Yashwanth

Yashwanth is a 2005 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama directed by Dayal and starring Murali and Rakshitha.

Cast

Production

This film was the third film of both director Dayal, of Baa Baaro Rasika fame, and Murali. The film's story is based on a real life incident in the director's life when he had to give up his wife's jewelry when he was under financial pressure. The film was produced by K. Manju, whose previous film Sahukara was a hit. Reena Yadav and Namitha were each considered to play one of the film's heroines before Rakshita was cast. The film was launched at Kanteerava Studios with financier K. V. Nagesh Kumar clapping the shot and KFCC president H. D. Gangaraju switching on the camera. Murali Manohara, who worked under choreographer
Five Star Ganesh, debuted as a dance director with this film. Vanitha Vasu plays Rakshitha's mother in the film, who later becomes estranged.

Soundtrack

The songs were composed by Mani Sharma. The song "Nodana Bengaluru" was shot on a double decker bus in Bangalore. The audio was released at KSCA Club in Bangalore.

Reception

S. N. Deepak of Deccan Herald wrote "There is nothing new in the story. The director has taken up a simple story of today’s youth, mixes some action and romance and tries to make it an entertaining film. He focuses on how today’s youth spend time and invite problems. Besides, he also shows that they can also achieve something if they focus on a single goal, that’s all". A critic from Viggy wrote that "On the whole, Yashwanth is not as gripping as one would've expected it to be. Its an absolute letdown but enthralls the frontbenchers!" The film failed at the box-office.