Mangaluru: The makers of the Tulu-Kannada bilingual film Picture have postponed the film’s theatrical release, pushing it from its earlier scheduled date of July 24 to August 7. Produced under Golden Star Ganesh and Shilpa Ganesh‘s Golden Movies banner, the film will now arrive in cinemas two weeks later, while the team has also unveiled a new festive track to keep the buzz alive ahead of its release.
Release date revised to August 7
The makers officially announced that Picture will no longer be released on July 24 as originally planned.
The film is now scheduled to hit theatres on August 7, giving the production team additional time before its theatrical launch. While the reason for the postponement has not been disclosed, the announcement has generated renewed anticipation among Tulu and Kannada cinema audiences.
The bilingual film features Nithyaprakash Bantwal and Amrutha Sudu in the lead roles.
Festive song ‘Ajjerejjare’ released
Along with the release date announcement, the makers unveiled a new celebration song titled ‘Ajjerejjare’ in Tulu.
The track showcases a lively family celebration filled with festive moments and colourful visuals, reflecting the cultural essence of coastal Karnataka.
The song has been composed by Samuel Abi, with lyrics written by Sandeep Bedra. It has been sung by noted music director Harikrishna, adding to the song’s festive appeal.
The release of the song is expected to strengthen the film’s promotional campaign ahead of its theatrical release.
Strong supporting cast
Besides lead actors Nithyaprakash Bantwal and Amrutha Sudu, Picture features several well-known artistes from the Tulu film industry.
The supporting cast includes Devadas Kapikad, Naveen D Padil, Aravind Bolar, Bhojaraj Vamanjoor and several other popular actors, promising a blend of comedy, emotion and family entertainment.
Their presence is expected to add significant appeal to the bilingual film, particularly among audiences familiar with Tulu cinema.
Experienced technical team behind the film
Picture has been directed by Sandeep Bedra, who has also written the lyrics for the newly released song.
The film is produced by Shilpa Ganesh under the Golden Movies banner, backed by actor Golden Star Ganesh.
Cinematography has been handled by Santhosh Rai Pathaje and Chandrashekhar K S, while Raju Aryan has taken charge of editing.
The production team has brought together experienced technicians to deliver a film that caters to both Tulu- and Kannada-speaking audiences.
Lead debut for Nithyaprakash Bantwal
One of the highlights of Picture is the debut of Nithyaprakash Bantwal as a lead actor.
The film marks an important milestone in his career, giving him his first opportunity to headline a feature film. Paired opposite Amrutha Sudu, he is expected to play a central role in the family entertainer.
With its mix of music, comedy and drama, Picture aims to appeal to audiences across Karnataka, especially in the coastal districts where Tulu cinema enjoys a strong following.
Conclusion
Although its release has been postponed by two weeks, Picture continues to build momentum with the launch of its new festive song. Backed by Golden Movies and featuring a talented cast and crew, the bilingual entertainer is now all set to make its theatrical debut on August 7.