Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe (transl. A simple love story) is a 2024 Indian Kannada-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Simple Suni, produced by Mysore Ramesh under Ram Movies. The film features Vinay Rajkumar, Mallika Singh, Swatishta Krishnan and Rajesh Nataranga in the lead roles. The film's score and soundtrack are composed by Veer Samarth, while the cinematography is by Karthik Sharma and Sabha Kumar, with editing by Aadhi.
| Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Suni |
| Written by | Suni |
| Produced by | Mysore Ramesh |
| Starring | Vinay Rajkumar Mallika Singh Swathishta Rajesh Nataranga |
| Cinematography | Karthik Sharma Sabha Kumar |
| Edited by | Aadhi |
| Music by | Veer Samarth |
Production company | Ram Movies |
| Distributed by | KRG Studios Sandalwood Talkies(Overseas) |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
The film was released on 8 February 2024 and opened to positive reviews from critics.
Plot
editIt is the story of a mystic who dreams of becoming a music director, his search for a voice that beats right to the melody of his mind. His other dream is to live with the one who will posess that voice.
Cast
edit- Vinay Rajkumar as "Athi" Athishay
- Mallika Singh as Madhura
- Swathishta as Anuraga
- Rajesh Nataranga as Athishay's father
- Aruna Balraj as Athishay's mother
- Sadhu Kokila as himself
- Karthik Mahesh as Ekanjith (cameo)
- Raghavendra Rajkumar as music teacher (guest appearance)
- Shwetha Srivatsav as singer (guest appearance)
- Amrutha Murthy
Production
editThe project marks the first collaboration of Suni and Vinay. The project also marks the debut of Mallika Singh of RadaKrishn fame and Swatishta Krishnan of Vikram fame in Sandalwood. The film has been shot across various locations of Bengaluru, Mysuru, Rajasthan and Mumbai.[1] The shooting was wrapped up on 7 November 2023.[2]
Soundtrack
edit| Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Veer Samarth | |
| Released | 2024 |
| Recorded | 2024 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 44:12 |
| Label | Anand Audio |
| Producer | Veer Samarth |
Veer Samarth has composed the film's background and scored for its soundtrack. The album comprises a bit of various versions like ghazal, sufi, duet, melody, devotional, and rap.[3]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Artist(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Ninyaarele" | Siddu Kodipura, Suni | Armaan Malik, Vihaan Santosh Dev, Chetan Naik | 04:54 |
| 2. | "Gunu Gunugu" | Sachin Sanghe | Keshav Anand | 06:08 |
| 3. | "Ella Maatannu" | Jayant Kaikini | Shivani Swami, Veer Samarth | 4:18 |
| 4. | "Nenne Bekilla" | Nagaraju.B, Kadkol Madivaleshwara | Keshav Anand, Sriraksha Priyaram | 3:34 |
| 5. | "Nanna Kanasanu" | Suni | Siddhartha Belmannu | 3:27 |
| 6. | "Aamchi Mumbai" | Sai Sarvesh | Pancham Jeeva, Shruthi Rao,Rohit Hallikhede | 3:16 |
| 7. | "Krishna Enabarade" | Sri Prundaradaasaru | Shivani Swami | 2:56 |
| 8. | "Sangeetha Sulabhavalla" | Siddu Kodipura, Suni | Veer Samarth | 3:15 |
| 9. | "Ninyaarele-Keshav" | Suni | Keshav Anand | 4:55 |
| 10. | "Sukomale" | Suni | Keshav Anand | 01:34 |
| 11. | "Percussion Theme" | 2:15 | ||
| 12. | "Chende Theme" | 3:40 | ||
| Total length: | 44:12 | |||
Release
editTheatrical
editThe film was released across Karnataka on 8 February 2024. The film was released overseas by Sandalwood Talkies few weeks after the local release.
Home media
editThe film's digital right was acquired by Amazon Prime Video and premiered on 19 March 2024, while the satellite rights was acquired by Star Suvarna.[4]
Reception
editThe film opened to positive reviews from critics and audience alike with praise for the performances of Vinay and Swatishta alongside the witty dialogues.
Harish Basavarajaiah of The Times of India rated the movie 3.5 out of 5 and wrote "OSPK is a rare love story that is simple yet complicated. The movie is sure to haunt filmgoers even after coming out of theatres. Word to the wise! Don’t miss the ‘climax of the climax’, which is indeed the twist in the tale that no one would have expected!".[5] Prathiba joy of OTTPlay rated the movie 3.5/5 and described "Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe is the kind of film that you should approach with zero expectations – none whatsoever, not from the director or the cast. Remember, it’s a simple love story, nothing more, nothing less. Suni and team deliver on that promise".[6] Swaroop Kodur of The News Minute in his review said the film is "A fun, light-hearted entertainer".[7] Vivek of The Hindu in his review wrote "A sluggish return to form for Suni".[8] Sharadhaa of Cinema Express rated the film 3/5 and wrote "Despite its occasional missteps, the film leaves a lasting impression, akin to a haunting melody that stays with you. It reminds us that love very much like life is a beautiful mix of highs and lows showcasing the resilience of the human heart."[9]
References
edit- ^ "'Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe': film's story is simple & rare". NEWS TRAIL. Retrieved 6 February 2024.
- ^ Service, Express News (7 November 2023). "Suni wraps up shoot for 'Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe'". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 6 February 2024.
- ^ Sharadhaa, A. (1 February 2024). "'Suni's OSPK necessitated a musical landscape'". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 6 February 2024.
- ^ "Vinay Rajkumar's Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe bags satellite and OTT partners". OTTPlay. Retrieved 14 March 2024.
- ^ "Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe Movie Review : Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe review: A musical love story filled with longing and twists". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ "Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe review: Suni serves largely delightful fun watch rom-com". OTTPlay. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ Kodur, Swaroop (9 February 2024). "Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe review: A fun, light-hearted entertainer". The News Minute. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ M.V, Vivek (9 February 2024). "'Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe' movie review: A sluggish return to form for Suni". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 9 February 2024.
- ^ Sharadhaa, A. (10 February 2024). "Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe Movie Review: Suni and Vinay Rajkumar orchestrate a symphony of emotions that is mostly in tune". Cinema Express. Retrieved 14 March 2024.