''Hampi'' is a 2017 Indian

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film directed by Prakash Kunte, starring

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, Vijay Nikam & Chhaya Kadam.

Plot

Isha is hurt by her parents' divorce. So she hates people and does not believe in love. She visits

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, in search of happiness. She meets many people, including Kabir who helps her find happiness in the little things. They become friends and after some time she falls in love with him. One day, Kabir disappears suddenly without informing anyone. In the end, Isha realises the value of people and true love.

Cast

as Isha, a girl who is depressed due to her parents' divorce *

as Kabir, a young bachelor in the neighborhood of Isha's hotel room *

as Girija, a fun-loving girl, friend of Isha *

as Ranjeet, an auto rickshaw driver and tourist guide * Vijay Nikam as Shankar, a Sadhu * Chhaya Kadam as Ashabai, a handicraft items seller * Ruturaaj Shinde as Raj * Sayali Rathod as Lamani Bai's aughter-in-law

Production

The film is set against Hampi's backdrop.

Release

The film was released on 17 November 2017. The film was later released on streaming platform

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Reception

Box office

On the box office, ''Hampi'' grossed over approximately .

Critical reception

Mihir Bhanage of ''

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'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars. He praised cinematography, philosophy an performances but criticised the story. Blessy Chettiar of ''Cinestaan'' described the film as a genuine attempt of story, screenplay and dialogue writer Aditi Moghe Ulhas Shirke of ''MarathiMovieWorld'' rated it 3.5/5 praising cinematography and theme. ''

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'' and ''

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'' rated it 3/5. Ganesh Matkari writing for the ''

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'' rated it 2.5 put of 5 and praised it production design and criticised its lack of story placing it between romantic comedy and travel film. Film journalist Amol Parchure praised cinematography and music and criticised lack of depth in some characters. He rated it 2.5/5.

References

External links

* {{IMDb title 2010s Marathi-language films 2017 films 2017 romantic comedy films Indian comedy road movies Indian romantic comedy films Films set in Karnataka Films shot in Karnataka 2010s comedy road movies