Kiladi Jodi

Kiladi Jodi is 1978 Indian Kannada language action-adventure film directed by S. V. Rajendra Singh Babu. Co-written by H. V. Subba Rao, the film stars Vishnuvardhan, Srinath, and Lakshmi, alongside guest appearances by Ambareesh and Jayamalini. Produced by K. Venkatesh Dutt under the V. V. International banner, it features cinematography by P. S. Prakash, editing by K. Balu, and a musical score composed by the duo Rajan–Nagendra.
Following the success of the film, Babu remade and directed the film in Hindi as Ek Se Bhale Do, released in 1985.

Plot

Jaggu and George Fernandes are two small-time conmen who reform after meeting George’s lover, Jenny. Jenny and her foster father Williams are in distress when a woman who resembles Jenny—Radha —enters the scene, embroiled in personal and criminal troubles. Jaggu and George step in to help, leading to a complex web of mistaken identities, moral dilemmas, and family drama. Their loyalty and friendship are tested as they navigate this situation, culminating in a resolution that reunites lovers and brings justice.

Soundtrack

The music was composed by Rajan-Nagendra making their first collaboration with Babu. The songs were sung by S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, K. J. Yesudas and S. Janaki while the lyrics were written by Chi. Udayashankar and Doddarange Gowda. The song "Naachike Inneke" was recreated in 2022 for the film Ranchi.