Shivayogi Sri Puttayyajja
Shivayogi Sri Puttayyajja is a 2016 Indian Kannada biographical film directed by Hamsa Vijetha and produced by Shyam Mukund Navale. Starring Vijay Raghavendra in the title role, the film also featured Shruti, Shashikumar, Anu Prabhakar and Abhijith in other pivotal roles.[1] The film is based on the real life of Pandit Puttaraja Gawai (1914 - 2010), who was a scholar and a Hindustani traditional musician who was well noted for his social services.
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| Directed by | Hamsa Vijetha |
| Written by | Umesh Puranik Mata |
| Produced by | Shyam Mukund Navale |
| Starring | Vijay Raghavendra Shruti Anu Prabhakar Shashikumar |
| Cinematography | Sathish Chandru Belavangala |
| Edited by | Amith Javalkar |
| Music by | Amara Priya |
Production company | Sri Thulaja Bhavani Combines |
Release date |
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Running time | 148 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
The film, upon release was critically acclaimed and won awards at the Karnataka State Awards for Best Social Film and Best Actor to Vijay Raghavendra.[2] The musical score composed and written by Amara Priya.
Cast
- Vijay Raghavendra as Puttaraj Gawai
- Shruti
- Anu Prabhakar
- Shashikumar
- Abhijith
- Bhavyashree Rai
- Shankarlinga Sugnalli
- Umesh Navale
- Ramananda Nayak
Production
Hamsa Vijetha, the granddaughter of producer Vijaya Kumar and daughter of actor Viswavijetha, was selected to direct the script by Umesh Puranik Mata. Actor Vijay Raghavendra was initially reluctant to accept the offer to play the title role since it would require a lot of sincere dedication and time. Later he agreed to star in the film with Shruti, Anu Prabhakar and Shashikumar also being roped in to play supporting roles. The film was shot in Gadag, Badami and Pattadakal regions of Karnataka state where Gawai used to live.
Legal issues
The film faced legal troubles post its shooting and was stayed from its release. The stay order was put forth by producer Maruthi Jediyavar who claimed that he had acquired the rights to do a film on the legendary musician. However, after a certain delay, the court withdrew the stay order and gave a clean chit to release the film. The initial plan to release was on 15 January 2016 which was postponed to 5 February 2016.[3]
Soundtrack
The music of the film was composed by Amara Priya. The soundtrack features 16 tracks which include a poetry compilation of Puttaraj Gawai, Basavanna, Shishunala Sharif and Amara Priya himself.[4]
| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Nee Enage Guruvagabekendu" | Puttaraj Gawai | Rajesh Krishnan | |
| 2. | "Bhoomigintha Neenu" | Amara Priya | Rajesh Krishnan | |
| 3. | "Puttarajaane" | Amara Priya | Sangeetha Katti | |
| 4. | "Naana Embudu Naanalla" | Shishunala Sharif | Rajesh Krishnan | |
| 5. | "Mathadu Mathadu Lingave" | Janapada | Uday, Vasundhara | |
| 6. | "Enu Ninna Leeleyo" | Sri Shankarananda Swamiji | Rajesh Krishnan, Ajay Warrior | |
| 7. | "Akaara Ukaara Makaara" | Amara Priya | Rajesh Krishnan | |
| 8. | "Sabh Sakhi Milkar" | Traditional | Basavaraj Bhantanuru | |
| 9. | "Neethi Lakshana Bhajiso" | Ghana Matada Shivayogi | Sharankumar Jalahalli | |
| 10. | "Iliyuvude Shiva" | Traditional | Basavaraj Bhantanuru | |
| 11. | "Morey Binath Arade" | Puttaraj Gawai | Basavaraj Bhantanuru | |
| 12. | "Kannolage Kanniddu" | Basavanna | Basavaraj Bhantanuru | |
| 13. | "Bana Bana Doondana" | Puttaraj Gawai | Basavaraj Bhantanuru | |
| 14. | "Vidhi Hoodida" | Umesh Puranik | Basavaraj Bhantanuru | |
| 15. | "Iru Thiruguva Vidhi" | Paramparika | Sharankumar Jalahalli | |
| 16. | "Shadja Rishaba" | Traditional | Chorus |
References
- "Vijay Raghavendra Plays The Role of Pandit Puttaraj Gawai". Chitraloka.
- "Vijay Raghavendra, Malashri bag top honours at State Film Awards". News Karnataka.
- "Shivayogi Puttayyajja to Release for Sankranthi". Chitraloka.
- Songs list