Bengaluru: Tulu film Kajja is set to premiere in Bengaluru on August 22, with the special screening scheduled for 6.30 pm at Gopalan Cinemas.
Produced by Vishanth Menezes under the Sumukha Productions banner, the film has been directed by Jishnu S Menon and Siddharth Shetty. The premiere is expected to bring together members of the film’s cast and crew as the Tulu-language production prepares to reach audiences in Bengaluru.
Vasishta Simha in prominent role
Multilingual actor Vasishta Simha plays a prominent role in Kajja. His involvement adds to the film’s appeal beyond the Tulu film industry, given his work across multiple Indian-language productions.
The film features a large ensemble cast, bringing together established performers and artistes associated with the coastal Karnataka entertainment scene.
The cast includes Aravind Bolar, Umesh Mijar, Jayashree, Shwetha Kotyan, Sahana Sudhakar, Vencita Dias, Mohan Raj, Gautham Bangera, Suvarna Poojary, Savitha Anchan, Shaheen Sheikh and Sannidhi Shetty.
Sumukha Productions backs project
Kajja has been produced by Vishanth Menezes under Sumukha Productions.
The production brings together a team of artistes and technicians from the region, with the film’s direction being jointly handled by Jishnu S Menon and Siddharth Shetty.
The Bengaluru premiere will provide audiences an opportunity to watch the Tulu production on the big screen and marks an important occasion for the team behind the film.
Music and technical team
Likith Prasad Shetty has composed the music for Kajja, while Chantu Meppayur is the cinematographer.
The editing has been handled by Binu Napoleon.
Vijeth R Nayak is responsible for choreography, while Yoganand has handled the film’s action direction.
The combination of music, cinematography, choreography and action is expected to contribute to the film’s overall presentation and cinematic appeal.
Tulu cinema gets Bengaluru showcase
Bengaluru has a sizeable audience for films made in regional languages, and the screening of Kajja in the city provides the Tulu film industry with an opportunity to reach audiences beyond the coastal Karnataka region.
Tulu cinema has developed a distinctive identity through films that reflect the language, culture and social life of the coastal belt. Bengaluru screenings also help connect the Tulu-speaking community living in the city with productions from the region.
The participation of actors and technicians with experience in different film industries further broadens the reach of a production such as Kajja.
Premiere scheduled for August 22
The Bengaluru premiere of Kajja will be held at 6.30 pm on August 22 at Gopalan Cinemas.
With Vishanth Menezes backing the production and Jishnu S Menon and Siddharth Shetty at the helm, the film brings together a notable cast and technical crew.
The premiere is expected to attract members of the Tulu-speaking community, film enthusiasts and supporters of regional cinema in Bengaluru.
As Kajja prepares for its Bengaluru screening, the film’s team will be looking to build interest among audiences and further expand the reach of Tulu cinema in the state capital.