Baanaadi (Kannada: ಬಾನಾಡಿ) is a 2014 Indian Kannada language children's film written and directed by debutant Nagaraj Kote, based on the novel Usiru he wrote.[1] It stars Praful Vishwakarma, H. G. Dattatreya and Rajesh Nataranga in the lead roles. The supporting cast features Dhruthi, Abhinaya, Sringeri Ramanna, Jayashree Raj, Venkatachala, T. S. Nagabharana, Mimicry Gopi and Yashwanth Kote. Music for five of the six soundtracks in the film were composed by Karthik Sharma, who, with the film became the youngest composer in the history of Kannada cinema.[2]
| Baanaadi | |
|---|---|
 Film poster | |
| Directed by | Nagaraj Kote |
| Written by | Nagaraj Kote |
| Screenplay by | Nagaraj Kote |
| Based on | Usiru by Nagaraj Kote |
| Produced by | Dhruti M. Nagaraju |
| Starring | Praful Vishwakarma H. G. Dattatreya Rajesh Nataranga |
| Cinematography | Sabha Kumar |
| Edited by | Mohan Kamakshi |
| Music by | Karthik Sharma |
Production company | Dhruti Cinema |
Release date |
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Running time | 146 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
Cast
edit- Master Praful Vishwakarma as Kishore
- H. G. Dattatreya as Kishore's Grandfather
- Rajesh Nataranga as Avinash
- Kumari Dhruthi as Pallavi
- Abhinaya as Kusuma
- Sringeri Ramanna as Thathayya
- Jayashree Raj as Girija
- Venkatachala as Muthyappa
- T. S. Nagabharana as Ashwath Kumar
- Mimicry Gopi as Duduma
- Yashawantha Kote as Hanumya
- Master Madhusudan
- Bank Janardhan
- Ramesh Pandith
- Mugu Suresh
- Baraguru Ramachandrappa
- Manasi Sudheer
- Mohan Juneja
- Nagraj kote as Ranga
Production
editUsiru, a novel written by Nagaraj Kote in the 1990s, deals with the upbringing of children in the current era. Deciding to direct a film based on the novel, Kote launched the film in April 2014, having signed Praful Vishwakarma, Rajesh Nataranga and H. G. Dattatreya to play characters of three generations; a young boy, his father and grandfather.[3] The role of Praful's mother was played by Anubhava, who was pregnant during the filming stages.[4] Filming completed in July 2014.[5]
Soundtrack
edit| Baanaadi | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Karthik Sharma | |
| Released | 26 July 2014 |
| Recorded | 2014 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Label | Lahari Music |
Karthik Sharma composed the background score for the film and music for five soundtracks in the film. The lyrics were written by Nagaraj Kote and M. N. Vyasa Rao. The track "Henda Hendthi" was taken from one of G. P. Rajarathnam's works, to which the music was composed by Raju Ananthaswamy.[5] Another track "Yaaru Baruvaru" was taken from the works of Purandara Dasa, a Carnatic music composer who lived in the 16th century.[2] The album consists of six soundtracks. It was released on 26 July 2014, in Bangalore.[6]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Music | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Banadi Banadi" | Nagaraj Kote | Karthik Sharma | Chorus | |
| 2. | "Comingo Comingo" | Nagaraj Kote | Karthik Sharma | Chorus | |
| 3. | "Bhoomi Ninna Thaayi" | M. N. Vyasa Rao | Karthik Sharma | Chithra | |
| 4. | "Henda Hendthi" | G. P. Rajarathnam | Raju Ananthaswamy | Raju Ananthaswamy | |
| 5. | "Ellinda Bandyappa" | M. N. Vyasa Rao | Karthik Sharma | Venkatachala | |
| 6. | "Yaaru Baruvaru" | Purandara Dasa | Karthik Sharma | Ravindra Soragavi |
Critical reception
editUpon theatrical release, the film received positive reviews from critics. B. S. Srivani of Deccan Herald felt that the film was successful in "conveying the message quite effectively". She concluded writing praises of the acting performances and the music in the film.[7] G. S. Kumar of The Times of India reviewed the film and wrote, "Director Nagaraja Kote has chosen a topic with a social message and made best use of Hagalu Vesha. Their performance blends well with the story." He concluded giving special mention to the Dattatreya's performance and the film's cinematography.[8]
References
edit- ^ "Girish Kasaravalli attends the film launch of Baanaadi in Bangalore". The Times of India. 26 April 2014. Retrieved 5 December 2014.
- ^ a b "Karthik to Compose Music for Baanadi". The New Indian Express. 24 April 2014. Archived from the original on 23 December 2014. Retrieved 5 December 2014.
- ^ "Baanaadi Launched". chitraloka.com. 22 April 2014. Retrieved 5 December 2014.
- ^ "Abhinaya Anubhava". indiaglitz.com. 27 November 2014. Archived from the original on 24 September 2015. Retrieved 5 December 2014.
- ^ a b "'Banaadi' Complete". indiaglitz.com. 15 July 2014. Archived from the original on 20 July 2014. Retrieved 5 December 2014.
- ^ "'Banaadi' Audio Comes". indiaglitz.com. 28 July 2014. Archived from the original on 2 August 2014. Retrieved 5 December 2014.
- ^ "Soaring beyond strings of steel". Deccan Herald. 7 December 2014. Retrieved 8 December 2014.
- ^ "Baanaadi review". The Times of India. 7 December 2014. Retrieved 8 December 2014.
