Drama (2012 film) explained

Drama
Director:Yogaraj Bhat
Story:Yogaraj Bhat
Screenplay:Vikas
Yogaraj Bhat
Music:V. Harikrishna
Cinematography:S. Krishna
Editing:Sanath Kumar
Suresh Arumugam
Studio:Yogaraj Movies
Jayanna Combines
Distributor:Jayanna Combines & Tricolor Entertainment
Country:India
Language:Kannada
Runtime:149 minutes
Budget:₹3.5 crores[1] to ₹4 crores [2]
Gross: ₹ 13 crores [3] to [4]

Drama is a 2012 Indian Kannada romantic comedy thriller written, directed and co-produced by Yogaraj Bhat under the banner Yogaraj Movies and Jayanna Combines. It stars Yash, Radhika Pandit, Sathish Ninasam and Sindhu Lokanath in leading roles and veteran actor Ambareesh in an extended cameo appearance.

Music for the film was scored by V. Harikrishna while lyrics for the soundtrack were written by the successful combination of Jayanth Kaikini and Yogaraj Bhat. Krishna was hired as the cinematographer for the film, who had previously worked with Bhat in the massively successful film, Mungaru Male.

Production

After the moderate success of Paramathma, the last venture of Yogaraj Bhat, this was the second project for the production house, Jayanna Combines.[5] Hindi and Marathi cinema actor Atul Kulkarni was picked for the negative role after Prakash Rai, who was the original choice for the role.[6] He was again replaced by Tamil actor Sampath Raj.[7] V Harikrishna scored the music and background score. S Krishna, who previously worked on Mungaru Male, conducted camera work. Drama is produced by Jayanna and Bhogendra.

Soundtrack

The music of the film was composed by V. Harikrishna. The audio album was released in the end of September, 2012 and was well received. "Thundh Haikla Sahavasa" was a huge hit.[8]

Drama
Type:Soundtrack
Artist:V. Harikrishna
Cover:Drama audio.jpeg
Caption:Soundtrack cover
Genre:Feature film soundtrack
Label:Anand Audio
Producer:V. Harikrishna

Awards

Critical reception

A critic from The Times of India scored the film at 3.5 out of 5 stars and says "Full marks to Yash for a lively performance. Radhika Pandit has done a neat job. V Harikrishna walks away with honours for his excellent numbers. Krishna’s cinematography is pleasing to the eye".[20] Srikanth Srinivasa from Rediff.com wrote "Krishna's camera work is good while Harikrishna's music is a winner. The title song, Bombe aadisuvanu and Tundu Haikala Sawasa are already popular. Drama could have been a little more dramatic but is worth a watch for all the entertainment the young team gives us".[21] Shruti I. L. from DNA wrote "Krishna’s cinematography also does justice to the script. This is one drama you would want to be a part of... but just make sure you don’t bunk your classes to do so as the film comes precisely with one such message".[22] A critic from News18 India wrote "'Drama' is a film that genuine Kannada film audience can not miss. It may have its pitfalls, yet it bears the stamp of Yogaraj Bhat's talents. Watch it!".[23] A critic from The Hindu wrote "Bhat has tried his best to please both the classes and masses with homilies, stereotypes, emotions, suspense and scenic locales. A bit more effort on his part and he would come up with a satisfying thriller. Though the first half meanders, the narration picks up in the second half enough to be compelling. Drama unfolds within".[24]

Box office

Drama got a good opening upon release. The film went on to become one of the highest grossers of 2012 by completing 100 days of run[25] and grossing 20 Crore against its 4 Crore budget and was declared as a Blockbuster.[26]

Accolades

CeremonyCategoryNomineeResult
2nd South Indian International Movie AwardsBest DirectorYogaraj Bhat
Best Actor in a Supporting RoleAmbareesh
Best Actress in a Supporting RoleSindhu Lokanath
Best ComedianSathish Ninasam
Best LyricistYogaraj Bhat for "Bombe Aadsonu"
Best Male Playback SingerVijay Prakash for "Thund Haikla Sahavasa"

Overseas release

Drama was premiered in USA.[27] [28] [29] [30] Drama was also premiered in UAE.[31] Drama was also screened in Germany.[32] [33]

Notes and References

  1. https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/explained-the-delay-behind-star-driven-kannada-films/article68114131.ece?utm_source=cinema&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Newsletter&pnespid=uLU6BzZJbK4V0.eaqy_4ScKR4UvyXopldfDl2ehkpwdmiwD.bjJFJ3iKLJvh48IPojV7taT6
  2. Web site: Smells like Sandalwood, Entertainment - South Masala - Bangalore Mirr… . https://archive.today/20130117135308/http://www.bangaloremirror.com/article/25/20121228201212282004404883bba01ca/Smells-like-Sandalwood.html . dead . 2013-01-17 .
  3. Web site: Smells like Sandalwood, Entertainment - South Masala - Bangalore Mirr… . https://archive.today/20130117135308/http://www.bangaloremirror.com/article/25/20121228201212282004404883bba01ca/Smells-like-Sandalwood.html . dead . 2013-01-17 .
  4. Web site: Jaggesh Laud Bhat. https://web.archive.org/web/20141214123354/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/kannada/article/120838.html . dead . 14 December 2014 . indiaglitz.com . 13 December 2014 . 15 December 2014.
  5. News: Yogaraj Bhat's Drama begins on Jan 18 . filmbeat.com . 2 January 2012.
  6. Web site: Atul comes in place of Raj!. www.supergoodmovies.com. 2016-10-16. https://web.archive.org/web/20160304104132/http://www.supergoodmovies.com/44920/sandalwood/atul-comes-in-place-of-raj-news-details. 4 March 2016. dead.
  7. News: Sampath Raj joins Yogaraj Bhat's Drama. 2012-06-20. www.filmibeat.com. 2016-10-16.
  8. Web site: Kannada Music. MusicIndiaOnline. 2016-10-16. 3 July 2014. https://web.archive.org/web/20140703030048/http://mio.to/genre/30-Kannada/#/album/31-Kannada_Movie_Songs/239427-Drama__2012_/. dead.
  9. News: Filmfare Awards (South): The complete list of winners. https://web.archive.org/web/20131010034223/http://ibnlive.in.com/news/filmfare-awards-south-the-complete-list-of-winners/408186-71-177.html. dead. 2013-10-10. 2013-07-21. News18. 2016-10-16.
  10. News: Filmfare Awards (South): The complete list of winners. https://web.archive.org/web/20131010034223/http://ibnlive.in.com/news/filmfare-awards-south-the-complete-list-of-winners/408186-71-177.html. dead. 2013-10-10. 2013-07-21. News18. 2016-10-16.
  11. News: Bangalore Times Film Awards 2012 goes to... - Times of India. The Times of India. 2016-10-16.
  12. News: Bangalore Times Film Awards 2012 goes to... - Times of India. The Times of India. 2016-10-16.
  13. News: 60th Idea Filmfare Awards 2013 (South) Nominations . filmfare.com . 2016-10-16 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20160406095119/http://www.filmfare.com/features/60th-idea-filmfare-awards-2013-south-nominations-3603.html . 6 April 2016 . dmy .
  14. News: 60th Idea Filmfare Awards 2013 (South) Nominations . filmfare.com . 2016-10-16 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20160406095119/http://www.filmfare.com/features/60th-idea-filmfare-awards-2013-south-nominations-3603.html . 6 April 2016 . dmy .
  15. News: 60th Idea Filmfare Awards 2013 (South) Nominations . filmfare.com . 2016-10-16 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20160406095119/http://www.filmfare.com/features/60th-idea-filmfare-awards-2013-south-nominations-3603.html . 6 April 2016 . dmy .
  16. News: 60th Idea Filmfare Awards 2013 (South) Nominations . filmfare.com . 2016-10-16 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20160406095119/http://www.filmfare.com/features/60th-idea-filmfare-awards-2013-south-nominations-3603.html . 6 April 2016 . dmy .
  17. Web site: The Bangalore Times Film Awards 2012 Nominations. https://web.archive.org/web/20130624132900/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-06-21/news-interviews/40094397_1_bangalore-times-film-awards-abhimanyu-best-actor. dead. 2013-06-24. The Times of India. 2016-10-16.
  18. Web site: The Bangalore Times Film Awards 2012 Nominations. https://web.archive.org/web/20130624132900/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-06-21/news-interviews/40094397_1_bangalore-times-film-awards-abhimanyu-best-actor. dead. 2013-06-24. The Times of India. 2016-10-16.
  19. Web site: The Bangalore Times Film Awards 2012 Nominations. https://web.archive.org/web/20130624132900/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-06-21/news-interviews/40094397_1_bangalore-times-film-awards-abhimanyu-best-actor. dead. 2013-06-24. The Times of India. 2016-10-16.
  20. Web site: DRAMA MOVIE REVIEW. The Times of India. 14 May 2016.
  21. Web site: Review: Drama is entertaining. Rediff.com. 23 November 2012.
  22. Web site: Review: 'Drama' (Kannada) is full on entertainment. DNA. 24 November 2012.
  23. Web site: 'Drama' Review: An entertaining dramatic affair. News18 India. 25 November 2012.
  24. Web site: Drama: Homilies, stereotypes, and a bit of drama. The Hindu. 22 June 2016.
  25. https://web.archive.org/web/20130331033108/http://ibnlive.in.com/news/kannada-movie-drama-directed-by-yogaraj-bhatt-completes-100-days/376268-71-205.html Drama completes 100 days
  26. News: IndiaGlitz - It is over flow for DRAMA - Kannada Movie News. https://web.archive.org/web/20121203040441/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/kannada/article/88697.html. dead. 3 December 2012. 2016-10-16.
  27. News: IndiaGlitz - DRAMA Release in Abroad Confirmed - Kannada Movie News. https://web.archive.org/web/20121231222151/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/kannada/article/89565.html. dead. 31 December 2012. 2016-10-16.
  28. News: Yogaraj Bhat's Drama in US. 2013-01-03. www.filmibeat.com. 2016-10-16. 3 December 2013. https://web.archive.org/web/20131203004826/http://entertainment.oneindia.in/kannada/news/2013/yogaraj-bhat-drama-us-102291.html. dead.
  29. Web site: Drama To Be Premiered in USA - chitraloka.com Kannada Movie News, Reviews Image. www.chitraloka.com. 2016-10-16. 18 October 2016. https://web.archive.org/web/20161018210616/http://www.chitraloka.com/news/2304-drama-to-be-premiered-in-usa.html. dead.
  30. Web site: India News, Latest Sports, Bollywood, World, Business & Politics News. https://web.archive.org/web/20131203024624/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-12-27/news-interviews/36021243_1_kannada-films-yash-yogaraj-bhat. dead. 2013-12-03. The Times of India. 2016-10-16.
  31. Web site: UAE: 'Drama' Kannada movie hit theatres on Feb 21. www.daijiworld.com. 2016-10-16.
  32. Web site: India News, Latest Sports, Bollywood, World, Business & Politics News. https://web.archive.org/web/20140204023023/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-02-28/news-interviews/37351915_1_kannada-films-radhika-pandit-sindhu-lokanath. dead. 2014-02-04. The Times of India. 2016-10-16.
  33. Web site: 'Drama' team in Germany - Kannada Movie News. Bharatstudent. 2016-10-16.

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