Cast
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Sudeep
as Kempe Gowda
Ragini Dwivedi
as Kavya
P. Ravi Shankar
as Armugam
Girish Karnad
as Mahadev (Kavya's father)
Ashok
as Kempe Gowda's father
H. G. Dattatreya
as Kavya's grandfather
Ashok Kheny
as Home Minister Ashok
Jai Jagadish
as ACP
J. Karthik
as Vaikunta (Armugam's Brother)
Chitra Shenoy
as Kempe Gowda's mother
Kishori Balal
as Kavya's grandmother
Sharan
as Pashupathi
Bullet Prakash
as Thirupathi
Tara
as Kavya's Mother
Crew
Director
- Sudeep
Producer
- Shankar Gowda
Reviews
Thematic Analysis
As a dramatic work, Kempe Gowda examines complex human relationships and emotional struggles against the backdrop of contemporary challenges that mirror our own experiences. The character development particularly stands out, offering viewers a chance to reflect on their own life journeys.
Director Sudeep brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to character development and emotional depth creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2011, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Kempe Gowda took approximately 13 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $0.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 137 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 196 minutes long.
- Several scenes were filmed in multiple locations to capture the perfect setting.
- The screenplay went through 15 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The cast underwent specialized training for 8 weeks before filming began.
Historical Context
- In 2011, when this film is released:
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: March 11, 2011
- Runtime: 2h 17m
- Budget: $640
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