Whistle is a 2013 Indian Kannada-language horror thriller film starring Chiranjeevi Sarja alongside Pranitha Subhash, and directed by Prashant Raj.[1] The story revolves around an engaged couple, who are chasing their dreams, the first of its kind in the Kannada Film Industry. It is a remake of the 2012 Tamil film Pizza. Notable directors Guruprasad and Chi. Gurudutt appear as supporting roles in the film.[2]
| Whistle | |
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| Directed by | Prashant Raj |
| Screenplay by | Prashant Raj |
| Based on | Pizza by Karthik Subbaraj |
| Produced by | Naveen RudraPrasad Kakolu Pradeep Goud |
| Starring | Chiranjeevi Sarja Pranitha Subhash Guruprasad |
| Cinematography | Santhosh Rai Pathaje |
| Edited by | Deepu S. Kumar |
| Music by | Joshua Sridhar |
Production company | Nimma Cinema |
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Running time | 127 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
Plot
editThe story begins on a romantic note with Ram, a pizza delivery boy, marrying his girlfriend Anu after she gets pregnant. The story takes a curious turn when Ram, who visits Smitha Bangalow to deliver pizza. The drama which follows in the haunted house is linked to diamonds.
Cast
edit- Chiranjeevi Sarja as Ram
- Pranitha as Anu
- Guruprasad
- Chi. Gurudutt
- Vijaya Koundinya
- Hamsa Gowda
- Ravivarma
Production
editIn November 2012, Prashant Raj bought the Kannada remake rights for the Tamil film Pizza.[3]
Soundtrack
edit| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Palapala Kangala" | Dhananjay | Haricharan, Ramya NSK | 4:21 |
| 2. | "Oora Mandi" | Mahesh Dev Shetty | Haricharan, Ramya NSK | 4:10 |
| 3. | "Aaru Uruthu" | Kaviraj | Tippu | 4:08 |
| 4. | "Oora Mandi" (remix) | Aradhya | Haricharan, Ramya NSK | 2:35 |
| 5. | "Whistle Theme" | Dhananjay | Prashant Raj | 2:00 |
Release
editWhistle released on 12 July 2013 all over Karnataka in about 75 theatres and PVR Cinemas in Delhi, Chennai, Pune, Mumbai and Hyderabad. Whistle was made on a decent budget and it collected Rs. 3.7 million in the first day itself and is having 70% occupancy in all theatres across Karnataka.[citation needed]
Reception
editA critic from The Times of India scored the film at 3.5 out of 5 stars and says "Chiranjeevi Sarja has given life to the character with his expression. Pranitha has done justice to the role. Vijay Koundinya has done a good job in his brief appearance. Camera by Santhosh Rai Pathaje is marvelous. Music by Joshua Shridhar has some catchy tunes".[4] A Sharadhaa from The New Indian Express wrote "Verdict: No match to Pizza, a lesson for those who think hit originals will always make for successful remakes. Whistle builds hopes and then leaves you wanting for the thrill of a scare".[5] B S Srivani from Deccan Herald wrote "The few songs could have been dispensed of. Santosh Rai Pathaje excels again with the lighting and placement. Overall, a cracker of a film that deserves a long and sweet seeti. Whistle, please!".[6] A critic from Bangalore Mirror wrote "The hero of this film is cinematographer Santosh Rai Pataje. His images have always been clear and bright in daytime shots. But here it is the indoor shots and scenes in the dark that show his ability. Whistle is a film that will make you forget the cold weather".[7]
References
edit- ^ "Film release..." Deccan Herald. 12 July 2013. Archived from the original on 4 September 2022. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
- ^ "Whistle podu podu". The New Indian Express. 9 July 2013. Archived from the original on 5 September 2023. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
- ^ "One more from Kollywood". Daily News and Analysis. 28 November 2012. Archived from the original on 6 September 2023. Retrieved 5 September 2023.
- ^ "WHISTLE MOVIE REVIEW". The Times of India. 14 May 2016. Archived from the original on 5 September 2023. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
- ^ Sharadhaa, A (13 July 2013). "'Whistle' (Kannada)". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 5 September 2023. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
- ^ Srivani, B S (14 July 2013). "Greed cannot compete with ghosts". Deccan Herald. Archived from the original on 5 September 2023. Retrieved 4 September 2022.
- ^ "Whistle: Delivered hot". Bangalore Mirror. 12 July 2013. Archived from the original on 5 September 2023. Retrieved 4 September 2022.