show!