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:…
A Nostalgic Journey Through 1960s Bengaluru Overview of the plot Acharya and Company transports audiences back to the 1960s, where Madhusudhan Achar (Ashok), a successful civil engineer, lives with his wife Savitri (Sudha Belawadi) and their ten children in Bengaluru. Through unexpected death of Acharya their second daughter Suma (Sindhu Sreenivasa Murthy) is forced to…
A Quirky Comedy of Errors in Bengaluru Plot: A peddler is mistaken for Simon, a Frenchman who had just landed in India. Alongside Asgar, an auto rickshaw driver, they try to find their way amidst the Shivajinagar mafia chaos in Bengaluru. The misadventures begin with the death of local don Charles leading to a cryptic…
Unraveling Toby: Raj B Shetty’s Dark Odyssey “Toby” follows Shetty’s groundbreaking “Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana”, which was just as audacious in its storytelling. Breaking away from his typical self-mocking comedies like “Ondu Motteya Kathe”, Shetty explores the world of stylized crime films with “Toby”. In this filmic journey, Toby (played by Raj B Shetty) emerges…
Darshan brings mass fighter look to sociologic story back drop. The movie “Kaatera” is among the few in a landscape predominantly characterized by mass formulaic hero films. This film, directed by Tharun Kishore Sudhir, portrays Challenging Star Darshan in a role emphasizing his acting talent rather than his larger-than-life persona. Plot Summary: Suspense sets in…
“Upadhyaksha: A Laughter-Filled Sequel Blending Comedy, Romance, and Rural Charm” Get ready for a comedic rollercoaster ride through the picturesque village of Gejjepura in the hilarious sequel, “Upadhyaksha.” Directed by Anil Kumar, this film follows the success of the superhit “Adhyaksha” and brings back the uproarious Chi Thu Sangha for another round of comedic escapades….
“Bachelor Party: A Bangin’ Bangkok Bash or Bust?” Well, buckle up, my fellow movie enthusiasts, because we’ve just taken a wild ride to Bangkok with “Bachelor Party”! Directed by Abhijith Mahesh, this film promises an adventure-filled Bachelor Party that’s supposed to be crazier than a cat on caffeine. Did it deliver on the party vibes,…
In the rapidly evolving digital age, technologies like Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain have revolutionized the learning landscape. The accessibility of these technologies has made it easier for individuals to acquire skills at a faster pace compared to traditional degree-oriented courses. In the past, government funding and philanthropy were crucial for educational institutions. However, this limited…
“A Wrestling Drama That Fails to Deliver the Knockout Punch“ Garadi, set in the rustic backdrop of Rattehalli village, attempts to capture the essence of wrestling through the journey of Soorya, played by Yashas Surya. Despite a commendable effort from the cast, particularly Soorya and B C Patil, and some well-executed wrestling sequences, the film…
“Ghost: Shivarajkumar’s Vigilante Avatar Shines in this Stylish Mass Entertainer!” Get ready for a rollercoaster ride with Ghost, where Shivarajkumar dons the role of a vigilante gangster in this stylish and action-packed thriller. Director MG Srinivas, a die-hard fan of Shivarajkumar, crafts a film that celebrates the actor’s on-screen swag and delivers a solid fanboy…