Jani (film)
Jani is a 2017 Indian Kannada-language action romance film written and directed by cinematographer P. K. H. Das, in his debut film direction.[1] The film stars Vijay Raghavendra, Milana Nagaraj and Janani Anthony in the lead roles.[2] Suman, Rangayana Raghu, Sadhu Kokila and choreographer Mugur Sundar appear in key supporting roles.[3] The film is produced by J. Janakiram and M. Aravind under Aishwarya Film Productions banner.
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Directed by | P. K. H. Das |
Written by | P. K. H. Das |
Produced by | J. Janakiram M. Aravind |
Starring | Vijay Raghavendra Milana Nagaraj Janani Anthony |
Edited by | K. Sasi Kumar |
Music by | Jassie Gift |
Production company | Aishwarya Film Productions |
Distributed by | Jayanna Films |
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Country | India |
Language | Kannada |
The film marks musician Jassie Gift's 25th film as a composer.[4] The project also marks choreographer Chinni Prakash's return to Kannada cinema after 20 years.[5] The film is set to release on 11 August 2017.[6]
Cast
- Vijay Raghavendra as Jani
- Milana Nagaraj
- Janani Anthony
- Suman
- Rangayana Raghu
- Sadhu Kokila
- Shobharaj
- Sumithra
- Mugur Sundar (guest appearance)
- Chitra Shukla (guest appearance in the song "Bangade Bangade")
Soundtrack
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Soundtrack album by | |
Recorded | 2017 |
Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
Label | T-Series Kannada |
The original soundtrack for the film is composed by Jassie Gift, marking his 25th film. T-Series music label acquired the music album rights.[7]
No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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1. | "Jani Jani" | Chandan Shetty | Chandan Shetty, Jassie Gift | |
2. | "Bangade Bangade" | Raj Kiran | Sayanora Philip, Shashank Sheshagiri | |
3. | "Ellellu Neene" | Shivananje Gowda | Udit Narayan, Shweta Mohan | |
4. | "Kaddu Kaddu Nodi" | Raj Kiran | Shreya Ghoshal, Shashank Sheshagiri | |
5. | "Don't Worry Be Happy" | Raj Kiran | Vijay Prakash, Jassie Gift |
Reception
A critic from The Times of India wrote that "If the 80s and 90s style commercial dramas are your favourite then you could go for this. Though, you could always choose a DVD from that era instead too".[8] A critic from Vijaya Karnataka wrote that "Connoisseurs who want to see Vijay Raghavendra in a new role have no problem watching Jani".[9]
References
- "Cinematographer PKH Das makes his directorial debut with the film 'Jani'". Lehren.com. 8 August 2017. Archived from the original on 9 August 2017. Retrieved 9 August 2017.
- "Vijay Raghavendra is Mr Johnny". The Times of India. 3 June 2015.
- "Sundaram Master shakes a leg for Jani". The Times of India. 31 March 2017.
- "Jani marks Jassie Gift's 25th as composer". The Times of India. 3 August 2017.
- "Jani marks the return of choreographer Chinni Prakash". The Times of India. 23 March 2017.
- "Shivanna Vs Vijay Raghavendra: Mass Leader & Jani, Both To Release On Same Date!". Filmibeat. 31 July 2017.
- "Jani (2017)". Musicindiaonline.com. 9 August 2017.
- "JANI MOVIE REVIEW". The Times of India. 11 August 2017.
- "ಚಿತ್ರವಿಮರ್ಶೆ: 'ಜಾನಿ' ಮೇಕಿಂಗ್ನಲ್ಲಿ ಜಾಣತನ ಬೇಕಿತ್ತು". Vijaya Karnataka (in Kannada). 20 November 2017.