Mussanjeya Gelathi (Kannada: ಮುಸ್ಸಂಜೆಯ ಗೆಳತಿ) is a 2009 Indian Kannada-language film directed and produced by B P Srinivas starring himself and his daughter, Shalini Srinivas, in the lead roles.[1][2]
| Mussanjeya Gelathi | |
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 Promotional poster | |
| Directed by | B P Srinivas |
| Produced by | B P Srinivas |
| Starring |
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| Cinematography | S Sathish Kumar |
| Edited by | H S Srikanth T Thota C Ravichandran |
| Music by | A M Neel |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
Cast
edit- B P Srinivas as Manjunatha Rao
- Shalini Srinivas as Pallavi[3]
- Gaurav Venkatesh
- Sanketh Kashi
- Navaneeth Srinivas
- Ganashree
- Maina Chandru
- Suma Rao
- Vanishree
Production
editBP Srinivas wanted to cast Anant Nag for the lead role but instead played the role himself. He had previously acted in a negative role in Varasdara (2008). His daughter, Shalini, a PU II student of Kripanidhi College, Koramangala acted as his love interest. This is reportedly the first time that a real life father and daughter acted as a romantic pair in a film.[4]
Music
edit| Mussanjeya Gelathi | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by A M Neel | |
| Released | 2009 |
| Recorded | 2009 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 25:36 |
| Language | Kannada |
| Official audio | |
| Mussanjeya Gelathi - Full Album on YouTube | |
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Ararare Birugaali" | Bhavya, Neel | 4:22 |
| 2. | "Ho Manje Nee" | Lakshmi | 5:21 |
| 3. | "Neene Naanu" | Neel, Supriya Ramakrishna | 4:19 |
| 4. | "Ninna Maathu" | Neel | 1:54 |
| 5. | "Ninna Mouna" | Neel | 1:53 |
| 6. | "Mussanje Gelathi Theme" | Neel | 4:16 |
| 7. | "Tutiya Anchalli" | Neel | 4:51 |
| Total length: | 25:36 | ||
Reception
editCritical response
editR G Vijayasarathy of Rediff.com scored the film at 2 out of 5 stars and says "For one, Srinivas has taken on too many responsibilities. While he shines as a director, as an actor he's not that good. Another drawback of the film is his daughter Shalini, who doesn't suit the role of a student. Mussanjeya Gelathi has a bold story which could have been executed in a better fashion".[5] BS Srivani from Deccan Herald wrote "Mussanje Gelathi is bereft of direction though the producer takes credit for the same. He seems to have had a great picnic, at the expense of the viewers. This Mussanje Gelathi will neither dispel darkness nor fear".[6] A critic from Bangalore Mirror wrote "Sadly, Srinivas is the biggest drawback of the film. He makes a decent effort in directing the film, but fails as an actor. With a seasoned actor in his place, the film might have gone places. Aided by some sedate scenes, Mussanje Gelati ends up with only two stars".[7] Manju Shettar from Mid-Day wrote "Gaurav and Shalini's acting is good. Music is catchy and camera work is beautiful. Srinivas's acting does not impress the audience and dialogues are stale. Verdict: Watch it if you want to face a lot of confusion!".[8]
References
edit- ^ "No time to waste on gossips". The New Indian Express. 3 August 2009.
- ^ "Father-daughter film in the eye of a storm". The New Indian Express. 19 May 2009.
- ^ "Real daughter, reel lover". The New Indian Express. 12 May 2009.
- ^ "Father is hero, daughter is heroine". The Times of India. 21 February 2009. Retrieved 23 September 2009.
- ^ "Mussanjeya Gelathi: Bold subject, weak execution". Rediff.com. 4 September 2009. Archived from the original on 30 August 2022. Retrieved 30 August 2022.
- ^ "Mussanje Gelathi". Deccan Herald. 4 September 2009. Archived from the original on 30 August 2022. Retrieved 30 August 2022.
- ^ "Mussanje Gelati: Interesting but cold". Bangalore Mirror. 3 September 2009.
- ^ "Film review: Mussanjeya Gelathi". Mid-Day. 4 September 2009.