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drama shows the country life of

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region of India. The art and technical direction of the series was done by popular

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filmmaker

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. It had

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as the lead actor. The serial consists of 13 episodes and it was re-telecasted in

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in the year 2014. The series was applauded for its advanced technical values during that time.

Cast

as Shrinivas * Kanaka as Rathna ** Dubbing for Kanaka by

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* Udyavara Madhavacharya, Giriappa, Rathna's father * Balakrishna Bhat as Angara * Santhosh Nandanavanam as Ramakrishna, Angara's son. * Ramdas as Bhojanna

Production

Suvarna initially wanted to make a full-length feature film on the story however the idea was dropped and was made into series. The haunted house featured in the series was shot at journalist Vaddarse Raghurama Shetty's relative's house situated in Saibrakatté, Udupi.

Soundtrack

The lyrics of the title song "Dennana Dennana" were written by the director. The words "Dennana Dennana" in the song were borrowed from the Tulu

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of Siri Paadhdhana recited during

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. The song was modified by adding melodic touch which gave it an enduring and goofy feel. It was sung by

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and Sadananda Suvarna. The song became popular and was reused in the 2015 film ''Rangitaranga'' whose content was similar to the series.

Home Media

DVDs of the series were released by the company Total Kannada.

References

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