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{{Infobox film
| name = Savari
| image = SavaariKannadaFilmPoster.jpg
| caption =
| director = [[Jacob Verghese]]
| screenplay = Jacob Verghese
| story = [[Radhakrishna Jagarlamudi]]
| based_on = ''[[Gamyam]]'' (2008)
| producer = [[Ramoji Rao]]
| starring = [[Srinagar Kitty]] [[Raghu Mukherjee]] [[Kamalini Mukherjee]] [[Suman Ranganathan]]
| music = [[Manikanth Kadri]] E. S. Murthy
| cinematography = [[R. Velraj]]
| editing = [[A. Sreekar Prasad]]
| studio = [[Ushakiran Movies]] [[Arka Media Works]]
| released = {{Film date|df=yes|2009|4|10}}
| runtime = 140 minutes
| language = Kannada
| country = India
}}

'''''Savari''''' ({{Translation|The Ride}}) is a 2009 Indian [[Kannada language]] [[romantic drama film]] directed by [[Jacob Verghese]] and produced by [[Ramoji Rao]] of [[Ushakiran Movies]] in association with [[Arka Media Works]]. The film stars [[Raghu Mukherjee]], [[Kamalini Mukherjee]] and [[Srinagar Kitty]] in main roles. It is a remake of Telugu film ''[[Gamyam]]'' (2008) directed by [[Radhakrishna Jagarlamudi]].

The film released on 10 April 2009 across Karnataka and upon release, the film generally met with positive reviews from the critics and audience. It was one of the hit films of the year 2009 completing a successful 50 days run in many cinema halls.<ref>{{Cite web |date=27 May 2009 |title=Savaari is a hit |url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/slide-show/slide-show-1-saawari-completes-50-days/20090526.htm |website=[[Rediff.com]] |access-date=31 May 2014 |archive-date=31 May 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140531162447/http://www.rediff.com/movies/slide-show/slide-show-1-saawari-completes-50-days/20090526.htm |url-status=live }}</ref> The film earned 5 Filmfare awards nominations at the [[57th Filmfare Awards South]] in various categories including the Best Film. Kitty was selected for the [[Filmfare Special Award – South|Filmfare Special Jury Award]] for his performance in the film.

In 2014, a sequel to this film titled ''[[Savaari 2]]'' was released which retained the actor [[Srinagar Kitty]] while replacing the other two main roles.

== Plot ==
Abhiram (Raghu) is a rich spoilt brat who believes only in class and hates the company of poor people with low profiles. He is in deep love with Dr. Janaki, an orphan who aims to serve poor people as a doctor and give them proper medication. Though he is in love with her, Abhiram does not like the path traversed by Janaki in helping poor and needy. This breaks their relationship apart and Janaki walks away to remote place on her job. Not able to withstand the agony of separation, Abhiram sets on a journey in finding Janaki again to carry on the relationship. Meanwhile, he meets Gaali Seenu (Kitty), a petty thief who is an expert in robbing the two wheeler vehicles. He strikes a deal with Seenu and further embarks his journey in search of Janaki. En route his search, Abhiram begins to slowly realize the real world and the noble intentions Janaki had in her service. Finally, the lovers meet up and what happens next forms the rest of the story.

== Cast ==
{{Cast listing|
* [[Srinagar Kitty]] as Gaali Seena
* [[Raghu Mukherjee]] as Abhiram
* [[Kamalini Mukherjee]] as Dr. Janaki
* [[Milind Gunaji]]
* [[Suman Ranganathan]]
* [[C. R. Simha]]
* [[H. G. Dattatreya]]
* [[Pavitra Lokesh]]
* [[Lokanath]]
* [[M. N. Lakshmi Devi]]
* [[Dinesh Mangaluru|Dinesh Mangalore]]
* [[Saurav Lokesh (Bhajarangi Loki)|Saurav Lokesh]] as Salman
}}

== Production ==
Jacob Verghese announced his desire to remake the successful Telugu film ''[[Gamyam]]'' as his maiden Kannada venture. He teamed up with [[Ramoji Rao]] from the famous [[Ushakiran Movies]] production and first signed in actress [[Kamalini Mukherjee]] to reprise her original role in this remake version too. He told the reporters that he has only retained the original concept while the narrative pattern is dealt with freshly.<ref>{{Cite web |date=8 April 2009 |title=Kamalini goes head to head with a young brigade |url=http://specials.rediff.com/movies/2009/apr/08sld1-savaari-vs-josh-at-box-office.htm |website=[[Rediff.com]] |access-date=31 May 2014 |archive-date=19 February 2011 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110219090853/http://specials.rediff.com/movies/2009/apr/08sld1-savaari-vs-josh-at-box-office.htm |url-status=live }}</ref> He later roped in Mr. India contest winner [[Raghu Mukherjee]] and [[Srinagar Kitty]] to play the roles of [[Sharwanand]] and [[Allari Naresh]] respectively. The film was shot at the temple town of Kukke Subramanya, Sakleshpur, Kuduremukha and Yadiyur, all in Karnataka state.

== Soundtrack ==
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| name = Savaari
| type = Soundtrack
| artist = [[Manikanth Kadri]] E S Murthy
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| label = [[Anand Audio]]
| producer = Mano Murthy
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The soundtrack totally consists of 6 songs out of which 4 are composed by [[Manikanth Kadri]] and remaining two are by E. S. Murthy. The audio launch was held on 14 March 2009 at a hotel in Bangalore.

Upon release, the soundtrack was popular and was on top of the charts for many weeks. "Marali Mareyagi" and "Ale Aleyo" songs were very well received.

{{tracklist
| headline = Track listing
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| title1 = Ale Ale
| music1 = [[Manikanth Kadri]]
| extra1 = [[Karthik (singer)|Karthik]], [[Rita (Indian singer)|Reeta]]
| lyrics1 = [[Kaviraj (lyricist)|Kaviraj]]
| length1 = 04:49
| title2 = Marali Mareyagi
| music2 = Manikanth Kadri
| extra2 = [[Sadhana Sargam]]
| lyrics2 = [[Sudhir Attavar|Sudheer Attavar]]
| length2 = 04:48
| title3 = Poli Putta
| music3 = Manikanth Kadri
| extra3 = [[Anuradha Bhat]], Manikanth Kadri
| lyrics3 = [[V. Nagendra Prasad]]
| length3 = 04:24
| title4 = Marali Mareyagi
| music4 = Manikanth Kadri
| extra4 = [[Anuradha Bhat]]
| lyrics4 = [[Sudhir Attavar|Sudheer Attavar]]
| length4 = 04:46
| title5 = Bisilu Thaagi
| music5 = E S Murthy
| extra5 = [[Rahul Nambiar]]
| lyrics5 = [[Sudhir Attavar|Sudheer Attavar]]
| length5 = 04:31
| title6 = Rhythm Ide
| music6 = E S Murthy
| extra6 = [[Ranjith (singer)|Ranjith]]
| lyrics6 = [[Sudhir Attavar|Sudheer Attavar]]
| length6 = 04:16
}}

== Reception ==
[[R. G. Vijayasarathy]] of ''[[Rediff.com]]'' scored the film at 3 out of 5 stars and says "The musical work in the film has just complemented the narration, but certainly not top class. Compared to the level of technical supremacy seen in Kannada films recently, neither Welraj's photography nor Srikar's editing can be called exceptional. Savaari could have been a better film yet it is a good entertainer for those who have not seen the original".<ref>{{Cite web |date=10 April 2009 |title=Savaari is engaging |url=http://movies.rediff.com/report/2009/apr/10/review-savaari-is-engaging.htm |url-status=live |website=[[Rediff.com]] |access-date=31 May 2014 |archive-date=31 May 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140531162333/http://movies.rediff.com/report/2009/apr/10/review-savaari-is-engaging.htm }}</ref> A critic from [[The New Indian Express]] wrote "Meanwhile, Abhi goes in search of Janaki. He happens to meet Seena alias Gaali Seenu (Kitty) on the way, a habitual thief. Seenu becomes friendly with Abhi with an intention to steal his motorcycle, but circumstances make Seenu help Abhi. But unfortunately, Seenu falls to Naxalites’ bullets and Abhi reunites with his sweetheart. A well made film, it is sure to appeal to the classes as well as the masses".<ref>{{Cite web |date=22 July 2009 |title=Savari |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2009/Jul/22/savari-69803.html |url-status=live |website=[[The New Indian Express]] |access-date=29 August 2022 |archive-date=29 August 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220829103840/https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2009/jul/22/savari-69803.amp }}</ref> A critic from [[Bangalore Mirror]] wrote "However, the story mostly revolves around the three characters (with Janaki's character for the most part appearing in flashes of recall) who have put up good performances. An interesting film that you would not like to miss".<ref>{{Cite web |date=9 April 2009 |title=Savari: One more for the road |url=https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/reviews/savari-one-more-for-the-road/articleshow/22174459.cms |url-status=live |website=[[Bangalore Mirror]] |access-date=29 August 2022 |archive-date=29 August 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220829103918/https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/reviews/savari-one-more-for-the-road/articleshow/22174459.cms }}</ref> ''[[Deccan Herald]]'' wrote, "''Savari'' is a man’s journey of self discovery. Described delightfully in ''Gamyam'', the same tale pales somewhat in comparison. Yet, ''Savari'' is not without its attractions, [beginning] with Raghu Mukherjee".<ref>{{Cite news |date=11 April 2009 |title=Savari |work=[[Deccan Herald]] |url=http://archive.deccanherald.com/Content/Apr112009/movies20090410129410.asp |url-status=dead |access-date=29 August 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140531143436/http://archive.deccanherald.com/Content/Apr112009/movies20090410129410.asp |archive-date=31 May 2014}}</ref> A critic from ''[[Indo-Asian News Service|IANS]]'' wrote that "''Savaari'' succeeds because of the twists and turns in the second half and refined performances from the major and minor artists".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.indiaforums.com/article/savaari-remade-but-not-rehashed-kannada-film-review_11759|title='Savaari': Remade but not rehashed (Kannada film review)|work=[[Indo-Asian News Service|IANS]]|via=India Forums|date=11 April 2009 |access-date=19 February 2024 }}</ref>

== References ==
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== External links ==
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