The trailer of Khela, produced and directed by VJ Bharath, has been released, raising expectations for the film. Speaking at the trailer launch, VJ Bharath said that although Vihaan Prabhanjan plays the lead role, veteran actress Swathi is the lifeline of the film. He added that the bond between a mother and son is one of the film’s major strengths. He also revealed that his mother was the reason behind his decision to release the film. Sangeetha Bhat has also played a special role in the film.
Addressing the challenges surrounding the film, VJ Bharath said he did not want to go around blaming or complaining about anyone, adding that he knew who was responsible. He said the film had overcome a difficult phase and moved forward. Clarifying that he had never intended to take on a star actor, he said the situation had unfolded this way because of certain people. He added that he had left the matter in God’s hands, trusting that things would work out, and that developments were now moving in that direction.
Lead actor Vihaan Prabhanjan said the film had been made on a grand scale. He added that if the film succeeded, everyone involved in it would share the victory, and appealed to audiences for their support. He said the film explores simple, relatable themes such as an ordinary boy’s life, friendship and love. Speaking about his experience of acting alongside veteran actress Swathi, he said he never felt as though he was performing in a scene.
Actress Ashika Rao said the film had turned out well and praised the team’s hard work. Describing it as her second film, she thanked the team for giving her the opportunity. She added that the film had also given her the scope to showcase her acting abilities.
Yuvraj Gowda said the film explores several themes, including a mother’s love and friendship, and appealed to audiences to support the film.
Veteran actress Swathi spoke about the importance of a mother’s love, saying that no other word could replace the word “mother.” She explained that a mother always wishes for her children to be happy and successful. While children often believe that their parents will understand them, she said, they must also make an effort to understand their parents.
Speaking about a challenging sequence in which she had to play a dead character, Swathi said, “It was difficult to act as though I were dead. I struggled for nearly two hours, and I have never performed such a role in my career.”
VJ Bharath praised Swathi’s performance and revealed that the film features four songs sung by Darshan Narayan, Juskaran Singh and others. He added that each song was better than the other.
Dialogue writer Pramod Jois and cinematographer Pramod Gowda also shared their experiences at the event.
