Title: Ronny, Producers: Chandrakanth Poojari, Umesh Hegde, Direction: Gurutej Shetty, Music: Manikanth Khadri, Cinematography: Raghavendra Kolara, Cast: Kiran Raaj, Radhya, Sameeksha, Apoorva, Ravishanker, Yash Shetty, Srinivasa Prabhu, Kari Subbu, Dharmanna, Surya Kundapura, KS Sridhar, Mico Nagaraj, Anil, Dharmendra Urs, Lakshmi Siddaiah, Shailendra, and others.
Ronny is an excellent, screenplay-driven mass entertainer, packed with human values, family emotions, and action. In fact, the screenplay serves as a valuable reference for cinema students in training.
Gurutej Shetty has delivered outstanding work, with support from veteran writer J.K. Bharavi. After writing the screenplay 17 times, it’s evident that Ronny is set to be a major success.
This film is Kiran Raj’s strongest performance to date. His dedication and screen presence as both Raghava and Ronny are fantastic, establishing him as a rising star. As Raghava, he is endearing and relatable, while as Ronny, he rules the underworld. The dialogue, “Ellalinda Eddu Bandavanalla, Iddalella Geddu Bandavanu,” is both powerful and fitting for his dual character. However, his entry into the underworld is unexpected!
The film was made possible by the lavish investment from the producers of Trishul Entertainment, Chandrakanth Poojari and Umesh Hegde. Their financial backing ensured rich production values, beautiful locations, technical brilliance, and luxurious costumes.
The beauty of Ronny lies in how it presents all the necessary elements of a commercial film in a balanced manner. Raghavendra Kolara’s cinematography and Khadri Manikanth’s music are standout features. While Raghavendra captivates with his stunning visuals, Khadri Manikanth’s melodious compositions are equally enchanting.
The director’s clever narrative strategy, in tune with audience expectations, works effectively. Gurutej Shetty masterfully holds the viewers’ attention, offering the perfect blend of entertainment expected from a commercial film. He has proven that he’s here to stay and make his mark in the industry.
Ronny’s unexpected rise in the underworld is compelling. His transformation into a formidable actor is improbable. The line “I don’t like ‘Kole’ but ‘Kale’ goes in vain as the ‘Chakravyuha’ of the underworld is treacherous” highlights the complex web of his journey. Despite his good intentions, circumstances force him to take up arms and engage in violence.
Raghava, a sweet-natured individual, dreams of becoming an artist. He and Anjali, both striving for success in the arts, are wrongfully implicated in a case, leading to a brutal attack. After serving a prison sentence, Raghava transforms into Ronny, confronting his enemies. Though he tries to reclaim his former life, the underworld continues to hunt him down, forcing him into a series of intense confrontations. The film intensifies with the emergence of Anjali’s sister as a cop, political games, and the deadly attacks orchestrated by underworld don Kaali.
Radhya as Anjali and Sameeksha as Supritha deliver strong performances, while Apoorva, portraying a cop, is adequate. The comedic elements are seamlessly integrated into the narrative. Ravishanker and Yash Shetty, along with corrupt cop Ugram Manju, do justice to their roles. Upcoming actor Anil stands out in his unique role, which can only be described as “Channagide!”
The stunts are well-executed, the dialogues are sharp, the editing is impressive, and the choreography is visually appealing in Ronny.
Overall, Ronny is a film for the entire family. It also serves as a cautionary tale for those who may face similar situations in real life.
