Dharma Chavadi Hits Screens, Celebrates Tulu Heritage in Puttur
Friday, July 11, 2025
Puttur, July 11, 2025: The much awaited Dharma Chavadi, a new Tulu film, was released across the coastal region today. The movie is produced by Nadubail Jagadish Amin under the Krishnavani Pictures banner and directed by Nitin Rai Kukkuvalli. Its first public screening took place at Bharat Cinemas in G.L. One Mall, Puttur. The opening event included a ceremony celebrating Tulu cultural heritage and highlighted the growth of the Tulu film industry.Cultural Significance Highlighted at PremiereEshwar Bhat Panjigudde, President of the Sri Mahalingeshwara Temple Committee, opened the film screening. He talked about how the movie helps to protect the Tulu language and culture. “My faith in our customs matches the spirit of this film. It is not just for fun—it helps people to connect with our heritage,” he said. He mentioned Swami Vivekananda, gave his blessings to the young filmmakers, and handed them prasadam from the temple.
The gathering was also illuminated by several distinguished guests, such as Vijay Samrat founder Sahaj Rai, former taluk panchayat president Radhakrishna Borkar, the talented actor Suresh Rai, and Jayanth Nadubailu, the President of Akshay College. Their presence served to bolster the occasion with their heartfelt good wishes for the film's triumph. Among the attendees were prominent figures like Block Congress president Krishnaprasad Alva, Ravindra Shetty Nuliyalu, and Dayananda Rai Bettampadi. Furthermore, key members of the film's cast and crew, namely music director Prasad K. Shetty, cinematographer Arun Rai Puttur, and screenwriter Razak Puttur, graced the event with their participation.A Star-Studded Affair with Community SupportThe film, which received strong praise for its teaser and early screenings in Mumbai and Puttur, features Ramesh Rai Kukkuvalli in the lead role. He is joined by Ravi Snehit, Chetan Rai Mani, Suresh Rai, and other notable actors. The event was hosted by emcee Sharath Alva, with distributor Balakrishna Rai Kukkadi in attendance to acknowledge the guests. Although some expected a sequel to Dharma Daiva, the film presents an original storyline that combines humor with cultural themes, drawing interest from audiences. Dharma Chavadi aims to make a significant impact in the Tulu film industry. The team includes Prasad K. Shetty as music director and Arun Rai Puttur as cinematographer. Distribution is managed by Sachin Uppinangadi, ensuring the film will reach a wide audience throughout the region.
Keywords: Tulu cinema, Dharma Chavadi, Puttur premiere, Krishnavani Pictures, Nitin Rai Kukkuvalli, Tulu culture, Ramesh Rai Kukkuvalli, Bharat Cinemas, coastal Karnataka, film release
The gathering was also illuminated by several distinguished guests, such as Vijay Samrat founder Sahaj Rai, former taluk panchayat president Radhakrishna Borkar, the talented actor Suresh Rai, and Jayanth Nadubailu, the President of Akshay College. Their presence served to bolster the occasion with their heartfelt good wishes for the film's triumph. Among the attendees were prominent figures like Block Congress president Krishnaprasad Alva, Ravindra Shetty Nuliyalu, and Dayananda Rai Bettampadi. Furthermore, key members of the film's cast and crew, namely music director Prasad K. Shetty, cinematographer Arun Rai Puttur, and screenwriter Razak Puttur, graced the event with their participation.A Star-Studded Affair with Community SupportThe film, which received strong praise for its teaser and early screenings in Mumbai and Puttur, features Ramesh Rai Kukkuvalli in the lead role. He is joined by Ravi Snehit, Chetan Rai Mani, Suresh Rai, and other notable actors. The event was hosted by emcee Sharath Alva, with distributor Balakrishna Rai Kukkadi in attendance to acknowledge the guests. Although some expected a sequel to Dharma Daiva, the film presents an original storyline that combines humor with cultural themes, drawing interest from audiences. Dharma Chavadi aims to make a significant impact in the Tulu film industry. The team includes Prasad K. Shetty as music director and Arun Rai Puttur as cinematographer. Distribution is managed by Sachin Uppinangadi, ensuring the film will reach a wide audience throughout the region.
Keywords: Tulu cinema, Dharma Chavadi, Puttur premiere, Krishnavani Pictures, Nitin Rai Kukkuvalli, Tulu culture, Ramesh Rai Kukkuvalli, Bharat Cinemas, coastal Karnataka, film release