Mr.Pellikoduku, Jabbardast release on Feb 22

 Siddharth, Samantha’s romantic comedy entertainer Jabbardast is slated for a release on February 22 while Sunil’s Mr.Pellikoduku is also set for a release on the same day on 22 February.

Jabbardast has taken shape in the direction of Nandini Reddy while Bellamkonda Suresh produced it under Sri Sai Ganesh Productions banner. Thaman is the music composer. On the other hand, Mr.Pellikoduku casting Sunil and Isha Chawla directed by Devi Prasad and produced under Super Good Movies banner. S A Rajkumar scored the tunes for the movie.

While Jabbardast is the direct Telugu release, Mr.Pellikoduku is the remake of Tanu weds Manu.

Directors Special Censored U/A

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The much admired Mata and Eddelu Manjunatha Guru Prasad who has also been writing dialogues for many films these days has completed 'Director's Special'' which has a story of a filmy background. Though the film was launched more than three years ago, the brisk shooting was held last year and now the copy was ready.  Now, the hot news is that the film was seen on Thursday night by the Censor Board and was given a U/A certificate.  
Talking to Chitraloka Mega Portal, Guru Prasad the clearance was done only on Thursday night. He said he will be now concentrating on the publicity of the film and get it ready for release a month later. I know that there is complete lack of publicity for the film so far, but I want to catch up from Friday. I will be orgnaising press meets, channel interviews, audio release function from next week. I am cutting a few trailers with the dialogues which will be released by next week' said Guru Prasad.
Guru Prasad knows that many big films are planned in the next few months, but he is not worried by competition. "I want the right selection of theatres and may require a little more shows from Multiplex.  That is why I am trying to squeze in at a convenient time' said Guru Prasad.

Devarane Releasing on Feb 15

Ravishankar, Neethu Hello

Boosted by the success of Sadhu Kokila produced  90, director Lucky Shanker  is now ready with another film "Devaraane' a full length comedy film with a message.  He has been assisted in production by his friend Shiva Kabbin.
‘Devaraane’…with the tag line Naan Devralla. will be releasing on February 15, said Lucky Shankar in a press meet. Talking about the film he said that twenty comedy artists have worked in the film.  Ravishanker Gowda as Chitte Swamy, Neethu representing unmarried women, Tabala Naani, Sadhu Kokila as Swami Vivekananda, Bullet Prakash as a rival to Chitteswamy, , Raju Thalikote, Biradar and others in the cast. Dance choreographer Malur Sreenivas was also present in the press meet.

Lucky Shanker said that the prestigious distribution firm . Jayanna combines is distributing the film which will be released in a set up of over one hundred theatres.  . 'Suvarna satellite channel has bought the rights of the film and that has made producer cum director Shanker fifty percent safe.' I am looking forward for the success of the film to provide me with a great level of confidence' said Lucky. He also added that the film has a messange to innoncent people that they should not be hoodwiinkded by fake swamijis or godman.
Two songs of the film have become popular.  "My name is Chitteswamy' shot in retro style and "Huchchmunde Maduve' have been appreciated by fans, said Shankar.

Charminar Releasing Carrying Huge Expectations

Meghana Gaonkar, Prem Hello

R.Chandru directed Charminar starring Nenapirali Prem and Meghana Gaonkar will be releasing in Bengaluru's Santhosh and many theatres in the state.  The film has already created a big "hawa' in terms of the reach.  Chandru has spared all his efforts to reach out people by regular TV Channel interviews and even reaching out people with Road shows and meetings where information about  Charminar is being doled out.  The Online publicity of the film has also been quite good for the film.  Chandru is releasing the film though Jayanna Combines which has ensured availability of good number of theatres.
The outdoor and visual publicity has also been quite good for the film to provide a good opening for the film.  R.Chandru's attempts to get success through this film looks reachable this time.

Javagal Sreenath To Release Andar Bahar Audio

Javagal Srinath, Shivarajkumar Hello

International renowned cricketer and well known bowling coach Javagal Srinath will be the chief guest of  the audio release function of  Andar Bahar  produced by Legends International and directed by Phaneesh Ramanathapura.  The function is to be held on February 10 in Bengaluru. Raghavendra Raj Kumar  and Jaggesh will be another guest and efforts are being made to rope in  Upendra who is now busier in his writing work.  However Puneeth may find it difficult to attend the audio release function as he will be participating in the shooting of "Kotyadhipathi' in Chennai.  
Srinath is considered closer to one of the producers of the film and he had immediately accepted the invitation, said Phaneesh in a chat with Chitraloka.
The teaser of the film will be released on the audio release function.  Though there will be five songs in the audio film, the producers and director Phaneesh have decided to go with only four songs.

Charminar Movie Review

Meghana Gaonkar, Prem Hello

R.Chandru's  had gone on extensive publciity drive before the release of his latest film "Charminar' including doing some Road shows.  The film also created some hype because of the melodious songs and picturisation.   The film certainly stands to the hype he had created for the film and gives the audience much more in the form of personality development.
In "Chaminar', Chandru  shows that he has the brilliance to make good movies.  His grip over the narrating the rural life, the emotional bond in the family, heart touchng dialogues,  coupled with picturising some beautiful songs has always found appreciation earlier.  Charminar also follows  the same pattern, but it will sure make your eyes moist when you come out of the theatre.
One beauty of the film is that it has its flaws, but the positive elements in the film are so overwhelming that you tend to forget the dragging moments of  the film.  You feel certain lengthy sequences could have been chopped off like the High school scene where the old students mingle. The sequence of Prem and Rangayana Raghu could have been trimmed.   But still Charminar attracts you mainly because of the emotional chord it strikes in you.  You have not seen such a Kannada film in recent days where the action oriented and comedy oriented romantic films have become the order of the day.  Chandru breaks this barricade of trend and makes  a film like his own "Taj Mahal'.  The slow movement of the film does not bother the audience as dialogues or performances are overbearing.
Chandru's dialouges needs special appreciation.  The dialogue between Prem and Suresh Mangalore after he gets his job makes a strong impact.  Likewise the sequence between film assistant director and Prem also stand out.  Besides Chandru's own contribution in dialogues and script, it is Chandrashekhar's camera work, Hari's music and Guru Kiran's background which strikes well.
Prem has really done a great job in the role of ABCD Mohan who raises in life from being the dullest student to become C.E.O. of an American Company.  His hard work in essaying the role is clearly visible on screen.  Meghana Gaonkar surprises with her emotions and eyes.  She looks extremely homely and also has a brighter face in songs. All the artists have performed well including Suresh Mangalore, Rangayana Raghu and others.
 "Charminar' has a universal subject but Chandru takes it nearer to your heart by a strong package of nativity, emotions, and fantastic songs.  Encourage such honest efforts.