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‘Yuva Rajkumar-starrer Ekka will be a gripping action entertainer,' says the producers

‘Yuva Rajkumar-starrer Ekka will be a gripping action entertainer,' says the producers

Time of India17-07-2025
For Kannada audiences, a trip to the theatres will prove well worth their time as Yuva Rajkumarstarrer Ekka hits the screens, say the makers of the film. The film, directed by Rohit Padaki, is produced by Karthik Gowda and Yogi G Raj of KRG Studios, Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar of PRK Productions and Jayanna and Bhogendra of Jayanna Films.
Sharing her excitement for the film releasing today, Ashwini says, 'This film promises to be an excellent commercial entertainer with a fantastic narrative. It balances gripping emotions, powerful dialogues, and groovy music – and of course, the Bangle Bangari song is a massive hit. We can't wait to see the audience's reaction to the film.' Talking about the film, Jayanna shares, 'It tells the story of a middle-class village youth who arrives in Bengaluru for opportunities, and delivers a message for rural youth, guiding them on navigating the challenges and choices when settling in the city.
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He adds, 'This is the first time three production houses have joined hands to make a Kannada movie.' Yogi believes the film arrives at the perfect moment. He shares, 'Audiences can expect a paisa vasool cinema. People will easily relate to this story; it feels like their own. Ultimately, we all seek peace. This film beautifully conveys that message, making it the right movie at the right time. So far, audiences have loved and blessed our teasers, songs, and trailer.
We hope they'll feel the same love for the movie too.'
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