A young and hardworking team is set to make its mark with the Kannada film Panchamukhi. Contrary to what the title may suggest, the film has nothing to do with Panchamukhi Ganesha or Panchamukhi Anjaneya. Instead, Panchamukhi is the name of a house where a series of intriguing events unfold.
The film has already attracted attention through its teaser and songs and is scheduled for release on June 26. Songs such as Kashta Pattu Odidare, Sundara Ponisiddaane Rodanu, and Thunta Nodinale were screened during a media interaction held at Sri Renukamba Digital Theatre.
Produced under the SP Productions banner, Panchamukhi is written and directed by Chandru Achar, who also plays the lead role. The teaser and songs have been released through Siri Music.
Speaking at the event, Chandru Achar said, “I have worked as an assistant director on a few films, and this is my first film as a director. Along with horror, the film contains all the entertainment elements that audiences expect. I have also acted as the hero. Spoorthi Manohar plays the female lead. The film was launched a few years ago, but its release was slightly delayed due to various reasons. This is a low-budget film made possible through the support and cooperation of technicians and artists. Most of them worked without remuneration, and I sincerely thank them for their contribution.”
Music director Aaron Karthik Venkatesh, for whom this marks the 60th film of his career, has composed four songs for the film. He revealed that the film had an earlier premiere in Hubballi and had also received the government subsidy.
The cinematography by Praveen Poojari Nada and editing by Aravind J.P. Mallu have further enhanced the film.
Heroine Spoorthi Manohar said, “The story of this film is very good. Though this is my first film, I was paid for my work, and I am grateful for the opportunity.”
Editor Aravind J.P. Mallu, actors Pavan, Tejas, Prithvi, and distributor Raju were also present at the press meet.
However, distributor Raju of Jayalakshmi Movies raised a pertinent point. He observed that the team perhaps should not have mentioned the film’s earlier release in Hubballi, as it creates the impression of a second release. Such perceptions can sometimes make it difficult to secure theatre screens for a film’s wider release.
