NewsPuneeth, fondly referred to as ‘Appu’ by many, passed away due to a cardiac arrest on October 29, 2021.The late Kannada actor Puneeth Rajkumar’s last movie Gandhada Gudi will premiere on the popular Ott platform Amazon Prime Video on Friday, March 17. The film, which was initially released in theatres on October 28 last year, a day before the actor’s first death anniversary, features Puneeth exploring the wildernesses of Karnataka. Puneeth, who is fondly referred to as ‘Appu’ by many, passed away due to a cardiac arrest on October 29, 2021. Gandhada Gudi celebrates the life and legacy of Puneeth Rajkumar, who was a beloved actor and philanthropist. The film showcases his passion for nature and wildlife, and his love for his home state of Karnataka. Speaking about Gandhada Gudi's streaming premiere on Prime Video, the late actor’s wife Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar told Ians, "The film was Appu's dream project and...
- 3/14/2023
- by ShivaniK
- The News Minute
Bengaluru, March 14 (Ians) After winning movie-lovers’ hearts in theatres, Sandalwood’s much-adored star, late Puneeth Rajkumar’s last cinematic outing, ‘Gandhadagudi – Journey of a True Hero’, is all set for streaming premiere on Prime Video on March 17, his birth anniversary.
The epic musical celebration of Karnataka, was the talented star’s last movie project before his life was tragically cut short in October 2021.
The docu-feature film was written and directed by award-winning wildlife photographer-filmmaker, Amoghavarsha and produced by Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar under the banner of Prk Productions, in association with Mudskipper.
As a sweet treat to the late actor’s fans on his 48th birth anniversary, ‘Gandhadagudi – Journey of a True Hero’ gives a glimpse of the Puneeth’s zeal and love for nature and his native land.
In the docu-feature, the Power Star actor and filmmaker Amoghavarsha set out on a trip in Karnataka to capture the region’s abundant wildlife,...
The epic musical celebration of Karnataka, was the talented star’s last movie project before his life was tragically cut short in October 2021.
The docu-feature film was written and directed by award-winning wildlife photographer-filmmaker, Amoghavarsha and produced by Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar under the banner of Prk Productions, in association with Mudskipper.
As a sweet treat to the late actor’s fans on his 48th birth anniversary, ‘Gandhadagudi – Journey of a True Hero’ gives a glimpse of the Puneeth’s zeal and love for nature and his native land.
In the docu-feature, the Power Star actor and filmmaker Amoghavarsha set out on a trip in Karnataka to capture the region’s abundant wildlife,...
- 3/14/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
CinemaFrom the powerful portrayal of folklore in Dollu and Kantara to the heartwarming bond between a man and his dog in 777 Charlie, Kannada films in 2022 have been diverse and fulfilling.Shivani KavaKannada films in 2022 have continued to showcase the diversity and talent of the industry with features ranging from heartwarming sports dramas to intense action films and thought-provoking explorations of cultural heritage. These movies captured the attention of audiences both within and beyond the state. The year was also marked by the success of several critically acclaimed and commercially successful films including Gandhada Gudi, Vikrant Rona, and Kgf Chapter 2, which grossed above Rs 1200 crores worldwide. Overall, 2022 was a banner year for Kannada cinema, with several exciting and memorable films. Here is a list of films that caught our attention. Dollu: Sagar Puranik's directorial debut Dollu was a powerful portrayal of the emotions experienced by practitioners of the traditional art form of Dollu Kunitha.
- 12/28/2022
- by ShivaniK
- The News Minute
SandalwoodHelmed by wildlife filmmaker Amoghavarsha, the docudrama marks late Sandalwood star Puneeth Rajkumar’s last silver screen appearance. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTube The ticket price of late Sandalwood star Puneeth Rajkumar’s posthumous release Gandhada Gudi has been reduced in Karnataka. Sharing the announcement with fans, producer Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar, wife of the late actor, wrote in a statement on November 6, “To the people of Karnataka ... Gandhada Gudi is Appu's dream where he wanted Karnataka's lush forests and natural beauty to reach each and every Kannadiga and this was the reason behind the movie to be made. It was Appu's wish that all Kannadigas, especially the children should watch this movie.” The ticket prices will be Rs 56 at single screen theatres and Rs 112 at multiplexes across the state starting from Monday, November 7 to Thursday, November 10. “To make this possible, after having had discussions with the distributors, exhibitors and the film team,...
- 11/8/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CinemaThe Karnataka Ratna award was received by the late actor's wife Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar, in the presence of his brother Shiva Rajkumar and other family members.Inputs PTITwitter/BSBommaiKarnataka's highest civilian award, the 'Karnataka Ratna', was conferred posthumously on late actor Puneeth Rajkumar on Tuesday, November 1, on the occasion of the 67th Kannada Rajyotsava (the state formation day). Puneeth is the ninth recipient of this prestigious honour. The event was held at Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. Popular actors Rajinikanth and Junior Ntr, and Infosys Foundation Chairperson Sudha Murty were guests at the event in which Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai conferred Karnataka Ratna on Puneeth Rajkumar. Speaking at the event, Jr Ntr called Puneeth a great son, husband, friend, father, actor, dancer and singer, and above all, a great human being. “Do not get me wrong, but I feel the meaning of Karnataka Ratna itself is Puneeth Rajkumar,” he said. Rajinikanth...
- 11/1/2022
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
SandalwoodTNM caught up with ‘Gandhada Gudi’ director Amoghavarsha to discuss the making of the docu drama, his experience travelling and shooting with the late star Puneeth Rajkumar, the response to the film in theatres and more.Saradha UAmoghavarshaThe release of Gandhada Gudi has been bittersweet for wildlife filmmaker and director Amoghavarsha and his team for a number of reasons, understandably so. It is perhaps for the first time that a docu drama has opened to packed cinema halls on the day of its release. Fans had welcomed the film with placement of cutouts outside theatres. Gandhada Gudi’s team is happy that they have accomplished what they had set out to do. But like legions of the late star’s fans, the makers of the film too have not yet been able to come to terms with the loss of Sandalwood star Puneeth Rajkumar. Gandhada Gudi, the docu drama which...
- 11/1/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Award The award function — which will take place on November 1 in Bengaluru — will be a grand affair, said Revenue Minister R Ashoka.Inputs PTITamil superstar Rajinikanth and renowned Telugu actor Junior Ntr will participate in the function where the Karnataka Ratna award will be conferred posthumously on late Kannada film actor Puneeth Rajkumar on November 1. Addressing reporters on Saturday, October 29, Revenue Minister R Ashoka said that Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai wanted to make the Karnataka Ratna award show this year a memorable one. Accordingly, efforts were made over the past 10 days, he said, adding that Rajinikanth has agreed to participate in the event. "Earlier, Rajinikanth was not willing (to attend the event) but two days ago, he gave his consent. He is from Karnataka. He was born and grew up here and worked as the Bangalore Transport Service bus conductor here. Today, he is recognised worldwide as a great actor,...
- 10/30/2022
- by AkchayaaR
- The News Minute
Actress Samyuktha Hornad has showered praise on director Amoghavarsha’s just released Kannada film, ‘Gandhada Gudi’, which happens to be the last film of Kannada star Puneeth Rajkumar.
Taking to Instagram, the actress penned an emotional post on the film and on actor Puneeth Rajkumar, who is lovingly called Appu.
She said: “‘Gandhada Gudi’ is a big big hug from Appu sir to all of us and nature. It’s the hug we didn’t know we needed so badly.”
“A film with a universal message, Puneeth sir truly is a real universal hero. What a film! I can’t contain in words what I just experienced, you have to watch this on the big screen.”
“Please take your friends, family, everyone a especially children. Don’t miss it. Thanks Amoghavarsha for this beautiful journey. So, so proud of you.”
“Thank you Pratheek Shetty, loved your work, as always. Thank you Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar,...
Taking to Instagram, the actress penned an emotional post on the film and on actor Puneeth Rajkumar, who is lovingly called Appu.
She said: “‘Gandhada Gudi’ is a big big hug from Appu sir to all of us and nature. It’s the hug we didn’t know we needed so badly.”
“A film with a universal message, Puneeth sir truly is a real universal hero. What a film! I can’t contain in words what I just experienced, you have to watch this on the big screen.”
“Please take your friends, family, everyone a especially children. Don’t miss it. Thanks Amoghavarsha for this beautiful journey. So, so proud of you.”
“Thank you Pratheek Shetty, loved your work, as always. Thank you Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar,...
- 10/29/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
ReviewFor the fans of the late actor, the film is the perfect farewell because they get to experience and soak up Puneeth’s unembellished, innocent charm as he sheds his Powerstar image without any qualms.ShuklajiYouTube screenshotWhen was the last time you watched a documentary in a packed cinema hall that was buzzing with cheer and optimism? For this reason alone, Amoghavarsha’s latest cinematic expedition Gandhada Gudi will go down in history as a special film because not only is it a glorious exploration of Karnataka’s vast and rich physical heritage, but also a shining example of the creative zest that Puneeth Rajkumar had within him. And for the fans of the late actor, the film is the perfect farewell because they get to experience and soak up Puneeth’s most unembellished, innocent charm as he sheds his Powerstar image without any qualms. In Gandhada Gudi, Puneeth Rajkumar...
- 10/28/2022
- by Vidya
- The News Minute
CinemaThe late Kannada superstar's last film ‘Gandhada Gudi’ is set to hit the big screens on October 28, a day ahead of his first death anniversary.Shivani KavaThousands of fans turned on the flash on their phones, crooning along with the family of the late Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar, as they performed a rendition of ‘Bombe Helutaithe’. At the grand pre-release event of Gandhada Gudi, Puneeth’s last movie, neither fans nor family left a stone unturned to celebrate the late actor. The pre-release event was held at Bengaluru’s Sri Krishna Vihar Palace Grounds on Friday, October 21, as part of ‘Puneetha Parva’, a series of events being organised in the late actor’s memory, ahead of his first death anniversary on October 29. On the occasion, director Amoghavarsha shared how Puneeth had asked not to be referred to as the ’Power Star’, but just himself in Gandhada Gudi. Hailed as a tribute to nature,...
- 10/22/2022
- by ShivaniK
- The News Minute
SandalwoodInterestingly, ‘Gandhada Gudi’ draws its name from Puneeth’s father, matinee idol Dr Rajkumar’s hit 1973 film based on wildlife conservation.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTube- Prk ProductionsLate sandalwood star Puneeth Rajkumar’s family members and fans are gearing up for Gandhada Gudi, which will mark his final appearance on the silver screen and is set to hit the big screens on October 28, ahead of his first death anniversary on October 29. The star, who is fondly known as ‘Appu’ by many, passed away due to a cardiac arrest last year. Puneeth Rajkumar and his wife Ashwini Rajkumar’s home banner Prk Productions which bankrolled the docu-drama, will be kickstarting the promotions with a grand pre-release event. Titled Puneetha Parva, the event will be held in Bengaluru on Friday, October 21 from 6 pm. The makers of the film also have a series of special events and promotional activities planned as a tribute to the late actor.
- 10/21/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
SandalwoodThe late Sandalwood star’s last film ‘Gandhada Gudi’, a docu drama, is set to hit the big screens on October 28, ahead of his first death anniversary on October 29. Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeThe grand pre-release event of the late Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar’s last film, Gandhada Gudi, is set to take place on Friday, October 21, at Bengaluru’s Sri Krishna Vihar Palace Grounds at 6 pm. The star passed away due to a cardiac arrest on October 29 last year. The pre-release event, called ‘Puneetha Parva’, is part of a series of events being organised in Puneeth’s memory ahead of his first death anniversary on October 29. Sharing the news with fans, the actor’s wife, producer Ashwini Rajkumar, tweeted on October 16, “Puneetha Parva, Mark the date and be part of a grand pre-release event of Gandhada Gudi on October 21, 2022, at 6 Pm onwards. Krishna Vihar, Palace Grounds Bengaluru." The event will be...
- 10/21/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
CinemaA number of Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada films are lined up for theatrical release in the Deepavali week.Tnm StaffFacebook/ Karthi, MohanlalCinema halls are gearing up for several eagerly awaited movies for the Deepavali season, be it Telugu, Tamil, Kannada or Malayalam. Most of the films are set to hit the big screens on Friday, October 21, ahead of the festival on October 24. We have put together a list of south Indian movies slated for theatrical release in the Deepavali week. Prince (Tamil-Telugu bilingual) Billed as a romantic comedy, Prince is helmed by filmmaker Anudeep, who rose to fame with his Telugu film Jathi Ratnalu. Featuring Sivakarthikeyan in the lead, the film co-stars Ukrainian actor Maria Ryaboshapka as the female lead, while Sathyaraj has been roped in for a pivotal role. The film revolves around a Tamil man falling in love with a British woman. Sivakarthikeyan is set to make his Tollywood debut with Prince.
- 10/20/2022
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
MovieThe official announcement of the release date was made by late Kannada star Puneeth Rajkumar’s wife, Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar. Tnm StaffTwitter/Ashwini_PRKLate Kannada star Puneeth Rajkumar’s last film, Gandhada Gudi, is set to release on October 28. Gandhada Gudi is a docudrama, directed by Amoghavarsha and starring actor Puneeth Rajkumar. The docudrama claims to highlight Karnataka's rich natural resources and is hailed as a tribute to nature. Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar, the late actor's wife, made the official announcement of the release date via her Twitter handle. She addressed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and wrote that Puneeth, who was fondly known as Appu, would have dearly liked to share the trailer with him. “Namaste @narendramodi. Today is an emotional day for us as we are releasing the trailer of #GandhadaGudi, a project close to Appu’s heart. Appu always cherished the interactions with you and would have loved to share with you in person.
- 10/9/2022
- by ShivaniK
- The News Minute
Late Kannada superstar Puneeth Rajkumar’s dream project ‘Gandhada Gudi’ is fast moving towards completion and the makers released the trailer on Sunday. The docu-drama is set to release on October 28.
The docu-drama helmed by Amoghavarsha, features the last big screen appearance of the late filmstar. Fondly known as Appu, Puneeth Rajkumar had died last year of a massive heart attack on October 29, 2021. He was 46 years old.
After unveiling the Gandhada Gudi trailer lasting around two minutes, Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar tagged the Prime Minister and tweeted: “Namaste @narendramodi, Today is an emotional day for us as we are releasing the trailer of #GandhadaGudi, a project close to Appu’s heart. Appu always cherished the interactions with you & would have loved to share with you in person (sic).”
Responding to Puneeth’s wife’s tweet, Pm Modi tweeted: “Appu lives in the hearts of millions around the world. He was brilliance personified,...
The docu-drama helmed by Amoghavarsha, features the last big screen appearance of the late filmstar. Fondly known as Appu, Puneeth Rajkumar had died last year of a massive heart attack on October 29, 2021. He was 46 years old.
After unveiling the Gandhada Gudi trailer lasting around two minutes, Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar tagged the Prime Minister and tweeted: “Namaste @narendramodi, Today is an emotional day for us as we are releasing the trailer of #GandhadaGudi, a project close to Appu’s heart. Appu always cherished the interactions with you & would have loved to share with you in person (sic).”
Responding to Puneeth’s wife’s tweet, Pm Modi tweeted: “Appu lives in the hearts of millions around the world. He was brilliance personified,...
- 10/9/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Sandalwood ‘Gandhada Gudi’, which is a collaboration between wildlife photographer and filmmaker Amoghavarsha and Puneeth, is set to release in theatres next year.Tnm StaffScreengrab/ YouTubeLate Kannada star Puneeth Rajkumar’s much anticipated project Gandhada Gudi is gearing up for release. The makers unveiled the teaser of the film on Monday, December 6, on the occasion of his mother Parvathamma Rajkumar’s birth anniversary. According to a report by The New Indian Express, the film captures the adventurous journey of late actor Puneeth. It is a collaboration between wildlife photographer and filmmaker Amoghavarsha and Puneeth Rajkumar. The close to one-and-a-half-minute teaser features Puneeth exploring the forests coupled with spectacular visuals of wildlife. Gandhada Gudi is set to release in theatres next year. “Appu’s dream, an incredible journey, a celebration of our land and its legend. It’s time for the return – Gandhada Gudi in a full-length film,” the YouTube description under the teaser reads.
- 12/6/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
67Th National Film AWARDSThe film’s storyline shows the diversity of habitats and species of flora and fauna found across the state.Tnm StaffTwitterWild Karnataka, a documentary on the state’s wildlife has won two awards at the 67th National Film Awards announced on Monday. The documentary bagged the best exploration film (non-feature) award, while famous English broadcaster and environmentalist Sir David Attenborough, received a National Award for ‘Best Narration/Voice Over’ for the film. The Award for the best Narration/ Voice Over for Non-Feature Films goes to Wild Karnataka (English) by Sir David Attenborough pic.twitter.com/5MwznPL1R2 — Pib India (@PIB_India) March 22, 2021 Helmed by wildlife photographers and filmmakers Amoghavarsha and Kalyan Varma, the documentary explores the biodiversity of Karnataka. It was presented by the Forest Department. The documentary’s storyline shows the diverse range of habitats and species of flora and fauna found across the state. The...
- 3/23/2021
- by Sanjana
- The News Minute
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