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Udaya Film Awards
The Udaya Film Awards is the most prominent award ceremony for Kannada films presented annually by Udaya TV, a Kannada-language division of the Sun Network, from the South India, south-Indian state of Karnataka. The awards ceremony has been instituted to honour both artistic and technical excellence in the Kannada cinema, Kannada language film industry. Held since 1998, the ceremony was discontinued for over 6 years and made its comeback in 2006. The sponsors have been made by Knockout and ITC Limited, Sun Feast before and currently by ITC Limited, Vivel Active. Best Actor The Udaya Film Award for Best Male Actor has been awarded since 1998. Best Actress The Udaya Film Award for Best Female Actor has been awarded since 1998. Best Director The Udaya Film Award for Best Director has been awarded since 1998. Best Film The Udaya Film Award for Best Film has been awarded since 1998. Best Supporting Actor The Udaya Film Award for Best Supporting Male Actor has been awarded ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Film
A film also called a movie, motion picture, moving picture, picture, photoplay or (slang) flick is a work of visual art that simulates experiences and otherwise communicates ideas, stories, perceptions, feelings, beauty, or atmosphere through the use of moving images. These images are generally accompanied by sound and, more rarely, other sensory stimulations. The word "cinema", short for cinematography, is often used to refer to filmmaking and the film industry, and to the art form that is the result of it. Recording and transmission of film The moving images of a film are created by photography, photographing actual scenes with a movie camera, motion-picture camera, by photographing drawings or miniature models using traditional animation techniques, by means of computer-generated imagery, CGI and computer animation, or by a combination of some or all of these techniques, and other visual effects. Before the introduction of digital production, series of still imag ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ganesh (actor)
Ganesh Kishan (born 2 July 1980), known mononymously as Ganesh, is an Indian actor and television presenter known for his work in Kannada cinema. Through his career in films and television shows, he has become one of the most popular celebrities and highest-paid actors in Kannada cinema. He is the recipient of several awards, including two Filmfare Awards. Ganesh shot to fame with the film ''Mungaru Male'' (2006), which set a record in Kannada cinema. In theatres, it was speculated to have collected over 75 crore by the end of its record-breaking 865-day theatrical run. It was the first movie to be screened continuously for one year in a multiplex in any language in India. The success of ''Mungaru Male'' brought Ganesh the nickname, "Golden Star". Ganesh won two consecutive Best Actor awards at Filmfare for the romantic comedy-drama ''Gaalipata'' (2008) and in the romantic drama ''Maleyali Jotheyali'' (2009). His other major success was ''Cheluvina Chittara'' (2007) after ''Mu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mussanjemaatu
''Mussanjemaatu'' is a 2008 Indian Kannada-language romance film starring Sudeep and Ramya (actress), Ramya. The film was directed by Mussanje Mahesh. The movie is produced by Suresh Jain. The music of the film was launched on 4 April 2008. The movie was released on 16 May 2008 in India. It was released in the United States and in Toronto on 30 November 2008. The movie was remade in Bengali language, Bengali as ''Achena Prem'' which released on 8 July 2011. Plot The film revolves around the life of a Radio Jockey, Pradeep (Sudeep), who runs a radio programme called "Mussange Maathu" for depressed people. Tanu (Ramya) is a depressed girl who comes to Bangalore to live with her friend (Anu) and to find a new life. One day she calls Pradeep's radio programme and becomes very impressed by his suggestion. Meanwhile, Pradeep and his team go to the streets of Bangalore to raise funds, to help a diseased person. There, he comes across Tanu and both become good friends, as days pass b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Krishnan Love Story
''Krishnan Love Story'' ( kn, ಕೃಷ್ಣನ್ ಲವ್ ಸ್ಟೋರಿ) is a 2010 Indian Kannada language action drama film written and directed by Shashank, and starring Ajay Rao, Radhika Pandit in leading roles and Umashri, Achyuth Kumar, Sharan, Pradeep, Harsha and Chandra in supporting roles.The music of this film is composed by Sridhar V. Sambhram. The movie was remade in Bengali in 2018 as ''Piya Re'' by Surinder Films starring Soham Chakraborty. Cast * Ajay Rao as Krishna * Radhika Pandit as Geetha * Umashree * Achyuth Kumar * Sharan * Pradeep Bogadi as Narendra *Pavan Benaka *P. N. Sathya *Rithesh *Kempegowda *Master Rakesh *Master Manju * Harsha *Ashok rao * Kaddipudi Chandru as Chandru, Geetha's brother *Shashank * Padmaja Rao *Lakshmi Hegde * Ninasam Ashwath *Jadi Akash * Yogesh; special appearance in ''Mosa Madalendu Neenu'' Soundtrack Sridhar V. Sambhram composed the film's background score and music for its soundtrack. The lyrics for th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sanju Weds Geetha
''Sanju Weds Geetha'' is a 2011 Indian Kannada-language romance film directed and written by Nagashekar and produced by Pramod Narayan, starring Srinagar Kitty and Ramya in the lead roles. Jassie Gift composed the soundtrack, while Sadhu Kokila composed the background score. The film was released on 1 April 2011. The film was successful at the box-office upon release and won many critical acclaims and awards including the Karnataka State Film Awards, Filmfare Awards South and Suvarna Film Awards in various categories. The movie was remade in 2017 in Bengali as ''Tomake Chai''. Plot ''Sanju Weds Geetha'' begins with Sanjay "Sanju" graduating in computer science with top marks — immediately after which he leaves to his hometown Kodagu. There he meets Geetha who is seen helping a beggar, and he is instantly infatuated. He pursues her to like him too. After several attempts, the strict and strong-willed Geetha gives into Sanju's good nature and they soon become very close. Whe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramya (actress)
Divya Spandana (born 29 November 1982), better known by her screen name Ramya, is an Indian actress and politician. She served as the Member of Parliament in the Lok Sabha from Mandya, Karnataka. She primarily works in Kannada, alongside Tamil language films. Ramya is the recipient of two Filmfare Awards South, an Udaya Award, and a Karnataka State Film Award. Ramya made her acting debut in the 2003 Kannada-language film ''Abhi''. Although she has sporadically worked in Tamil and Telugu films her work in Kannada film industry garnered her greater attention. She won the Udaya Award and Filmfare Award for Best Actress for the ''Amrithadhare'' (2005) and ''Tananam Tananam'' (2006) respectively. Her performance as the eponymous heroine in the 2011 romantic drama ''Sanju Weds Geetha'' garnered her further critical success and a Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actress. Ramya has also starred in the 2011 blockbuster fantasy film ''Katari Veera Surasundarangi'' and other commer ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Addhuri
''Addhuri'' is a 2012 Kannada film, Kannada romantic drama film starring Dhruva Sarja in his debut film, along with Radhika Pandit in the lead roles. The story, screenplay, dialogues and direction are by A. P. Arjun of the Kannada movie ''Ambari (film), Ambaari'' fame. V. Harikrishna is the music director of the film. Keerthi Swamy of Maryland, U S A and Shankar Reddy of Bengaluru have produced the venture. Soorya S Kiran of "Dildaara" fame is the Cinematographer. The film made its theatrical release across Karnataka screens on 15 June 2012.Kannada Movie News, Reviews , Image - Home chitraloka.com (2012-06-13). Retrieved on 2016-02-27. The stunts are handled by Ravi Verma. In one of the scenes Dhruva Sarja jumped from 65 feet height and did all stunts without dupes. ...
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Radhika Pandit
Radhika Pandit is an Indian film and television actress. She has established a career in Cinema of Karnataka, Kannada cinema as a leading actress. Having worked in Soap opera, television serials such as ''Nandagokula'', ''Kaadambari'', and ''Sumangali'', Pandit made her feature film debut in ''Moggina Manasu'' (2008), for which she was awarded the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actress and Filmfare Award for Best Actress – Kannada, South Filmfare Award for Best Actress. She won the latter award again for her performances in ''Love Guru (2009 film), Love Guru'' (2009) and ''Krishnan Love Story'' (2010). She rose to fame starring in commercially successful films ''Hudugaru'' (2011), ''Addhuri'' (2012), ''Drama (2012 film), Drama'' (2012), ''Bahaddur'' (2014) and ''Mr. and Mrs. Ramachari'' (2014). Early life & education Radhika Pandit was born in Bangalore Palace Nursing Home to a Goan mother and a Saraswat father, Krishna Pandit, who is a stage and film personality. They ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
O Mallige
''O Mallige'' is a 1997 Indian Kannada-language romance drama film directed by V. Manohar and written by K. Ananthu. Besides direction for the first time, Manohar has composed the music and also enacted in a supporting role. The film mainly stars Ramesh Aravind, Charulatha, Chaitali (Bina Rajagopal) and model-turned-actor Zulfi Syed. Syed was credited as Amar Mayur in the film. The film, upon release met with very good positive response at the box-office and critics as well. It was one of the highest-grossing films of the year 1997. Singer S. P. Balasubrahmanyam was awarded the Karnataka State Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for his rendition of a song, actor Ramesh fetched the Best Actor award and Chaitali won the best supporting actress award at the Udaya Film Awards. Sadhu Kokila's character ''Musthafa'' was later on used in 2013 movie ''Googly''. Plot Mallige (Charulata) lives in a small village with her uncle (V.Manohar). A heart patient, Manohar has an ambitiou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ramesh Aravind
Ramesh Aravind is an Indian actor, director, screenwriter and television presenter who predominantly works in Kannada films and television. In a career of over 34 years, Aravind has been appeared in over 140 films including several Tamil and Telugu-language films. He has earned and been nominated for numerous awards during his career, including winning two Filmfare Awards for Best Actor and Karnataka State Awards for Best Actor and Best Story for his script in ''Hoomale'', as well as Udaya TV and Suvarna TV Awards. He is the host of '' Weekend with Ramesh','' which has had four successful seasons on Zee Kannada and also hosted Season 3 of ''Kannadada Kotiyadipathi'', the Kannada version of ''Who Wants to Be a Millionaire''. He was appointed by BBMP as the Awareness Ambassador for COVID-19. His movies - Anuraga Sangama, Karpoorada Gombe, Namoora Mandara Hoove, Amrutavarshini, America America, Ulta Palta, O Mallige, Mungarina Minchu, Tutta Mutta successfully completed a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
A (1998 Indian Film)
''A'' is a 1998 Indian-Kannada romantic psychological thriller film written and directed by Upendra. It starred Upendra and Chandini as the lead couple. It tells the love story between a film director and an actress which is narrated through multiple flashbacks within flashbacks and reverse screenplay. The film deals with dark truths of the film world like the casting couch. Due to the reverse screenplay, some audience members watched it multiple times to understand the story. The movie was an instant cult hit. The opening sequence of the movie where a misanthropic man who is exhilarated by the sense of power he receives by carrying a revolver while walking on the streets was reported to be based on Jean-Paul Sartre's short story ''Erostratus'' found in his 1939 collection of short stories '' The Wall''. Upon release, ''A'' collected more than 20 crores at the box office. [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nagarahavu (2002 Film)
''Nagarahavu'' () is a 2002 Indian Kannada-language psychological thriller film starring Upendra and Jyothika. The film was directed by S. Murali Mohan and is a remake of the 1993 Hindi film ''Baazigar''. The film shocked its Karnataka audience with an unexpected violation of the standard Kannada film industry formula, with an ambiguous hero. An above-average success at the box office, this was Upendra's second film where he played a negative role after his earlier blockbuster film ''Preethse''. It was Jyothika's debut film in Kannada film industry. For his work in the film, Upendra won the Udaya Film Award for Best Male Actor for the second time, along with Jyothika for her Best Female Actor Award. Plot Based on Ira Levin's 1953 novel ''A Kiss Before Dying'', it is a contemporary thriller about revenge. The main character is Ajay Sharma (Upendra). His father, Vishwanath Sharma (Srinath), once owner of a great business empire, was defrauded by Ashok Patel ( Rajeev), a trusted e ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
