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{{Short description|2025 Kannada-language film}}
{{Use Indian English|date=February 2025}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=June 2025}}
{{Infobox film
| name = Rudra Garuda Purana
| image = Rudra Garuda Purana.jpg
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = K. S. Nandeesh
| writer = K. S. Nandeesh
| producer = Ashwini Lohith
| starring = [[Rishi (Kannada actor)|Rishi]]<br/>Priyanka Kumar<br/>[[Vinod Alva]]
| cinematography = Sandeep Kumar
| editing = K. M. Prakash
| music = Krishna Prasad
| studio = Ashwini Arts
| distributor =
| released = {{Film date|df=y|2025|1|24}}
| country = India
| language = Kannada
| budget =
| gross =
}}

'''''Rudra Garuda Purana''''' is a 2025 Indian [[Kannada]]-language [[mystery film|mystery]] [[thriller film|thriller]] film directed by K. S. Nandeesh and produced by Ashwini Lohith under the Ashwini Arts banner.<ref>{{Cite news |title=Aspire to inspire |url=https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/south-masala/aspire-to-inspire/articleshow/100775483.cms |newspaper=Bangalore Mirror |first=Y Maheswara |last=Reddy |date=6 June 2023 |access-date=18 February 2025 |language=en}}</ref> The film stars [[Rishi (Kannada actor)|Rishi]] and Priyanka Kumar in lead roles, alongside [[Vinod Alva]], [[Avinash Yelandur|Avinash]], [[Prabhakar (actor)|Prabhakar]], Shivaraj KR Pete, Ashwini Gouda, among others.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Rishi returns as detective in mystery thriller 'Rudra Garuda Purana' |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2024/Aug/21/rishi-returns-as-detective-in-mystery-thriller-rudra-garuda-purana |access-date=21 August 2024 |website=The New Indian Express |date=21 August 2024 |language=en |archive-date=22 August 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240822010358/https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2024/Aug/21/rishi-returns-as-detective-in-mystery-thriller-rudra-garuda-purana |url-status=live}}</ref> The film's plot is loosely inspired by [[Pan Am Flight 914]], an [[urban legend]] about the [[Douglas DC-4]] which disappeared after a takeoff in 1955 and only landed again three decades later.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/kannada/news/2024/Aug/21/rishi-nandeeshs-rudra-garuda-purana-draws-from-pan-am-flight-914-mystery |title=Rishi-Nandeesh's Rudra Garuda Purana draws from Pan Am Flight 914 mystery |website=Cinema Express |date=21 August 2024 |access-date=3 January 2025 |archive-date=3 September 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240903152355/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/kannada/news/2024/Aug/21/rishi-nandeeshs-rudra-garuda-purana-draws-from-pan-am-flight-914-mystery |url-status=live}}</ref> The concept was also based on the Chinese folklore ''Bus Route 375''.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2025/Jan/20/rudra-garuda-purana-grounds-its-story-with-the-17a-kaveri-express-bus-director-nandeesh |title='Rudra Garuda Purana' grounds its story with the 17A Kaveri Express bus: Director Nandeesh |date=20 January 2025}}</ref>

Originally slated for release on 27 December 2024, the film's release was rescheduled to 24 January 2025.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2024/Dec/10/rishis-rudra-garuda-purana-gets-a-new-release-date |title=Rishi's Rudra Garuda Purana gets a new release date |website=The New Indian Express |date=10 December 2024 |access-date=3 January 2025 |archive-date=12 December 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241212175512/https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2024/Dec/10/rishis-rudra-garuda-purana-gets-a-new-release-date |url-status=live}}</ref>

== Premises ==
The story delves into the mystery of a bus accident that occurred 25 years ago, claiming the lives of all its passengers. In a shocking twist, the same bus and its passengers reappear years later, sparking an intense investigation. The bus named "17A Kaveri Express" forms the center character in the plot.

== Cast ==
{{Cast listing|
* [[Rishi (Kannada actor)|Rishi]] as Inspector Rudra
* Priyanka Kumar
* [[Vinod Alva]]
* [[Avinash Yelandur|Avinash]]
* Shivaraj KR Pete
* Giri Shivanna
* K. S. Shridhar
* Ashwini Gouda
* Ram Pavan
* Vamshi
* Aakarsh
* Gautham Mysuru
* Joseph
* [[Prabhakar (actor)|Prabhakar]]
* Sneek Shyam
* Jagappa
* Prasanna Handrang
* Radvi
* Ranganath Bharadwaj
}}

== Production ==
The film was shot in [[Mysore]] and [[Bangalore]] and took a total of 70 days to complete the shoot.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://zeenews.india.com/kannada/entertainment/the-shooting-of-rudra-garuda-purana-starring-rishi-is-complete-189923 |title=the-shooting-of-rudra-garuda-purana-starring-rishi-is-complete |website=Zee News |date=14 February 2024 |access-date=3 January 2025 |archive-date=6 August 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240806105812/https://zeenews.india.com/kannada/entertainment/the-shooting-of-rudra-garuda-purana-starring-rishi-is-complete-189923 |url-status=live}}</ref> The climax fight was shot in [[HMT Limited]] factory premises.

== Soundtrack ==
{{Infobox album
| name = Rudra Garuda Purana
| type = soundtrack
| artist = Krishna Prasaad
| genre = [[Feature film soundtrack]]
| language = [[Kannada]]
| label = Ashwini Arts
| producer = Krishna Prasaad
| prev_title =
| prev_year =
| next_title =
| next_year =
| chronology =
}}
{{Track listing
| headline=Track listing
| extra_column= Singer(s)
| total_length=
| title1 = Kann Munde Bandu
| length1 = 3:11
| lyrics1 = Chinmay Bhavikerie
| extra1 = [[Shweta Mohan]], [[Kapil Kapilan]]
| title2 = Hukka Elli
| length2 = 3:28
| lyrics2 = Manju Mandavya
| extra2 = [[Naveen Sajju]]
| title3 = Investigation Song (Title track)
| length3 = 3:07
| lyrics3 = Kinnal Raj
| extra3 = [[Nakul Abhyankar]]
}}

== Release ==
The film's release date was initially announced at a song release event by the cast and crew as 27 December 2024.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2024/Nov/05/action-thriller-rudra-garuda-purana-to-release-on-december-27 |title=Action-thriller 'Rudra Garuda Purana' to release on December 27 |website=The New Indian Express |date=5 November 2024}}</ref> Later, it was postponed to 24 January 2025. The makers announced that the film would release simultaneously in [[Kannada language|Kannada]] and [[Telugu language|Telugu]] languages and subsequently release in other languages although only the Kannada version was released.

==Reception==
The movie has received mixed reviews from critics: Sridevi S of [[The Times of India]] wrote that the film attempts to merge mythology with a modern thriller but stumbles due to uneven pacing. She praised Rishi’s performance as a highlight, though she noted the screenplay lacks consistency.<ref>{{cite web |title=Rudra Garuda Purana Movie Review |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movie-reviews/rudra-garuda-purana-movie-review/movie-review/117484448.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |accessdate=10 June 2025}}</ref> Vivek M.V of [[The Hindu]] said the film is a tepid thriller, commending Rishi’s dedicated performance but criticizing the weak plot and lack of narrative coherence, which fails to sustain suspense.<ref>{{cite web |title=Rudhra Garuda Purana movie review: Rishi gives his all, tepid thriller |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/rudhra-garuda-purana-movie-review-rishi-gives-his-all-tepid-thriller/article69131547.ece |work=[[The Hindu]] |accessdate=10 June 2025}}</ref> Shashiprsad SM of [[Times Now]] wrote that the film is "mysteriously entertaining but only in parts," appreciating its visual appeal but pointing out disjointed storytelling and shallow character development.<ref>{{cite web |title=Rudhra Garuda Purana Movie Review: Mysteriously Entertaining But Only In Parts |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/reviews/rudhra-garuda-purana-movie-review-mysteriously-entertaining-but-only-in-parts-review-117466837 |publisher=[[Times Now]] |accessdate=10 June 2025}}</ref> A Sharadhaa of [[The New Indian Express]] said the film is a riveting tale of justice and karma, with Rishi delivering a standout performance. She appreciated the thematic depth but mentioned minor pacing issues.<ref>{{cite web |title=A riveting Rishi in a mysterious tale of justice and karma |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2025/Jan/25/a-riveting-rishi-in-a-mysterious-tale-of-justice-and-karma |work=[[The New Indian Express]] |accessdate=10 June 2025}}</ref> Y Maheswara Reddy of [[Bangalore Mirror]] wrote that the film offers a thrilling take on karma, with Rishi’s intense acting standing out. He noted that the film’s ambition occasionally overshadows its execution.<ref>{{cite web |title=Kannada movie review: Rudra Garuda Purana - Thrilling bite of karma |url=https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/reviews/kannada-movie-review-rudra-garuda-purana-thrilling-bite-of-karma/articleshow/117560520.cms |work=[[Bangalore Mirror]] |accessdate=10 June 2025}}</ref> Shilpa D of [[Kannada Prabha]] said the film weaves an engaging narrative around justice and karma, with Rishi’s performance being a major strength. She suggested some plot points could have been tighter.<ref>{{cite web |title=Rudra Garuda Purana Movie Review: A riveting Rishi in a mysterious tale of justice and karma |url=https://www.kannadaprabha.com/cinema/review/2025/Jan/25/rudra-garuda-purana-movie-review-a-riveting-rishi-in-a-mysterious-tale-of-justice-and-karma |publisher=[[Kannada Prabha]] |accessdate=10 June 2025}}</ref> S Vishwanath of [[Deccan Herald]] wrote that the film’s mystery-thriller premise is undermined by a convoluted plot. He acknowledged competent performances but criticized the lack of narrative clarity.<ref>{{cite web |title=Rudra Garuda Purana review: Mystery thriller let down by convoluted plot |url=https://www.deccanherald.com/entertainment/rudra-garuda-purana-review-mystery-thriller-let-down-by-convoluted-plot-3372111 |work=[[Deccan Herald]] |accessdate=10 June 2025}}</ref>

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
* {{IMDb title|tt27827305}}

[[Category:2025 Kannada-language films]]
[[Category: Films shot in Mysore]]
[[Category: Films shot in Karnataka]]
[[Category: Films shot in Bengaluru]]
[[Category: 2025 thriller films]]
[[Category: Indian thriller films]]
[[Category: Indian action thriller films]]
[[Category: Indian films based on actual events]]
[[Category:Fiction about urban legends]]

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