Cast
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Yash
as Krishna / Bahubali
Amulya
as Meera
John Vijay
as Rana
Anant Nag
as Pontiff of Shankara Narayana Mutt
Prabhakar
as Rana's henchmen
Shahbaz Khan
as King Verma
Rangayana Raghu
as Forrest Officer Agni
Sadhu Kokila
as Chuncha
Girija Lokesh
as Yash's mother
Mandya Ramesh
as
Prakash Raj
as narrator
Crew
Director
- S. Krishna
Producer
- Bhogendra Gupta
- Jayanna
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Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Romance/Action film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Gajakessari distinguishes itself through a unique visual style and creative action choreography.
Director S. Krishna 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 pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.
Released in 2014, 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 Gajakessari took approximately 30 months from pre-production to final cut.
- The final cut of the film runs for 165 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 202 minutes long.
- Some visual effects sequences took up to 8 months to complete.
- The musical score contains over 64 unique compositions.
- The costume department created over 349 unique costume pieces for the production.
Historical Context
- In 2014, when this film is released:
- Political polarization was intensifying in many countries.
- Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: May 23, 2014
- Runtime: 2h 45m
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