Yodha

The Indian subcontinent that is affected by terrorism from Kashmir to Kanyakumari a regional Kannada film like ‘Yodha’ made by prestigious banner Rockline Productions serves some purpose and inject the need of patriotism, integrity and oneness among the common people. When a popular star like Darshan makes attacking speeches on terrorism and rowdy activities that is making the country a garbage basket there is some sense. With an action feast for fans Darshan also lend some sentiments and peppy dance numbers. This is a remake of Telugu film ‘Bose’ very effectively narrated.

Captain Ram (Darshan) saves the modesty of Asha (Nikitha). In saving Asha from lurch Captain Ram shoot the powerful person who has big clout in the political circle and intending to become a minister Patil (Ashish Vidyarthi) near the abdomen. The seriously wounded minister in the making is hurt mentally and physically and an inquiry is conducted in the army camp. Captain Ram is not interested in why he did so to his bosses because the life of innocent Asha become pathetic. Captain Ram faces the brunt and he is issued court martial orders.

Back in his family after serving the nation for five years Captain Ram is not in a position to explain his position. He is given warm welcome and he does not want to spoil the mood of members of his huge family. Ram finds Nikitha in his home town and no need to say they fall in love. There are two gangs in the city where Ram is living and both are looking for his life. They are ordered by Patil sitting in New Delhi to finish off Ram. That is not possible because Ram is intelligent, daring and he is hero too of the film.

In the later portions of second half we come to know that Ram is also on a mission in the city. He is here to trace the hideouts of gang of terrorists and putting down local criminals is like gulping water to him. The mission of Captain Ram ends and the higher officials in the Indian Army are explained the good work.

This one perfectly suits challenging star Darshan. The height and weight gives extra marks for him. He is good in dance with Nikitha. The well known south Indian actress Nikitha is bit liberal in skin show in this film. The running scenes of Nikitha kept purposefully is lapped up by front benchers. Nikitha is a good performer too. Avinash and Srinivasamurthy give great support to the film. Ashish Vidyarthi limping in this film barks a lot. Rahul Dev is wasted.

There are some excellent shots from cameraman KM Vishnuvardhana – especially the song Namma India…he has captured from top angle. The music from the veteran is a good treat to the ears and lip to lip to lip kode….song is a racy number.

The trio – Darshan, Rockline Venkatesh and Om Prakash Rao has picked a right film at the right time.