Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru
Mangaluru, Jan 10: The much-anticipated Kannada film Adhipatra, starring popular actor and Bigg Boss fame Roopesh Shetty, is all set for a grand release on February 7, across the state. The film’s teaser has already created a buzz, offering a glimpse into its coastal Karnataka-centric storyline.
Directed by Chayan Shetty, the movie features Janhavi in the lead role alongside Roopesh Shetty. The film captures the rich traditions of the coastal region, showcasing Aati Kalanja, Yakshagana, and Huli Kunita (tiger dance) with authentic and vibrant representations. Shot entirely in the coastal belt, director Chayan Shetty has brought the region’s cultural essence to life on screen.
The cast includes seasoned performers such as M K Math, Kantara fame Prakash Tuminadu, Raghu Pandeshwar, Deepak Rai, Karthik Bhat, Anil Uppal, and Prashanth. Produced as a suspense-thriller, Adhipatra is backed by Divya Narayan, Kuldeep Raghav, and Lakshmi Gowda under the K R Cine Combines banner. Co-producers Karthik Shetty, Satish Shetty, and Shweta Ravichandra Shetty have extended their support through Belaku Films.
The post-production work of the film is now complete, and the first song, Aati Kalanja, will be released on Lahari Music on December 27.