Actors Shivrajkumar, Darshan and Upendra. , Photo Credit: Special Arrangement
After enduring a deadly silence in the first half of 2024, the Sandalwood box office came alive in the latter half of the year. Theater owners had reason to rejoice in the last week of December as the allure of seeing big stars attracted fans to Upendra ui and Sudeep’s Maximum.In an interesting year, new talent emerged in the Kannada film industry, especially in the direction department. However, the industry faced the age-old anomaly as some of the anticipated films failed at the box office.
Controversy
The industry welcomed 2024 with the spectacular success of Darshan. Katera. Released on the last Friday of 2023, Tharun Sudhir’s rural action drama became a major blockbuster, collecting ₹200 crore and selling over one crore tickets.
After a bad period he turned his fortunes around Revolution, Darshan was expected to take off, but the superstar’s career came to a halt when he was arrested in connection with Renukaswamy’s murder in June. The incident shocked the industry and upset the producers who had invested in the actor. Even though Darshan was released on bail after spending six months in jail, it remains to be seen how soon the actor will revive his career with pending projects.
flop
The discussion soon moved from Darshan’s arrest to Dhruv Sarja’s arrest martin, Because the much-awaited film ended with a huge mess. The film’s producer became involved in a dispute with YouTubers who gave negative reviews of the film, alleging systematic attacks on his film.
martin Joins the list of films that over promised and under delivered. Veteran filmmaker Yograj Bhatt failed to spread his magic. Karatak Dhamanka, Starring Shivarajkumar and Prabhu Deva. During this time, Youth, Young Rajkumar, son of actor Raghavendra Rajkumar, had a debut to forget.
stars of yesteryear
The industry was facing a crisis after disappointing films like Bachelor party, avatar men 2, category, powderAnd pepe When? Bhima Hits theaters in August. Duniya Vijay, who directed and starred in the action thriller, brought the industry back on track with his second directorial on the back of extensive marketing and hit songs. Ganesh, Vijay’s contemporary, brings the family crowd back to theaters Krishnam Pranaya Sakhi, A romantic comedy with melodious songs.
Audience liked Shri Murali’s superhero film very much Bagheera, A new effort in the industry, and a prequel Bhairathi Ranagal, Starring Shivarajkumar. Upendra’s Ouch, A political commentary on a large scale, and Sudeep’s action thriller maximum The momentum carried forward to ensure that the industry finished the year on a high note.
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fresh takes
The biggest achievement of 2024 for the Kannada film industry was the attempts by novice filmmakers to tell new stories. movies like Laughing Buddha (on police officers), herbivorous (thriller), blink (science fiction), murphy (time travel), Ibbani Tabbida Ilyali (romance), Murane Krishnappa (rural comedy), family drama (dark comedy), Rupanthara (Compilation), Kondana case (thriller), bts (compilation) and decorum questions (a social thriller) was a refreshing choice for cinephiles looking for something unique.
deaths
With Dwarakish’s demise in April, the Kannada industry lost one of its greatest filmmakers. Known as the ‘Showman of Sandalwood’, the veteran actor-producer was known for promoting a golden era in Kannada cinema with his uncompromising approach. In November, the death of Guruprasad, who was found dead in his apartment, was another blow to the industry. Known for his dark comedy and mature humor, Guruprasad’s dual hit films are Mother And Adelu Manjunath – will remain a classic.
Also read:Guruprasad: A flawed genius who failed to reach his potential
promising future
The industry ended the year on a high note as veteran star Shivarajkumar underwent successful surgery for a serious illness. with rishabh shetty Kantara: Chapter 1 Yash and Yash’s release date is being decided toxic This film, which is going on floors after a long delay, has a lot to look forward to in 2025.
published – December 31, 2024 at 07:00 am IST
