Cast
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Rakshit Shetty
as Narayana
Shanvi Shrivastava
as Lakshmi
Pramod Shetty
as Thukarama
Balaji Manohar
as Jayrama
Achyuth Kumar
as Achyuthanna
Madhusudhan Rao
as RamaRama
Rishab Shetty
as Cowboy Krishna (Cameo Appearance)
Raaghu Raamanakoppa
as Harishchandra
Yogaraj Bhat
as Guptananda Swamiji (Cameo Appearance)
Anirudh Mahesh
as
Crew
Director
- Sachin Ravi Payyanur
Producer
- Pushkara Mallikarjunaiah
- Rakshit Shetty
- H. K. Prakash
Reviews
Bhargavi Chandrashekar
Sachin Ravi's debut directional is warm, funny, smart, intelligent, entertaining, convincing and also tad longer. Apart from our Narayana (Rakshit Shetty) It is Achyuth Kumar, Balaji Manohar, Pramod Shetty, who steals the show. Hmm, what? No, I didn't forget to mention Shanvi Srivastava. One cannot forget her performance nor her characterization, something which is more enlivening. However Bhatru's cameo goes unnoticed. Rakshit Shetty's acting seems to be forced at a few parts. Idk whether it was deliberated or not.
The film is induced with an atmospheric experience (Thanks to Karma Chawla's cinematography and Sachin's editing is a major plus) as they display very pleasing visuals with the splendid color grading and spaced out background score (by Ajneesh Loknath who always surprises with his remarkable works) with the circumstanced music to keep you hooked into the treasure hunt.
The resulting blend of evolving sensibilities with top notch production choices creates an the interpretation that respects the vogue that the film set in while suiting current attitude & trend. It delivers everything that a fan could want in a film. It's a cinematic epic that displays the talent of everyone involved in the project. On the other end the Climax seems to be a bit rushed, which, if it had worked this could have been the quintessential movie that the fans of Rakshit Shetty always dreamed of. Which is the downside of the narrative. Aaand and and Charan Raj's Narayana Narayana song is Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.
Dec 27, 2019
Thematic Analysis
This high-octane Fantasy/Action/Adventure/Comedy/Western film balances spectacular sequences with character-driven moments. Unlike many films in the genre, Avane Srimannarayana distinguishes itself through its exceptional pacing and meaningful stakes for its protagonists.
Director Sachin Ravi Payyanur 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 2019, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its critical acclaim reflects its artistic achievements and its place in cinema history.
Did You Know?
- The production of Avane Srimannarayana took approximately 12 months from pre-production to final cut.
- With a budget of $7.0 million, the film represented a significant investment in bringing this story to the screen.
- The final cut of the film runs for 183 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 239 minutes long.
- The director insisted on using practical effects whenever possible, reserving CGI for only the most necessary scenes.
- The screenplay went through 9 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.
- The film contains approximately 1748 individual shots.
Historical Context
- In 2019, when this film is released:
- Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
- Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
- Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.
How This Film Stands Out
Details
- Release Date: December 27, 2019
- Runtime: 3h 3m
- Budget: $7,000,000
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