Drama (2012 film)

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.

Drama
Directed byYogaraj Bhat
Produced by
  • Jayanna
  • Bhogendra
Screenplay byVikas
Yogaraj Bhat
Story byYogaraj Bhat
Starring
Music byV. Harikrishna
CinematographyKrishna
Edited bySanath Kumar
Suresh
Production
company
Yogaraj Movies
Jayanna Combines
Distributed byJayanna Combines
Release date
  • 23 November 2012 (2012-11-23)
Running time
149 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageKannada
Box officeest. ₹20 crore (US$2.8 million)[1]

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 roped in as the cinematographer for the film, who had previously worked with Bhat in the massively successful film, Mungaru Male.

Cast

Production

After the moderate success of Paramathma, the last venture of Yogaraj Bhat, this was the second project for the production house, Jayanna Combines.[2] Hindi and Marathi cinema actor Atul Kulkarni was picked for the negative role after Prakash Rai, who was the original choice for the role.[3] He was again replaced by Tamil actor Sampath Raj.[4] 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.[5]

Drama
Soundtrack cover
Soundtrack album by
V. Harikrishna
ReleasedSeptember 2012 (2012-09)
GenreFeature film soundtrack
LabelAnand Audio
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Thund Haikla Sahavasa"Vijay Prakash4:02
2."Chendutiya Pakkadali"Sonu Nigam5:30
3."Drama Hitavachana"Tippu4:25
4."Bombe Adsonu"V. Harikrishna4:36
5."Hambalada Hoovannu"Sunitha Gopraju3:58
6."Bombe Adsonu - Bit"V. Harikrishna2:43

Awards

Critical reception

Drama received generally positive reviews from film critics upon its release. DNA gave the film three and a half star rating praising the acting and the technical departments.[17] Rediff gave the film 3/5 rating and concluded saying, "(the film) is worth a watch for all the entertainment the young team gives us."[18] Prakash Upadhyaya of Oneindia gave the film three out of five stars and commented, "Hilarious one-liners, romantic songs and a little bit of philosophy. Last but not least, there is a message in the film."[19] IBN live reported 'Drama' is a film that genuine Kannada film audience can not miss.[20] Bharatstudent reviewed as Passable entertainer, can be watched once.[21] Chitraloka rated as spicy taste of masala.[22] Times of India gave 3.5 star rating.[23] Indiaglitz rated it 7/10.[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
Ceremony Category Nominee Result
2nd South Indian International Movie Awards Best Director Yogaraj Bhat Nominated
Best Actor in a Supporting Role Ambareesh Nominated
Best Actress in a Supporting Role Sindhu Lokanath Nominated
Best Comedian Sathish Ninasam Nominated
Best Lyricist Yogaraj Bhat for "Bombe Aadsonu" Nominated
Best Male Playback Singer Vijay Prakash for "Thund Haikla Sahavasa" Nominated

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]

References
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  18. "Review: Drama is entertaining". Rediff.com. 23 November 2012. Retrieved 25 November 2012.
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