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{{Infobox film<br />
| name = Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu<br />
| image = Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu.jpg<br />
| alt = <br />
| caption = Theatrical release poster<br />
| native_name = <!-- {{Infobox name module|language|title}} or {{Infobox name module|title}} --><br />
| director = Keshav Moorthy<br />
| writer = Keshav Moorthy<br />
| screenplay = <br />
| story = <br />
| based_on = <!-- {{Based on|title of the original work|creator of the original work|additional creator(s), if necessary}} --><br />
| producer = Magesh Ravindran<br />Kubendran<br />
| starring = {{plainlist|<br />
*[[Dileep Raj]]<br />
*[[Shilpa Manjunath]]<br />
*Apoorva Bharadwaj<br />
*Prasanna Shetty<br />
*Govind Madhusudhan<br />
*Hari Samashti<br />
}}<br />
| narrator = <br />
| cinematography = Harsha Kumar Gowda<br />
| editing = Kubendran<br />
| music = Prasad K Shetty<br />
| studio = Picture Shop<br />Native Craft <br />
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| released = {{Film date|df=yes|2025|1|10}}<br />
| runtime = <br />
| country = India<br />
| language = Kannada<br />
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'''''Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu''''' ({{Translation|You are responsible for your belongings}}) is a 2025 Indian [[Kannada]]-language [[anthology film|anthology]] [[crime drama film]] directed by Keshav Moorthy starring [[Dileep Raj]], [[Shilpa Manjunath]], Apoorva Bharadwaj, Prasanna Shetty, Govind Madhusudhan and Hari Samashti. The film was released on 10 January 2025 to positive reviews.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-offers-a-comedic-look-at-materialism/articleshow/117085026.cms|title=Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu offers a comedic look at materialism|date=10 January 2025|work=The Times of India}}</ref><br />
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==Plot==<br />
The film is an anthology crime drama set in modern-day [[Bengaluru]], exploring human attachment to material possessions and the insecurities they conceal. The film unfolds through three distinct stories, each delving into characters whose vulnerabilities lead them into morally ambiguous territory. <br />
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===Segment One: Inayath’s Obsession===<br />
The first story introduces Inayath (Prasanna V. Shetty), a water filter salesman grappling with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and a strained interfaith marriage. His compulsive need for control manifests in an unusual obsession—stealing motorbikes. When his own prized bike goes missing, Inayath’s fragile world spirals into chaos. His desperate attempts to reclaim it expose deeper emotional turmoil, turning petty theft into a metaphor for rebellion against societal expectations and personal loss. <br />
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===Segment Two: Love Among Kleptomaniacs===<br />
The second narrative follows Rohith (Govind Madhusudhan) and Rathna (Apoorva Bharadwaj), two kleptomaniacs whose shared thrill for stealing sparks an unconventional romance. Initially portrayed as harmless fun, their escapades soon blur the line between playful indulgence and compulsive addiction. As their bond deepens, the couple’s petty thefts escalate, forcing them to confront the consequences of their unchecked impulses. This segment, vibrant and mischievous, gradually darkens, offering a commentary on desire and obsession. <br />
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===Segment Three: The Honey Trap===<br />
The final story shifts to a tense, noir-inspired drama featuring Albert (Dileep Raj), a politically connected operator, and Jennifer (Shilpa Manjunath), his accomplice. Together, they orchestrate a honey trap targeting a wealthy man suspected of hoarding black money. What begins as a calculated scheme soon spirals into betrayal and suspense, culminating in a gripping climax that exposes greed and manipulation at their rawest. This chapter, steeped in deception, contrasts sharply with the earlier segments’ lighter tone, delivering a chilling finale. <br />
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===Themes and Tone===<br />
Across its three stories, the film examines how materialism intertwines with emotional fragility, revealing characters who are not hardened criminals but ordinary people succumbing to moments of weakness. The anthology oscillates between humor, romance, and thriller elements, ultimately offering a nuanced reflection on identity, desire, and the weight of possessions.<br />
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==Cast==<br />
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! "width:33.33%" | First segment<br />
! "width:33.33%" | Second segment<br />
! "width:33.33%" | Third segment<br />
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*Prasanna Shetty as Inayaat<br />
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*Apoorva Bharadwaj as Rathna<br />
*Govind Madhusudhan as Rohit<br />
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*[[Dileep Raj]] as Albert<br />
*[[Shilpa Manjunath]] as Jennifer "Jenny"<br />
*Hari Samashti as Sanketh Purohith<br />
*Vamshi Krishna<br />
*Lakshmi Srinivas Murthy as Albert's accomplice<br />
|}<br />
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== Production ==<br />
The film was shot in 90 days.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2024/Dec/24/thievery-with-a-twist-makes-nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-unique-keshav-moorthy|title=Thievery with a twist makes 'Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu' unique Keshav Moorthy|date=24 December 2024|website=The New Indian Express}}</ref><br />
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==Music==<br />
Prasad K Shetty composed the score for the film,<ref>{{Cite web |title=Nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-original-motion pciture soundtrack|url=https://music.apple.com/gb/album/nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-original-motion/1790835045 |access-date=25 July 2024 |website=AppleMusic}}</ref> with audio rights going to PRK Audio.<ref>{{Cite web |date=13 February 2024 |title=Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) |url=https://www.prostudiomasters.com/album/page/323572 |access-date=18 May 2024 |website=Prostudiomasters.com}}</ref> The lyrics were written by the director Keshav Murthy. <br />
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{{track listing<br />
| headline = Track listing<br />
| extra_column = Singer(s)<br />
| total_length =<br />
| title1 = Middle Class<br />
| lyrics1 = Keshav Murthy<br />
| extra1 = Vidya Prakash<br />
| length1 = 4:23<br />
| title2 = Sadhaa<br />
| lyrics2 = Keshav Murthy<br />
| extra2 = Padmaja Srinivasan<br />
| length2 = 5:01<br />
| title3 = Hungamaa<br />
| lyrics3 = Keshav Murthy<br />
| extra3 = Siddharth Belmannu<br />
| length3 = 5:03<br />
| title4 = Gaayab<br />
| lyrics4 = Keshav Murthy<br />
| extra4 = [[Naveen Sajju]]<br />
| length4 = 4:23<br />
| title5 = Ekanthave<br />
| lyrics5 = Keshav Murthy<br />
| extra5 = [[Vijay Prakash]]<br />
| length5 = 4:40<br />
}}<br />
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== Reception ==<br />
Pranati A S of ''[[Deccan Herald]]'' rated the film 3.5/5 and praised the actors, music and cinematography.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-movie-review-stainless-steal-winsome-stories-of-guileless-thieves-3349272|title='Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu' movie review &#124; Stainless steal: Winsome stories of guileless thieves|website=Deccan Herald|first=Pranati A|last=S}}</ref> Sridevi S of ''[[The Times of India]]'' rated the film 3.5/5 and wrote, "Authentic performances, with content that is brand new, at least for the Kannada audience, ''Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu'' makes for a good theatre outing, especially for the thrilling second half".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movie-reviews/nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu/movie-review/117094281.cms|title=Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu Movie Review : Performances steal the show in this new-age film|work=The Times of India|first=Sridevi|last=S}}</ref> A Sharadhaa of ''[[The New Indian Express]]'' rated the film 3.5/5 and wrote, "The film’s pacing, though unhurried, allows viewers to immerse themselves in its offbeat rhythm and savour the simple, human moments that reveal complex truths about identity and belonging".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2025/Jan/09/nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-movie-review-a-thoughtful-exploration-of-attachment-and-possessions|title='Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu' movie review: A thoughtful exploration of attachment and possessions|first=A.|last=Sharadhaa|date=9 January 2025|website=The New Indian Express|access-date=20 January 2025|archive-date=19 January 2025|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250119054743/https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2025/Jan/09/nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-movie-review-a-thoughtful-exploration-of-attachment-and-possessions|url-status=live}}</ref><br />
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Y. Maheswara Reddy of ''[[Bangalore Mirror]]'' rated the film 3/5 stars and concluded that "[y]oungesters will enjoy this film".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/reviews/kannada-movie-review-nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-quirks-of-life/articleshow/117127644.cms|title=Kannada Movie Review-Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu: Quirks of life|website=Bangalore Mirror|first=Y. Maheswara|last=Reddy|access-date=2025-01-20|archive-date=2025-01-14|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250114234727/https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/reviews/kannada-movie-review-nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-quirks-of-life/articleshow/117127644.cms|url-status=live}}</ref> Swaroop Kodur of ''[[The News Minute]]'' wrote that "''Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu'' is a rare anthology that is inventive, cheeky, and feather-light in its approach. It gets most things right and a few wrongs, but its delectable spread of characters and amusing situations make up for those occasional glitches".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.thenewsminute.com/karnataka/nimma-vasthugalige-neeve-javaabdaararu-a-cheeky-compelling-exploration-of-human-desire-2|title=Nimma Vasthugalige Neeve Javaabdaararu: A cheeky, compelling exploration of human desire|first=Swaroop|last=Kodur|date=9 January 2025|website=The News Minute}}</ref><br />
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==References==<br />
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==External links==<br />
*{{IMDb title|30825000}}<br />
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[[Category:Indian anthology films]]<br />
[[Category:Indian crime drama films]]<br />
[[Category:2025 Kannada-language films]]</div>KennyReveley866