KTM is a 2024 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Aruna and produced by Mahasimha Studios. The film stars Dheekshith Shetty, Sanjana Doss, and Kaajal Kunder.[2] The title of the film KTM is abbreviated from the main characters names Karthik-Tanya-Mercy.[3]
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| Directed by | Aruna |
| Written by | Aruna |
| Produced by |
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| Starring |
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| Cinematography | Naveen Kumar Challa |
| Edited by | Arjun Kittu |
| Music by | Chetan Rao |
Production company | Mahasimha Movies |
Release date |
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Running time | 149 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
KTM was released theatrically on 16 February 2024 to mixed reviews from critics.[4]
Cast
edit- Dheekshith Shetty as Karthik Bhat
- Sanjana Doss as Mercy
- Kaajal Kunder as Tanya Bhat
Production
editIn April 2020, it was announced that Dheekshith Shetty signed the film titled KTM.[5] He wrapped up the second schedule of the filming in September 2020.[6] The third schedule was supposed to happen in the following months of 2020 but halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. In February 2021, the filming of the third schedule resumed with Sanjana Doss playing the female lead of the film.[7][8] To play the teenage version of the lead character Dheekshith lost seven kilogrammes of weight.[9] Later, he gained weight to play the depressed state of the lead character.[10][11][12] The film was shot in Kundapur, Bangalore and Udupi.[13]
Soundtrack
editThe soundtrack of the film was composed by Chetan Rao.[14][15][16][17]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Ella Neenene" | Dhananjay Ranjan | Sanjith Hegde, Chetan Rao | 3:51 |
| 2. | "Nannusiru" | Abhinandan Deshpriya | Chetan Rao | 4:24 |
| 3. | "Sojiga Sojiga" | Arasu Anthare | Sanjith Hegde | 3:17 |
| 4. | "Oorakaayuva Dyaavarange" | Abhinandan Deshpriya | B. Jayshree Devi | |
| 5. | "Ayayyo" | Abhinandan Deshpriya | Anthony Daasan, Aarav Joshi, Chetan Rao | 3:04 |
Release
editHome media
editThe satellite rights of the film were acquired by Star Suvarna and premiered on 21 April 2024.[18]
Reception
editA critic from The Times of India gave the film three-and-a-half out of five stars and wrote, "Love is the central theme of KTM, which portrays different emotions of youngsters, especially college-goers. The movie has been made keeping in mind both college students and their parents and can be enjoyed by both in theatres."[19] Pranati A S of Deccan Herald gave it one out of five stars and wrote, "The film starts off as a feel-good coming-of-age romantic drama set in Udupi. But, the focus shifts to the protagonist who develops severe anger issues after the death of his best friend. And that's where it remains."[20]
A critic from Times Now gave the film three out of five stars and wrote, "KTM embarks on a journey through the life of Karthik, portrayed with depth and sincerity by Dheekshith Shetty."[21] A Sharadhaa of Cinema Express gave it three out of five stars and wrote, "Like every love story, real or reel, KTM has its strengths and drawbacks. However, Karthik’s journey, his crush on Tanya, and his love for Mercy bring a fresh perspective to the actors’ performances."[3]
Prathibha Joy of OTTplay gave it two-and-a-half out of five stars and wrote, "KTM is desperately attempts to masquerade as an intense love story, but falls woefully short. The lead cast tries valiantly to salvage it, which, in the absence of a strong plot and narrative, doesn’t do much good."[22] Shashiprasad S M of The South First gave it two-and-a-half out of five stars and wrote, "The base of the love story is universal, with some fresh presentation. Watch KTM for Dheekshith Shetty and Sanaja Doss."[23]
Vivek M.V. of The Hindu wrote, "This coming-of-age Kannada film, starring Dheekshith Shetty and Sanjana Doss, is riddled with stereotypes, and even the fine performances cannot save it".[1]
References
edit- ^ a b M.V, Vivek (16 February 2024). "'KTM' movie review: Dheekshith Shetty gives his all in a film stuck in a time warp". The Hindu. Archived from the original on 17 February 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "KTM brings out actor Dheekshith's versatility: Filmmaker Rakshay SV". The Times of India. 16 February 2024. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ a b Sharadhaa, A. (10 August 2024). "Genius Muttha Movie Review: A heartfelt throwback to old children's films". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ Service, Express News (9 January 2024). "Release date locked for Deekshit Shetty starrer 'KTM'". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 13 February 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Dheekshith Shetty signs two new movies". The Times of India. 22 April 2020. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Dheekshith Shetty wraps up shoot for second schedule of KTM". The Times of India. 29 September 2020. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ Features, C. E. (1 February 2021). "Sanjana Doss, Deekshith Shetty pair up for KTM". Cinema Express. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Sanjana Doss paired opposite Deekshith Shetty, in KTM - Times of India". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Dheekshith Shetty's next sees him in four different avatars". The Times of India. 19 December 2020. Archived from the original on 19 December 2020. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "KTM was all about transformations: Dheeksith Shetty". The Times of India. 14 February 2024. Archived from the original on 15 February 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "KTM is based on a real-life love story, shares Director Aruna". The Times of India. 15 February 2024. Archived from the original on 26 February 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "2020 has been about fitness for Sandalwood hotties like Dheekshith, Shine and Bhuvann". The Times of India. 31 March 2021. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Second Poster of Dheekshith Shetty's Next Film KTM Out; Check Here". News18. 15 December 2022. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Ella Neenene (From "KTM") (Full Song) - Dhananjay Niranjan, Chetan Rao, Sanjith Hegde - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn". JioSaavn. 1 February 2024. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Nannusiru (From "KTM") (Full Song) - Abhinandan Deshpriya, Chetan Rao - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn". JioSaavn. 26 February 2024. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Sojiga Sojiga (From "KTM") (Full Song) - Chetan Rao, Sanjith Hegde, Arasu Anthare - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn". JioSaavn. 19 January 2024. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Ayayyo (From "KTM") - - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn". JioSaavn. 26 January 2024. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "Dheekshith Shetty's KTM will be on television on THIS date". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "KTM Movie Review : KTM review: A youthful entertainer". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ S, Pranati A. "'KTM' movie review: No good reason to watch this shoddy movie". Deccan Herald. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "KTM Movie Review: Dheekshith Shetty Starrer Is Journey Through Love, Career And Family Bonds". Times Now. 16 February 2024. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ "KTM movie review – Dheekshith Shetty shines in this messy love story". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.
- ^ M, Shashiprasad S. (16 February 2024). "KTM review: Dheekshith Shetty and Sanjana Doss ride high on a patchy road". The South First. Archived from the original on 11 August 2024. Retrieved 11 August 2024.