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New Indian Express
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Kuladalli Keelyavudo Movie Review: Promises fire, delivers ash
Some films arrive flaunting big names and even bigger messages. But when the narrative lacks grip and the emotions fall flat, what remains is a muddled mess. Kuladalli Keelyavudo, written by Yogaraj Bhat and Isla Uddin, and directed by Ramnarayan, is a prime example of this cinematic misfire—ambitious, noisy, but ultimately incoherent. The film sets out to address caste disparity—a subject deeply rooted in reality and worthy of nuanced storytelling. Yet, despite societal progress on the ground, this attempt feels dated and poorly translated to the screen. The narrative begins on land rights and identity only to devolve into confusion wrapped in half-baked symbolism. Director: Ramnarayan Cast: Madenur Manu, Mouna Guddemane, Sharath Lohithaswa, Tabla Nani, and Karisubbu
New Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Kuladalli Keelyavudo Team Interview: 'The story called for an ordinary face to reflect extraordinary truths'
Director Ramnarayan, known for films like Snehitaru, Paipoti, Tyson, Crack, Rajamarthanda, and Abbara, takes an unexpected turn in his latest venture, Kuladalli Keelyavudo. After decades of working with stars like Srujan Lokesh, Vijay Raghavendra, Guru Jaggesh (son of Jaggesh), Vinod Prabhakar (Tiger Prabhakar's son), Prajwal Devaraj (Devaraj's son), and Chiranjeevi Sarja, he has chosen to back a complete newcomer. 'This film didn't require a celebrity—it needed someone real,' says Ram Narayan, adding, 'Yogaraj Bhat's story called for an ordinary face to reflect extraordinary truths," says Ramnarayan ahead of the film's release this week Kuladalli Keelyavudo tackles deeper societal issues, moving beyond a commentary on caste. It questions systemic biases—from food and love to religion and land rights—layered with hard-hitting moments meant to provoke. 'It's not about upper or lower caste. It's about why caste still defines our identity today,' Ram asserts. 'When someone is questioned about what they eat or who they love based on caste, we're not talking tradition—we're talking regression.'
Deccan Herald
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Deccan Herald
Friday Releases: Three Kannada movies set for theatrical release today (May 23)
From Kuladalli Keelyavudo and Manku Thimmana Kagga to Kirik, here's a roundup of Kannada films making their theatrical debut today.
News18
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Kannada Comedy Star Madenur Manu Arrested For Allegedly Raping, Impregnating Actress
Last Updated: Madenur Manu, winner of Comedy Khiladigalu 2, allegedly raped the TV actress in 2022 during a trip to Shikaripura, Shivamogga for a comedy event Kannada actor Madenur Manu has been arrested following a rape complaint by a 33-year-old television serial actress. The arrest came just before Manu's new film Kuladalli Keelyavudho released on May 23. The actress has alleged that she was raped, made pregnant, and was given abortion pills. The case has been registered at Bengaluru's Annapoorneshwari Nagar Police Station. The complainant has accused Manu of cheating, physical assault, and coercion into marriage. After the case was registered, the actor tried to flee but was caught by the police in Shanthigrama, Hassan. The actress first met Manu during a comedy show in 2018, and they later became friends. As per the complaint, Manu, who gained fame after winning the Kannada reality show 'Comedy Khiladigalu Season 2', sexually assaulted the actress in November 2022 during a trip to Shikaripura, Shivamogga, where they had performed for a comedy event, a Times of India report stated. The report further stated that the actress met Manu in 2018 during their time on the comedy show and formed a close friendship with him. She alleges that Manu lured her to his hotel room under the pretense of paying her salary and then raped her. The actress also claims that Manu later came to her house, tied her up and sexually assaulted her again. She claimed that she became pregnant twice between 2022 and 2025, and both times Manu gave her abortion pills. Additionally, she alleges that he physically assaulted her and threatened her by recording her private videos without consent. As per the Times of India report, the actress revealed that she had financially supported Manu in his film Kuladalli Keelyavudo, where he plays the lead role. She reportedly provided him with lakhs of rupees to help fund the movie. Ironically, just hours before his arrest, Manu posted a promotional interview for his new film on Instagram, seemingly indifferent to the mounting controversy, the report stated. The case has caused a significant stir in the Kannada entertainment industry, with many expressing shock and demanding a thorough investigation. The police are currently looking into the allegations, recording statements from both involved parties. Madenur Manu is a well-known comedian in the Kannada entertainment industry, gaining popularity through the reality show Comedy Khiladigalu Season 2 and establishing himself as a notable actor in serials. Renowned for his comic timing and stage presence, Manu recently transitioned into lead roles in films. He is married to a woman named Divya and has a daughter, according to the complaint, as reported by Times of India. First Published:
Mint
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Madenur Manu arrested: Kannada actor raped co-star on 'pretext of marriage'; victim knew he was married
Kannada actor Madenur Manu was apprehended following a rape complaint filed by a 33-year-old co-artiste, who alleged that he assaulted her under the 'pretext of marriage.' The arrest comes just a day ahead of the release of Manu's latest film Kuladalli Keelyavudo, in which he plays the lead role. According to police, Manu went absconding shortly after the complaint was lodged on Wednesday afternoon. He was later traced and taken into custody from his native village of Madenur in Hassan district on who gained recognition through his appearance on Comedy Khiladigalu Season 2, is also known for participating in several Kannada reality shows. Both he and the complainant had previously worked together on a few such shows. According to police sources, 'The complainant is a resident of Nagarabhavi Second Stage.'In her complaint, the victim alleged that Manu repeatedly raped her between November 2022 and May 2025 after promising to marry her. She further accused him of subjecting her to both mental and physical exploitation. 'The woman has also stated that she had helped him financially,' police said. According to Indian Express, the woman was aware that Manu was already married and had a child. The first alleged incident took place on November 29, 2022, when Manu is said to have raped her at a hotel in Shivamogga following a comedy show. He later allegedly tied a mangalasutra around her neck at her home, despite her resistance. Manu is accused of repeatedly raping her at her residence in Nagarabhavi. When the woman became pregnant, he allegedly forced her to take abortion pills. He is also accused of recording their private moments and threatening to release the footage if she disclosed the matter. Also, the complainant has accused him of physically assaulting her. The Annapoorneshwari Nagar police have registered a case against the actor under charges of rape, 'sexual intercourse by employing deceitful means,' and 'causing miscarriage without the woman's consent.'
