Tagaru Palya, a Kannada comedy-drama from 2023, marks Umesh Krupa’s directorial debut. The film is produced by Dhananjaya and released under Daali Pictures. It features an impressive cast, including Nagabhushana as well as debutant Amrutha, Tara Sharath, Lohithaswa and Rangayana Raghu. The movie is set in rural Mandya and offers a humorous but poignant exploration on traditions, family bonds, as well as the quirks that come with village life.
Release Date and Platform for OTT
Tagaru Palya, following its successful theatrical release, premiered on Amazon Prime Video in December 2023. Digital release enabled a larger audience to enjoy the unique blend of humor and cultural commentary in the film from the comforts of their own homes.
Cast and crew
- Nagabhushana is Chikka
- Amrutha Prem is Jyothi
- Rangayana Raghu as Pandappa aka Paandu
- Tara as Shantha
- Sharath Lohithaswa is Pandappa’s younger brother
- Chandrakala Mohan as Pandappa’s sister-in-law
- Vasuki Vaibhav, Karthik the bride
- Chitra Shenoy is Karthik’s mom
- Vaijanath as Dhoddappa
- Ravi Hunsur is Tammadappa
- Poornachandra in a special guest appearance
- Yasha Shivkumar makes a special appearance
Umesh Krupa, Director and Writer
Producer: Dhananjaya
Cinematography: S.K. Rao
Editing: Madhu Thumbakere
Music : Vasuki Vaibhav
Production House: Daali Pictures
Distributor: KRG Studios
Storyline
Tagaru Palya is set in the rural village of Mandya and revolves around Pandappa (also known as Paandu), who is thrilled to find a match for his daughter Jyothi. He vows to celebrate the auspicious occasion by performing a traditional pooja that involves the sacrifice of a male lamb. Chaos ensues, however, when the sheep won’t cooperate. This leads to a series comedic and surprising events that challenge the villager’s beliefs and traditions.
Reception
Tagaru Palya, which will be released in theaters on October 27, 2023 received positive reviews both from critics and the audience. A unique storyline and strong performances, along with an authentic portrayal rural life, resonated well with audiences, leading to packed houses at shows in Karnataka. The film was praised by critics for its humorous approach to traditional practices, and for its ability both to entertain and provoke thought.
Soundtrack
Vasuki Vaibhav’s score complements the film’s narrative by blending both traditional and contemporary melodies. The soundtrack includes notable tracks like “Tagaru Palya Title Track”, sung Vijay Prakash, Jogila and Siddaraju and “Suryakanthi”, performed by Madhuri. The lyrics of producer Dhananjaya add depth to the themes of the film and enhance its emotional resonance.
Tagaru Palya is a unique addition to Kannada Cinema, providing a humorous and insightful look at the complexity of rural India’s tradition and modernity. Amazon Prime Video allows a wider audience to enjoy this charming tale, which balances humor with cultural reflection.