Ugramm to Apthamithra: 5 Kannada films that deserves a re-release in 2025
The re-release trend has recently taken over the country. A trend that gained traction from theatrical releases of iconic South Indian films like 'Ghilli', 'Indra', 'Murari', 'Jackie' and more, soon made its way to Bollywood. Iconic films like 'Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge', 'Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai', 'Karan Arjun' as well as recent classics like 'Yeh Jawani Hai Diwani', 'Jab We Met', 'Rockstar' and more witnessed sold-out shows despite their OTT presence.advertisementFilms like 'Tumbbad' and 'Sanam Teri Kasam', which weren't as successful during their initial run at the box office, turned out to be massive box office successes after their recent re-releases. This trend even caught Hollywood's attention with the recent re-release of the IMAX version of 'Interstellar', seeing several fully booked shows.On March 12, marking the 50th birth anniversary of the late Puneeth Rajkumar, the Kannada superstar's debut film as the lead, 'Appu', was re-released in over 100 screens across Karnataka. People across the state flocked to their nearest theatres to watch the film and see Puneeth on the big screen once again.
Similarly, there are several iconic Kannada films that deserve a re-release. Out of the many, here are 5 films that should make the cut and find their way to theatres in 2025!OM - 1995advertisementA film that holds a record in the Limca Book of Records for re-releasing more than 550 times, has to make it to this list! Directed by Upendra, starring Shiva Rajkumar - both superstars of their own merit in the Kannada film industry - 'Om' is a milestone film in both of their esteemed careers as well as the industry. Even after 30 years of its release, being one of the most talked-about Kannada films ever, this iconic film deserves a re-release the most!
A poster of the film Om (PC: IMDB)
UGRAMM - 2014Every time Prashanth Neel's 'Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire' starring Prabhas re-releases, the director's debut film, on which this 2023 super-hit is based, comes to mind. Despite facing several obstacles before its theatrical release, as revealed by Prashanth himself, 'Ugramm' created euphoria upon its release in 2014. Agastya, played by Kannada star Srii Murali, became a pop culture icon of Kannada cinema. To experience the same euphoria, with Ravi Basrur's background music blasting in theatres, would be a treat!
A poster of the film Ugramm (PC: IMDB)
RAMA SHAMA BHAMA - 2005This comedy entertainer starring Ramesh Aravind, Kamal Haasan, Urvashi and Daisy Bopanna, is a Kannada film that unites an entire family whenever it's on TV. Even after two decades of its theatrical release, the comedy still has its charm, making it the perfect film to be re-released in theatres. The film was released in theatres on December 9, 2005, and a December 2025 re-release would be a perfect way to celebrate its 20-year anniversary.
A poster of Rama Shama Bhama (PC: IMDB)
APTHAMITRA - 2004Dr Vishnuvardhan will always be one of the heads on the Mt. Rushmore of the greatest Kannada actors ever. 'Apthamitra' is one of his most iconic films, which ran in theatres across Karnataka for over 365 days and was the highest-grossing Kannada film at the time. From the extremely cool opening shot of Vishnu Dada's sidekick to witnessing the iconic comedy combination between Vishnuvardhan and Dwarkish - how nostalgic it would be to witness it all on the big screen once again!
A poster of the film Apthamitra (PC: IMDB)
SHABDAVEDHI - 2000Dr Rajkumar was a legend - the biggest name in the Kannada film industry - and always will be. He was such a huge name that when he was kidnapped by the dreaded Veerappan in mid-2000, the whole state of Karnataka came to a standstill, throwing the state government into crisis. 'Shabdavedhi' was Rajkumar's last film, released in February 2000. The theatrical release of a remastered version of this film, marking 25 years of its original release, would be a perfect way to pay an ode to this legend of Indian cinema.
A poster of the film Shabdavedhi (PC: IMDB)
The re-release trend has certainly opened up the possibility of reliving the theatrical experience of watching our favourite superstars and films. This article only lists 5 films, but there are several other Kannada films that have made their mark in their own way. Which Kannada film's re-release would you like to watch in theatres?
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