Laxmichya Paulanni is a Marathi television serial that premiered on Star Pravah on 20 November 2023 at 9:30 PM. The series is the official Marathi adaptation of the popular Star Jalsha Bengali serial Gaatchora, which has been remade in several Indian languages.
Isha Keskar plays the central character Kala, marking her return to Marathi television. The ensemble cast includes Akshar Kothari, Kishori Ambiye, Deepali Pansare, Dhruva Datar, Rutwik Talwalkar, Apurva Sapkal, Rohini Naik and several other actors.
The serial was originally available for online streaming through Disney+ Hotstar, which has since become JioHotstar.
Laxmichya Paulanni Serial Details
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Serial Name | Laxmichya Paulanni |
| Language | Marathi |
| Channel | Star Pravah, Star Pravah HD |
| Launch Date | 20 November 2023 |
| Telecast Days | Monday to Saturday |
| Telecast Time | 9:30 PM |
| Repeat Telecast | 10:30 AM, 3:30 PM |
| Lead Actress | Isha Keskar |
| Character | Kala |
| Production Company | Frames Productions |
| Original Serial | Gaatchora |
| Original Language | Bengali |
| Original Streaming Platform | Disney+ Hotstar |
| Current Streaming Platform | JioHotstar |
| Genre | Family Drama |
Gaatchora Remade in Marathi as Laxmichya Paulanni
Laxmichya Paulanni is the Marathi adaptation of Gaatchora, originally telecast on Star Jalsha.
Following the success of the Bengali original, the story was adapted by the Star network for audiences across several regional markets. Laxmichya Paulanni joined Star Pravah’s prime-time fiction lineup with its launch on 20 November 2023 at 9:30 PM.
The Marathi version retains the family-drama foundation of Gaatchora while introducing new characters, actors and a setting designed for Marathi television audiences.
Isha Keskar as Kala
Isha Keskar plays Kala, one of the central characters of Laxmichya Paulanni.
The serial marked Isha Keskar’s comeback to Marathi television. She is familiar to viewers for playing Bhanu in Jai Malhar and Shanaya in Majhya Navaryachi Bayko.
Her appearance as Kala became one of the major highlights surrounding the launch of the new Star Pravah serial.
Laxmichya Paulanni Star Cast
| Actor | Character |
|---|---|
| Isha Keskar | Kalanidhi Khare / Kala |
| Akshar Kothari | Adwait Chandekar |
| Kishori Ambiye | Sangita Khare |
| Dhruva Datar | Rahul Chandekar |
| Rutwik Talwalkar | Soham Chandekar |
| Leena Athavale | Rajani Chandekar |
| Milind Oak | Bhalchandra Chandekar |
| Apurva Sapkal | Nayana Khare |
| Rohini Naik | Kajal Khare |
| Abhay Khadapkar | Dinkar Khare |
| Deepali Pansare | Rohini Chandekar |
| Manjusha Godse | Saroj Chandekar |
| Satish Agashe | Shrikant Chandekar |
The ensemble brings together the Khare and Chandekar families, whose relationships form an important part of the serial’s storyline.
Laxmichya Paulanni Telecast Time
Original episodes of Laxmichya Paulanni aired Monday to Saturday at 9:30 PM on Star Pravah and Star Pravah HD.
| Telecast | Time |
|---|---|
| Original Episode | 9:30 PM |
| Repeat Telecast | 10:30 AM |
| Repeat Telecast | 3:30 PM |
The programme was also made available digitally through Disney+ Hotstar during its original run. Following the platform transition, Disney+ Hotstar is now JioHotstar.
Gaatchora Remakes in Other Languages
The success of Gaatchora resulted in adaptations across Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada and Marathi television.
| Language | Serial | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Bengali | Gaatchora | Star Jalsha |
| Marathi | Laxmichya Paulanni | Star Pravah |
| Hindi | Teri Meri Doriyaann | Star Plus |
| Telugu | Brahmamudi | Star Maa |
| Malayalam | Patharamattu | Asianet |
| Tamil | Aaha Kalyanam | Star Vijay |
| Kannada | Katheyondu Shuruvagide | Star Suvarna |
Teri Meri Doriyaann – Hindi
Teri Meri Doriyaann is the Hindi adaptation on Star Plus, featuring Vijayendra Kumeria and Himanshi Parashar in the principal roles.
Brahmamudi – Telugu
Star Maa adapted Gaatchora into Telugu as Brahmamudi, with Maanas Nagulapalli and Deepika Rangaraju among the prominent cast members.
Patharamattu – Malayalam
Patharamattu is the Malayalam version on Asianet. The serial became one of the channel’s prominent fiction programmes and performed strongly in Malayalam television ratings.
Aaha Kalyanam – Tamil
Aaha Kalyanam brought the Gaatchora story to Tamil television through Star Vijay.
Katheyondu Shuruvagide – Kannada
Katheyondu Shuruvagide is the Kannada adaptation on Star Suvarna, with Akshata Deshpande playing Kriti.
Other Star Pravah Serials
At the time, Star Pravah’s fiction lineup included programmes such as Premachi Goshta, Kunya Rajachi Ga Tu Rani, Man Dhaga Dhaga Jodte Nava, Shubhvivah, Tharala Tar Mag!, Tuzech Mi Geet Gaat Aahe and Muramba.
Premachi Goshta, featuring Tejashri Pradhan and Raj Hanchanale, premiered on 4 September at 8:00 PM.
The channel later introduced Gharoghari Matichya Chuli and Sadhi Manasa on 18 March. Gharoghari Matichya Chuli is associated with the Kahaani Ghar Ghar Kii format, while Sadhi Manasa is based on Siragadikka Aasai.
Another addition, Thoda Tuza Ani Thoda Maza, premiered on 17 June at 9:00 PM, featuring Shivani Surve, Manasi Kulkarni and Sameer Paranjape.
What Was the Latest Marathi Serial on Star Pravah?
At the time of its announcement, Laxmichya Paulanni was Star Pravah’s latest fiction offering, scheduled to premiere on 20 November 2023 at 9:30 PM.
The serial also expanded the reach of Gaatchora, joining Teri Meri Doriyaann, Brahmamudi, Patharamattu, Aaha Kalyanam and Katheyondu Shuruvagide as regional adaptations of the successful Bengali television drama.
