They say, ‘Empty vessels make more noise.’ In truth, amidst the emptiness, the essence lies, waiting to be discovered. In society, achievements often intertwine with ostentation, echoing the Kannada adage, ‘Tumbida Koda Tulukalla.’
In ‘Khali Dabba,’ a debutant director, Prakash, delves into the societal dichotomies, offering a blend of entertainment and emotions.
The titular track, ‘Khali Dabba’ – resonating with ‘Dabba Dabba… Jeevana Ondu Khali Dabba,’ sung by Vijayaprakash, and adorned with philosophical depth by Dr. V Nagendra Prasad, sets the stage. Prasad also spearheads the music composition. Following a media debut, the duet ‘Modalu Modalu…,’ voiced by Shashikala Sunil and Harsha, appears promising for the film’s promotion.
Prakash K Amble, ascending from assistant and associate director roles, leads as the director. Backed by Manju Gurappa’s financing, Ram Gudi takes the lead, supported by Adya Priya and Haritha.
Director Prakash K (Amble) elucidates the significance of emptiness (‘Dabba’) in the film, portraying it as a universal theme transcending age. Drawing from a decade of experience, he undertakes the directorial helm, crafting screenplay and dialogue. Nagendra Prasad’s lyrical prowess and musical direction embellish five tracks, underpinning the team’s cohesion.
Actor Ram Gudi reflects on the contentious title, ‘Empty Can,’ which some perceive negatively while others view positively. Nevertheless, he emphasizes its metaphorical essence, likening life’s journey to an empty vessel awaiting fulfillment through timely decisions.
V. Nagendra Prasad echoes the director’s sentiment, elucidating on ‘Khali Dabba’ as the movie’s central motif, symbolizing life’s narrative. Amidst emotion, love, and familial bonds, the story unfolds, blurring the line between fiction and reality. He praises Ram Gudi’s stellar performance alongside the heroines, underscoring the film’s melodic offerings.
Producer Manjunath, an engineer by trade, rallies support from friends to launch his brother, Pradeep, now known as Ram Gudi, as the protagonist. Amidst reflections on the shoot’s initiation amid the COVID era, he acknowledges the invaluable learning experience.
Mahender, a longtime associate of Ram Gudi, contributes the narrative, infusing ‘Jeevana Ondu’ into ‘Khali Dabba,’ elevating its resonance.
The film’s shooting, spanning Bangalore, Mandya, and Mysore, features a star-studded cast including Kuri Pratap, Majabharat Sitaram, Sudha, Hanumakka, and V. Nagendra Prasad.
Nagendra Prasad’s multifaceted involvement extends to songwriting and musical composition, underscoring Manju Gurappa’s production under SUA Entertainment, with support from Appaji, Soumya Ram, Lakshmi Mahendra, and Chikkegowda.
Lucky, Venkat Udv, and Girish contribute behind the scenes, enriching the cinematic tapestry of ‘Khali Dabba.’
