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Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
'Kaalapatthar' OTT release: Find out where to watch Kannada action drama
The Kannada action drama 'Kaalapatthar,' directed by debutant Vikky Varun, hit theatres on September 13, 2024, and has recently found its way online. The film is a story set in the drought-stricken village of Moodalapura in North Karnataka. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now OTT details The film is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video as of May 30, 2025, with the viewers able to rent the film. Apart from it, the film is also available on SunNXT. Vikky Varun on social media wrote, "My film Kaalapatthar is now streaming on Prime Video! A journey of love, duty, and intense action — brought to life with passion and dedication." About the film 'Kaalapatthar' centers on Shankara played by Vikky Varun, an army cook whose life takes an unexpected turn when his village honors him with a statue made of black stone (kaalapatthar) to celebrate his bravery during a terrorist attack. Though hailed as a hero, Shankara soon realizes that this sudden fame brings unforeseen challenges, stirring unrest in the village. The harsh realities of water scarcity and political manipulation add layers to the story, as local leaders exploit both the drought and Shankara's newfound status to control the villagers. Dhanya Ramkumar plays Ganga, a schoolteacher and Shankara's love interest, who acts as his voice of reason amid the growing turmoil. The film also features veteran actors T.S. Nagabharana, Achyuth Kumar, Sampath Maitreya, Rajesh Nataranga, and others in key supporting roles. The film's screenplay, penned by D. Satya Prakash, delves deep into human emotions and the complexities of ego and obsession, drawing subtle metaphors inspired by mythology and psychology. The story's realistic take on human behavior and societal issues has been praised for its thoughtful execution. The music of the film is composed by Anoop Seelin.
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2 days ago
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- Pink Villa
Kaalapatthar OTT release: When and where to watch Vikky Varun starrer Kannada action drama film online
Kaalapatthar is a Kannada action drama film that hit the big screens on September 13, 2024. Directed by debutant Vikky Varun, the movie opened to mixed responses at the box office. The film also struggled to secure any OTT platforms for its release initially. However, the movie has finally made its way to streaming platforms. When and where to watch Kaalapatthar Kaalapatthar began streaming on Amazon Prime Video on May 30, 2025. Making the announcement on X, Vikky Varun wrote, "My film Kaalapatthar is now streaming on Prime Video! A journey of love, duty, and intense action — brought to life with passion and dedication." Check out the announcement post of Kaalapatthar's OTT release below: Official trailer and plot of Kaalapatthar Kaalapatthar follows the story of Shankara, an army man whose life takes an unexpected turn after a twist of fate earns him national recognition. Mistakenly hailed as a hero, his village honors him with a statue. But this sudden fame changes everything. He begins to sense that something isn't quite right in his life anymore. The film is set in the dry, drought-stricken village of Moodalapura in North Karnataka. The harsh landscape and water scarcity form a crucial part of the narrative. Shankara's internal conflict deepens as he grapples with the consequences of his unintended fame. A parallel track features his bond with Ganga, a schoolteacher who becomes his voice of reason. Meanwhile, local politicians exploit both the water crisis and Shankara's fame to manipulate the villagers. Cast and crew of Kaalapatthar Kaalapatthar features Vikky Varun, Dhanya Ramkumar, and Nagabharana in prominent roles. The supporting cast includes Achyut Kumar, Sampath, Rajesh Nataranga, Galli Nata, Basu Hiremath, and Kanthraj Kaddipudi. The film is produced by Suresh and Nagaraju from Billinakotte, with direction by Vikky Varun. Sandeep Kumar handles the cinematography, while the music is composed by Anoop Seelin 2.0. On the other hand, the editing is done by Deepu S. Kumar.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kaalapatthar OTT release date: Where to watch Kenda Sampige fame Vikky Varun's directorial debut
Kaalapatthar OTT release date: This Kannada film directed by and starring Vikky Varun, known for his roles in Kenda Sampige and College Kumar, is finally set for its OTT debut after its theatrical release in September last year. Kalapattharwill soon be available to stream on Sun NXT, though the official release date is yet to be announced. Kaalapatthar plot summary The film follows Shankar (played by Vikky Varun), a Border Security Force soldier who's also known for his cooking skills. After performing a brave act during Kargil Vijay Diwas, he's celebrated as a hero. When he returns to his village, Mudalapalya, the community honors him by building a statue in his name. However, what begins as a tribute soon stirs unexpected challenges such as political tensions and social conflict. Strangely, Shankar begins to feel a deep, almost mystical connection to the statue. He senses the weather it endures - burning heat, heavy rain - even while far away. This bond grows so strong that when plans arise to remove the statue, he goes to great lengths to protect it, risking everything he has. Kaalapatthar reviews According to The Hindu, the film "takes a realistic and grounded approach to a heavy subject of building statues and the intentions behind it." Meanwhile, The New Indian Express notes that the film "reflects deep human connections and honours the legacy of Dr Rajkumar." Kaalapatthar cast and crew Produced under the banner of Bhuvan Movies, Kaalapatthar is directed by and stars Vikky Varun, alongside Dhanya Ramkumar, T.S. Nagabharana, Achyut Kumar, Sampath (of KGF fame), Rajesh Nataranga, Galli Nata, Basu Hiremath, and Kanthraj Kaddipudi. The film is produced by Suresh and Nagaraju (Billinakotte), with cinematography by Sandeep Kumar and music composed by Anoop Seelin 2.O. Deepu S. Kumar handled the editing, while makeup was done by Rajesh N and costumes by Puttaraju. Action sequences were choreographed by Vikram Mor and Mass Maada, and DI was managed by Tom from Spot Studio. The film's PR was overseen by Sudhidra Venkatesh, with Raagu Mysore as the art director. Santhosh Mundina Mane served as the associate director, and trailer editing was done by Ajay and Mahesh K. Manu S. Gowda worked as the spot editor, with Shivu Gowda as the creative producer and Filmy Cults as the creative partner. Line production was managed by Girish Nagappa, Lokesh, and Devaraju.
