Not Out is a 2024 Indian Kannada-language dark comedy film written and directed by Ambarisha M. The film was produced by V. Ravi Kumar and Shamshuddin A under the banner of Rashtrakuta Pictures.[2] The film stars P. Ravi Shankar, Ajaya Prithvi, and Rachana Inder.[3][4]
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| Directed by | Ambarisha M |
| Written by | Ambarisha M |
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| Cinematography | Halesh S |
| Edited by | K. M. Prakash |
| Music by | Judah Sandhy |
Production company | Rashtrakuta Pictures |
Release date |
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Running time | 132 minutes[1] |
| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
Cast
edit- P. Ravi Shankar as Ontikoppal Devaraj
- Ajaya Prithvi as Ajay
- Rachana Inder as Sridevi
- Cockroach Sudhi as Snake Seena
- Salman
- Prashanth Siddi
- Gopal Krishna Deshpande as Sridhar
- Govinde Gowda as Waiter Michael
- Ashwin Hasan
- Niroop
Production
editThe film's narrative is inspired by the traditional Indian game of Lambs and tigers.[5][2] The script was written by Ambarisha M during the COVID-19 lockdown.[6] The film was produced by Rashtrakuta Pictures, with V. Ravi Kumar and Shamshuddin A as producers.[7] Ajaya Prithvi, son of V. Ravi Kumar, was cast in the lead role. The principal photography of the film took place in Bangalore and Mysore.[8]
Soundtrack
editThe soundtrack was composed by Judah Sandhy.[9][10]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Not Out Title Track" | Pramod Maravanthe | Vasuki Vaibhav | 3:00 |
| 2. | "Dukha Dugudagala" | Ambarisha M | Aditi Sagar | 3:40 |
| Total length: | 6:40 | |||
Release
editMarketing
editThe producers used a strategy to promote the film. The first half of the film was made available to the audience at no cost, while a ticket purchase was required to view the second half.[11] This approach was announced during the trailer launch event and implemented prior to the film's release.[12][13][14]
Theatrical release
editThe film was released theatrically on 19 July 2024.[2][3]
Critical reception
editShashiprasad SM of Times Now rated the film two-and-a-half out of five stars and wrote, "Not Out is another film that tries to rekindle the harsh realities of life in the background of the pandemic. That apart, it hardly offers anything even in terms of entertainment."[15] Jagadish Angadi of Deccan Herald gave it three-and-a-half out of five stars and wrote, "The story is presented as a flashback. In a way, the narrative itself is the protagonist."[16]
Vinay Lokesh of The Times of India gave the film three out of five stars and wrote, "A Compelling Story with the Right Twist".[17] Y. Maheswara Reddy of Bangalore Mirror rated the film three out of five stars and wrote that "It is worth a watch for family audiences."[1]
References
edit- ^ a b "Kannada Movie Review-Not Out : Movie with a message - Bangalore Mirror". bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com. 21 July 2024. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ a b c "Kannada Film 'Not Out' To Hit Screens On July 19". Times Now. 26 June 2024. Archived from the original on 3 July 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ a b "'Not Out' locks release date". The New Indian Express. 9 June 2024. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "Not Out movie review; ಮಧ್ಯಮ ಹುಡುಗನ ಕಾಸು-ಕನಸು". Udayavani (in Kannada). 20 July 2024. Archived from the original on 27 July 2024. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ Sharadhaa, A. (9 November 2022). "Not Out screenplay is based on the tiger-sheep game: Director Ambarisha". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "'ನಾಟ್ ಔಟ್' ಸಿನಿಮಾದಲ್ಲಿ ನರ್ಸ್ ಪಾತ್ರ ಮಾಡಿದ 'ಲವ್ ಮಾಕ್ಟೇಲ್' ಖ್ಯಾತಿಯ ರಚನಾ ಇಂದರ್". Vijaya Karnataka (in Kannada). 6 July 2024. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "An ancient game - Bangalore Mirror". bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "'ಕಿಸ್' ಸಿನಿಮಾ ನಿರ್ಮಾಪಕರಿಂದ 'ನಾಟ್ ಔಟ್' ಚಿತ್ರ ಘೋಷಣೆ; ರಚನಾ ಇಂದರ್ ನಾಯಕಿ". Vijaya Karnataka (in Kannada). 24 November 2022. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "Not Out (Title Track) MP3 Song Download | Not Out (Title Track) @ WynkMusic". Wynk Music. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "Dukha Dugudagala (From "Not Out") (Full Song) - Ambarisha M, Adithi Sagar, Judah Sandhy - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn". JioSaavn. 26 June 2024. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "First Half Of Kannada Film 'Not Out' Will Be Free To Watch In Theatres; Conditions Apply!". Times Now. 7 July 2024. Archived from the original on 8 July 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "'Not Out' makers introduce interesting promotional strategy". The New Indian Express. 9 July 2024. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "ಬಿಡುಗಡೆ ಆಗುತ್ತಿದೆ 'ನಾಟ್ ಔಟ್': ಅರ್ಧ ಸಿನಿಮಾಕ್ಕೆ ಟಿಕೆಟ್ ಇಲ್ಲ!". TV9 Kannada (in Kannada). 7 July 2024. Archived from the original on 8 July 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "ನವತಂಡದ Not Out: ಥ್ರಿಲ್ಲರ್ ಹಾದಿಯಲ್ಲಿ ಅಜಯ್ ಹೆಜ್ಜೆ". Udayavani (in Kannada). 19 July 2024. Archived from the original on 28 August 2024. Retrieved 28 August 2024.
- ^ "Not Out Movie Review: One More Attempt To Score From The Pandemic Scenario". Times Now. 18 July 2024. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ Angadi, Jagadish (20 July 2024). "'Not Out' movie review: A perfect weekend family entertainer". Deccan Herald. Archived from the original on 28 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.
- ^ "Not Out Movie Review: Not Out Movie Review: A Compelling Story with the Right Twist". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. 19 July 2024. Archived from the original on 27 August 2024. Retrieved 27 August 2024.