A Visual Spectacle Marred by Convoluted Storytelling. Introduction: In Kalki 2898 AD, directed by Nag Ashwin, the goal is to create a story based on Hindu mythology and centered on the events following Mahabharata war as well as the tenth avatar of Lord Vishnu prophesied to come. The film fails to deliver due to over-complicated…
A Heartfelt Kannada Romance That Redefines Love and Loss KS Ashoka, the director behind the surprise hit “6-5=2,” has now made a romantic film named “Dia” that is full of touching moments. It defies conventions in its genre by being a musical free romance with engaging storyline and real performances. The movie revolves around Dia,…
Eddelu Manjunatha: A Satirical Masterpiece It is through the film “Eddelu Manjunatha” that director Guru Prasad presents a funny and thought-provoking narrative that explores laziness in society and human nature. Three characters namely: Manja (Jaggesh), Nani (Tabla Nani) and Gowri (Yagna Shetty) are at the center of it all. Infact, Manja exemplifies an indolent person…
A Heartfelt Journey of Love and Friendship Raja Huli is an exceptionally lively romantic drama directed by Guru Deshapande starring Yash and Meghana Raj which has some of the most engaging roles. The film is set in a village near Mandya, and it skillfully combines the themes of love, friendship, and redemption throughout its entire…
A Heartfelt Journey through Love and Nostalgia. “Love Mocktail”-a tear-jerking journey that beautifully intertwines love, heartbreak and self-discovery in a soul-stirring manner. Darling Krishna directs the film as well as starring as the protagonist hence takes his audience to their nostalgic past through a character called Adi. Adi’s life is told from teenage years to…
A Nostalgic Ride Through College Life. Kirik Party is a delightful representation of university life through the eyes of Rakshit Shetty playing Karna, who is very much like the typical young adult. Jokes and sentimental moments that make one think are the techniques used by this movie to address youth issues genuinely and emotionally. Rashmika…
A Potent Blend of Action, Emotion, and Social Commentary Darshan’s return to the silver screen after being away for more than a year is what “Yajamana” by debutant V Harikrishna and Kumar signifies. The film guarantees an interesting plot filled with action and emotion, as well as a powerful social message and it does not…
A Romantic Rollercoaster with Some Bumps Along the Way. Pavan Wadeyar directed “Googly”, a roller-coaster romantic film that blends love, drama and some pinch of sentimentality. With a powerful script in his hands, Wadeyar tells a story of youthful love though it occasionally loses track. Sharath is the center of attraction in this film. A…
Review: Weekend with Ramesh Season 5 Ramesh Aravind’s highly awaited small screen comeback through the fifth edition of “Weekend with Ramesh” has without a doubt met the high expectations. This Kannada show remains one of the most inspiring and distinct ones on our television screens, mingling inspiration, entertainment and nostalgia for all viewers. This season’s…
A Surreal Masterpiece by Upendra This series of essays has always been one of my long-term goals. Initially, I did not plan to share them through my blog, but now I find myself compelled to articulate the deep meanings and interpretations in one of my most favorite movies known as “Upendra”. The Journey in Dreamland…
A Breezy Romcom for the Hashtag Generation Chamak directed by Suni is a joyful rom-com, familiar to the present hashtag age. It is about Kush, an easy-going gynecologist and Khushi, his seemingly dumb wife. What began as a marriage of convenience ended up being a journey of self-discovery and unforeseen emotions. A Modern Take on…
A Duryodhana-Centric Mahabharata Adaptation A fresh look at Mahabharata by Munirathna’s “Kurukshetra” directed by Naganna that focuses on the complex character of Duryodhana. It was released in 3D and this Kannada language film delves into the life of Duryodhana, depicting him as a genius but flawed warrior who gets manipulated and becomes a victim of…
Plot Analysis A boy’s desire to become a billionaire and the mightiest man in KGF forms the subject of “KGF: Chapter 1” which shows how he rose from Mumbai streets to gold fields of KGF. This journalist’s story covers many years starting from those days when Rocky was living in Mysore city. His mother died…
A Timeless Kannada Classic Kannada film industry is abuzz with excitement as the Om, one of its most iconic movies completes 25 glorious years. Directed by Upendra and starring Shivarajkumar and Prema, this is a 1995 crime drama that has left an indelible mark on Sandalwood and continues to be celebrated by fans old and…
Plot Overview: Avane Srimannarayana narrates a story about lost treasure, feudal lord’s death and his stepsons who fight over to inherit his throne. The story moves forward fifteen years later with Narayana, an eccentric police officer gets caught up in the mayhem. Will they find the treasure? Who will be the winner? Setting and Inspiration:…