Mantralelya Aathavani

In Hindu culture, we are familiar with the eight supernatural accomplishments, known as Ashta Siddhis, such as Anima and Garima. By a stroke of good fortune, the Marathi people have been blessed with yet another extraordinary accomplishment—G. D. Madgulkar!

A shahir who could compose a delicate and graceful lavani as tender as a string of yardlong beans; the creator of Geet Ramayan, which captivated the entire state of Maharashtra; a lyricist whose songs entered the hearts of Marathi people like a lingering fragrance; and an accomplished personality who played several roles—as a father, son, husband, brother, friend, writer, speaker, actor and politician—with equal passion and dedication.

These enchanting memories bring to light many unknown and heart-touching incidents from the life of the extraordinary artist known as 'Gadima', while also revealing unpublished facets of his multifaceted personality. His eldest son, Shridhar Madgulkar, narrates these memories in his own engaging and captivating style.