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EDITOR'S PICK
Rating: ***
Prajwal Devaraj`s films are hitting the screens in regular intervals, but
somehow they have not been able to make any impression because of the choice of
stories and insipid work by the directors. Just last week his film "Mr.
Duplicate" was released to an average response. But it looks like Prajwal`s
new film "Bhadra", directed by Mahesh Rao, is all set to provide a new
image to the actor.
"Bhadra" is a remake of Telugu film "Ranam" starring
Gopichand and Kamna Jethmalani which was released a few years ago. Like the
Telugu original, the Kannada remake version "Bhadra" is nothing but a
frame-to-frame copy of the original film "Ranam". Even the song tunes
are lifted from the Telugu film and the difference from the original is only in
the picturisation.
"Bhadra" has a lot of comedy and action elements aimed at building up
the action image of the hero. The film has nothing special in the form of a
story which has been seen many times on the screen, but it is the screen play
which is most likeable. In that way, director Mahesh Rao ensures that all the
entertaining elements are retained without any changes.
Bhadra comes from his village to the city to pursue his education. In the
college he loves Kavya without knowing that she is the sister of dreaded mafia
don Naga. Naga tries to scuttle Bhadra`s attempts by using his clout and
threatening tactics. But Bhadra is made of different stuff and is prepared to
take on the challenges to get his love. Bhadra proves to be a different person
all the time and challenges Naga and his hooligans. Finally Bhadra makes Naga
realise that he makes a perfect match for Kavya.
Though Prajwal Devaraj had worked in a large number of romantic youthful
entertainers, this is his attempt to get a new image recast. Yes, he has done a
few action-oriented films earlier, but only in "Bhadra" the hero`s
role perfectly suits Prajwal. He has worked hard in the dance and fight
sequences and shines well even in the comedy sequences.
Mumbai-based dancer-cum-actress Daisy Show has also shown her prowess as a
dancer and adds a little bit of oomph to the film. Sampath shines in the
villain`s role while veteran actress M.N. Lakshmi Devi, Sharan and Bullet
Prakash are able to raise a few laughs in the theatre.
Fights have been the major attraction in this film with Ravi Varma and Thriller
Manju choreographing thrilling fights. The songs like "Aa Chinna" and
"Madanaari Baale" are quite catchy. Jai Anand`s camera work is another
factor that is quite impressive. Sri Guru`s work can only be commended for
background music as all the song compositions are lifted from the original
Telugu film.
"Bhadra" engages you throughout its length. It may be a high value
entertainer for audiences who have not watched the original and can be an above
average outing for the fans who have watched the remake. You may even watch it
with your family members to have a few laughs.