Odahuttidavaru

Odahuttidavaru (transl. Siblings) is a 1994 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by Dorai–Bhagavan and was jointly written by S. K Bhagavan and Chi. Udaya Shankar.[1] The film stars veteran actors Rajkumar and Ambareesh in lead roles, along with Madhavi, Srishanti, Vajramuni and K. S. Ashwath in supporting roles. The film revolves around the two farmer brothers who undergo many traumas in their relationships due to external forces and fight them to reunite again.[2]

Not to be confused with Odahuttidavaru (1969 film).

Odahuttidavaru
Poster
Directed byDorai–Bhagavan
Written byS. K. Bhagavan
Chi. Udaya Shankar
Produced byS. P. Varadaraj
StarringRajkumar
Ambareesh
Madhavi
Srishanti
CinematographyB. C. Gowrishankar
Edited byP. Bhaktavatsalam
Music byUpendra Kumar
Production
company
Sri Lakshmi Art Combines
Release date
  • 1994 (1994)
Running time
140 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageKannada

The film was produced and distributed by S. P. Varadaraj under the banner of Sri Lakshmi Art Combines. The film marked the final script of Chi. Udaya Shankar was released after his death on 2 July 1993. It was his final collaboration with director duo Dorai–Bhagavan. The film features original songs composed by Upendra Kumar, with lyrics written unusually using six lyricists, namely M. N. Vyasa Rao, Chi. Udaya Shankar, Sri Ranga, Geethapriya, Hamsalekha and Vijaya Narasimha. The film featured the last song written by the lyricist Vijaya Narasimha. The cinematography of the film was done by B. C. Gowrishankar and the editing was done by P. Bhaktavatsalam. [2]

The film opened to widespread critical acclaim. The film was released with high expectations as it marked the first collaboration of veteran actors Rajkumar and Ambareesh. It was a blockbuster at the box office and emerged as the highest-grossing Kannada film of 1994. The film completed 100 days in 33 first-release theaters. The feat was matched by Appu in 2002 (also 100 days in 33 first-release theaters), and was superseded by Jogi in 2005 which ran for 100 days in 61 first-release theaters. The film overall completed a theatrical run of 25 weeks. Dr. Rajkumar won his ninth and final Karnataka State Film Award for Best Actor for his performance in the film.[3][4][5]

Plot

Ramanna lives with his father Venkanna, wife Ganga and an educated younger brother Sridhar in a village. Venkanna has taken a promise Ramanna that no matter what, he would not let his family split. A few years later, Ramanna had two children, and the whole family is living happily. Sridhar falls in love with Rathna, daughter of a rich man named Rudrayya. Unwillingly, Rudrayya lets his daughter marry the man of her choice. However, he poisons her mind to create a rift between her brothers and the whole family. To not let the family divide and to keep his promise made to his father, Ramanna and his family leave the house. Upon knowing this, Sridhar realizes his mistake, and the plots of Rathna's father are revealed. The whole family reconciles and forgives each other's follies.

Cast

Soundtrack
Odahuttidavaru
Soundtrack album by
Upendra Kumar
Released1994 (1994)
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length29:05
LabelSangeetha

The music of the film was composed by Upendra Kumar, with lyrics of each of the six songs penned by six different lyricists – M. N. Vyasa Rao, Chi. Udaya Shankar, Sri Ranga, Geethapriya, Hamsalekha and Vijaya Narasimha - a rarity for Rajkumar movie. The album consists of six soundtracks.[6] It was received exceptionally well by the critics and the audience.

No.TitleLyricsSinger(s)Length
1."Madhura Ee Kshana"M. N. Vyasa RaoRajkumar, Manjula Gururaj4:49
2."Nambi Kettavarillavo"Chi. Udaya ShankarRajkumar4:52
3."Bennina Hinde"Sri RangaS. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Sangeetha Katti4:45
4."Sole Geluvendu Baalali"GeethapriyaRajkumar4:23
5."Naanu Naanu Neenu"HamsalekhaRajkumar, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Manjula Gururaj, Sangeetha Katti4:57
6."Janakana Maatha"Vijaya NarasimhaS. P. Balasubrahmanyam5:19
Total length:29:05

Awards

References
  1. Cast and Crew
  2. "S. K. Bhagwan – Simple & Dedicated". Archived from the original on 29 April 2013. Retrieved 21 April 2014.
  3. "ಅಪರೂಪದ ಫೋಟೋ: ಒಂದೇ ವೇದಿಕೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ಮೂರು ಹಿಟ್ ಚಿತ್ರಗಳ ಸಕ್ಸಸ್ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮ". 22 September 2020.
  4. ":: Welcome to Chitatara ::". www.chitratara.com. Archived from the original on 17 July 2007. Retrieved 12 January 2022.
  5. "All-Time Blockbusters Posters & Data | Shivu aDDa Forum - Kannada Movie Discussion". 21 February 2022. Archived from the original on 21 February 2022. Retrieved 10 June 2022.
  6. "Odahuttidavaru (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) – EP". iTunes. Retrieved 10 November 2014.
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