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EDITOR'S PICK
`Kempe Gowda` entertaining masala movie (IANS Movie Review)
Rating: *** 1/2
Sudeep directed "Kempe Gowda" is a fast paced entertainer which keeps
the audience on tenterhooks throughout the second half. The film, a remake of
Surya starrer "Singam", is a well-packaged film with extraordinary
performances by Sudeep as well as Ravishankar, who plays a baddie.
The film boasts of best technical work by cameraman S. Krishna, background score
by composer Arjun, fantastic action sequences by Ravi Varma and Danny and
well-choreographed songs by Harsha and Pradeep Anthony.
But the songs are not so impressive except "Tara, Tara" and the title
number.
Sudeep has perfected the art of remaking non Kannada films and has been giving
positive results in offering perfect entertainment to audiences. "Kempe
Gowda" shows his brilliance in improvising the substance compared to the
original films` production values, presentation or performance from artists.
In totality, "Kempe Gowda" is as good as as his previous directorial
ventures like "My Autograph", "Veera Madakari and 73",
"Shanthi Nivasa".
The film has several strong points, but the one thing that stands out is
Sudeep`s and Ravishankar`s performances.
Ravishankar plays what Prakash Raj did in "Singam", and proves his
mettle by playing Armugham, a don Bengaluru.
However, there are some points which Sudeep could have focused on and it would
have made the film much likeable.
Sharan`s comedy pales in comparison to Vivek`s in the Tamil version.
The film is about a clash between police officer Kempe Gowda and ferocious don
Armugham.
Sudeep has clearly excelled as an actor and director of the film. His dialogue
delivery, body language and action are perfect feast for his fans. Ravi Shankar
matches every bit of it to give a tough competition to Sudeep.
Raagini adds glamour by looking beautiful in songs, but she needs to improve her
acting skills.
Girish Karnad, Tara, Ashok and other veteran artists have done their respective
roles well.
"Kempe Gowda" is a masala entertainer and audience may lap it up.
Watch it for Sudeep and Ravishankar`s performance and fantastic technical
values.