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{{Infobox film
{{Infobox film
| name          = Bulbul
| name          = Bulbul
| image          = Bulbul (Kannada) film poster.jpg
| image          = Bulbul (Kannada) film poster.jpg
| caption        = Film poster
| caption        = Theatrical release poster
| director      = [[M. D. Sridhar]]
| director      = [[M. D. Sridhar]]
| based_on      = ''[[Darling (2010 film)|Darling]]'' (Telugu)(2010)
| producer      = Meena Thoogudeepa<br />Srinivas
| producer      = Meena Thoogudeepa<br />Srinivas
| screenplay    = M. D. Shridhar
| screenplay    = M. D. Shridhar
| story          = [[A. Karunakaran]]
| story          = [[A. Karunakaran]]
| starring      = [[Darshan (actor)|Darshan]] <br />[[Ambarish]] <br /> [[Rachita Ram]]
| starring      = [[Darshan (Kannada actor)|Darshan]] <br />[[Ambareesh]] <br /> [[Rachita Ram]]
| music          = [[V. Harikrishna]]
| music          = [[V. Harikrishna]]
| cinematography = A. V. Krishna Kumar
| cinematography = A. V. Krishna Kumar
| editing        = P. R. Sounder Raj
| editing        = P. R. Sounder Raj
| studio        = Thoogudeepa Productions
| studio        = Thoogudeepa Productions
| released      = {{Film date|2013|05|10||df=y}}
| released      = {{Film date|2013|05|10||df=y|ref1=<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/bul-bul-to-release-on-may-10/articleshow/19630509.cms|title=Bul Bul to release on May 10|work=[[The Times of India]]|date=19 April 2013}}</ref>}}
| country        = [[India]]
| country        = India
| language      = Kannada
| language      = Kannada
| budget        = <!--Must be attributed to a reliable published source with an established reputation for fact-checking. No blogs, no IMDb.-->
| budget        = {{INR}} 12 crore<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |title=Sandalwood Report Card |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/bengaluru/2013/dec/30/sandalwood-report-card-557121.html |access-date=2022-06-01 |website=The New Indian Express|date=30 December 2013 }}</ref>
| gross          = <!--Must be attributed to a reliable published source with an established reputation for fact-checking. No blogs, no IMDb.-->
| gross          = {{INR}} 25 crore<ref name=":0" />
}}
}}
'''''Bulbul''''' is a 2013 [[India]]n [[Kannada]]-language [[romantic comedy]] film directed by M. D. Shridhar. It is a partial remake of the Telugu film ''[[Darling (2010 film)|Darling]]'' with the scenes in the flashback inspired from ''[[50 First Dates]]''.<ref>{{cite news |title= Rachita Ram finally selected for 'Bulbul' |url= http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-07-16/news-interviews/32697610_1_deepika-kamaiah-darshan-bulbul |archive-url= https://archive.today/20130216065024/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-07-16/news-interviews/32697610_1_deepika-kamaiah-darshan-bulbul |url-status= dead |archive-date= 16 February 2013 |work= [[The Times of India]] |date= 16 July 2012}}</ref> The film stars [[Darshan (actor)|Darshan]], [[Ambarish]] and debutant [[Rachita Ram]] in lead roles. The music for the film was composed by [[V. Harikrishna]] with lyrics penned by [[Kaviraj (Lyricist)|Kaviraj]].
'''''Bulbul''''' is a 2013 Indian [[Kannada]]-language [[romantic comedy]] film directed by M. D. Shridhar. It is a partial remake of the Telugu film ''[[Darling (2010 film)|Darling]]'' with the scenes in the flashback inspired from ''[[50 First Dates]]''.<ref>{{cite news |title= Rachita Ram finally selected for 'Bulbul' |url= https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/regional/tamil/news-interviews/Rachita-Ram-finally-selected-for-Bulbul/articleshow/15002857.cms |archive-url= https://archive.today/20130216065024/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-07-16/news-interviews/32697610_1_deepika-kamaiah-darshan-bulbul |url-status= live |archive-date= 16 February 2013 |work= [[The Times of India]] |date= 16 July 2012}}</ref> The film stars [[Darshan (Kannada actor)|Darshan]], [[Ambareesh]] and debutant [[Rachita Ram]]. The music for the film was composed by [[V. Harikrishna]] with lyrics penned by [[Kaviraj (Lyricist)|Kaviraj]]. The film's title is based on a song of the same name from ''[[Gaja (film)|Gaja]]'' (2008). The film released theatrically on 10 May 2013, It was the [[List of highest-grossing Kannada films|highest grossing Kannada film]] of 2013.<ref name=":0"/>


==Plot==
==Plot==
Amarnath and his college friends organize a reunion after several years . Amarnath lives with his wife, Chitra and son, Vijay(who in fact is his closest friend). Vijay is in love with his childhood friend, Kaveri daughter of Amar's friend Vishwanath(settled in Switzerland) who doesn't show much liking towards Vijay. Meanwhile Vijay manages to save Nisha during a [[drag racing]] competition from a rival gang resulting in she falling for him. However he refuses to accept her love as he considers her as a good friend. Nisha attempts suicide but manages to survive. Nisha's father kidnaps Vijay's friends and in order to save them he fakes a love story. He manages to fool them by narrating the story of Kaveri, his lover who landed in a comatose state because of him (inspired by 50 First Dates).
Amarnath and his college friends organize a reunion after several years. Amarnath lives with his wife, Chitra and son, Vijay, who is also his closest friend. Vijay is in love with his childhood friend, Kaveri daughter of Amar's friend Vishwanath (settled in Switzerland) who doesn't show much affinity towards Vijay. Meanwhile, Vijay manages to save Nisha during a [[drag racing]] competition from a rival gang, resulting in her falling for him. However he refuses to accept her love as he considers her a good friend. Nisha attempts suicide but manages to survive. Nisha's father kidnaps Vijay's friends and in order to save them he fakes a love story. He manages to fool them by narrating the story of Kaveri, his lover who landed in a comatose state because of him (inspired by 50 First Dates).


Vijay tries hard to impress Kaveri during the reunion all his efforts
Vijay tries hard to impress Kaveri during the reunion, but his efforts fail because of her younger brother and his father's friend Appa Rao's son, Rishi. Rishi is in the good books of Vishwanath and also has feelings for Kaveri. Meanwhile, Vijay succeeds in uniting Priya, daughter of Amar's friend Ramesh with her lover, which impresses Kaveri. Slowly, as ice starts to melt between them, Nisha realises the truth and swears to seek revenge. Rishi's friend tries to kill Vijay, resulting in Amar getting an electric shock. An angry Vijay who discovers the truth thrashes Rishi and his friends much to the agitation of Amar who asks his son to leave the house. Before leaving, his mother reveals to him that Vishwanath wishes to get Kaveri married to Rishi and knowing that Vijay's presence is a possible threat to this decision and also to consolidate their friendship Amar uses the fight as an opportunity to banish Vijay. Vijay happily accepts his father's decision and leaves the house. He comes across Kaveri who reciprocates his love. But he walks away without mentioning anything. A crestfallen Kaveri who returns to the house finds that her marriage with Rishi has been fixed. However, Kaveri proclaiming her love for Vijay refuses to accept Rishi. Vishwanath understanding his mistake decides to choose Vijay as his son-in-law. Nisha's father arrives at this occasion and kidnaps Kaveri. Amar picks up Vijay who was waiting at the bus stop and takes him to the gangster's hideout. Vijay manages to overpower them and reunite with Kaveri and his family.
worthless due to her younger brother and his father's friend Appa Rao's son, Rishi. Rishi is in good books of Vishwanath and also has feelings for Kaveri. Meanwhile Vijay succeeds in uniting Priya, daughter of Amar's friend Ramesh with her lover which impresses Kaveri. Slowly as ice starts to melt between them Nisha comes to know the truth and swears to seek revenge. Rishi's friend tries to kill Vijay resulting in Amar getting an electric shock. An angry Vijay who discovers the truth thrashes Rishi and his friends much to the agitation of Amar who asks his son to leave the house. Before leaving, his mother reveals that Vishwanath wished to marry Kaveri to Rishi and knowing that Vijay's presence is a possible threat to this decision and also to consolidate their friendship Amar uses the fight as an opportunity to banish Vijay. Vijay happily accepting his father's decision leaves the house. He comes across Kaveri who reciprocates his love. But he walks away without mentioning anything. A crestfallen Kaveri who returns to the house finds that her marriage with Rishi has been fixed. However Kaveri proclaiming her love for Vijay refuses to accept Rishi. Vishwanath understanding his mistake decides to choose Vijay as his son-in-law. Nisha's father arrives at this occasion and kidnaps Kaveri. Amar picks up Vijay who was waiting in the bus stop and takes him to the gangstar's hideout. Vijay manages to overpower them and reunite with Kaveri and his family.


==Cast==
==Cast==
* [[Darshan (actor)|Darshan]] as Vijay
{{cast listing|
* [[Ambarish]] as Amarnath
* [[Darshan (Kannada actor)|Darshan]] as Vijay
* [[Ambareesh]] as Amarnath
* [[Rachita Ram]] as Kaveri
* [[Rachita Ram]] as Kaveri
* [[Ramya Berna]] as Nisha
* [[Ramya Berna]] as Nisha
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* Spoorthi as Priya  
* Spoorthi as Priya  
* [[Chikkanna]] as Chikka
* [[Chikkanna]] as Chikka
*Haridas.G.
* Haridas G.
*
* Bahubali  
*Bahubali  
* Stunt Siddu  
*Stunt Siddu  
* Ramesh Babu
*Ramesh Babu  
}}


==Filming==
==Production==
The official shooting of the film began on 28 December 2012 at the [[Bengaluru International Airport]] with few scenes featuring actor [[Pradeep Rawat (actor)|Pradeep Rawat]] at the Jade Gardens near the airport. However it was disrupted following a scuffle between the crew members and Rawat. Further it resumed with actor [[Sharath Lohitashwa]] replacing Rawat<ref>{{cite news |title= Bollywood villain plays spoilsport at Sandalwood shoot |url= http://www.bangaloremirror.com/bangalore/others/Bollywood-villain-plays-spoilsport-at-Sandalwood-shoot/articleshow/21257619.cms? |work= Bangalore Mirror|date= 28 December 2012}}</ref>


===Casting===
===Casting===
The producer wanted to bring back both Darshan and [[Ramya]] after 6 years, but Ramya opted out of the project.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://ibnlive.in.com/news/actress-ramya-opts-out-of-md-sridhars-bulbul/266516-71-205.html | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130801005936/http://ibnlive.in.com/news/actress-ramya-opts-out-of-md-sridhars-bulbul/266516-71-205.html | url-status=dead | archive-date=1 August 2013 | title= Actress Ramya opts out of MD Sridhar's 'Bulbul' | date=17 June 2012}}</ref> Actor [[Ambarish]] was signed to play the father role to Darshan. Bollywood actor [[Pradeep Rawat (actor)|Pradeep Rawat]] was originally the main antagonist. However, he was dropped out, following a minor scuffle during the shoot and [[Sharath Lohitashwa]] was replaced instead.<ref>http://www.bangaloremirror.com/bangalore/others/Bollywood-villain-plays-spoilsport-at-Sandalwood-shoot/articleshow/21257619.cms?</ref>
The producer wanted to bring back both Darshan and [[Ramya (actress)|Ramya]] after 6 years, but Ramya opted out of the project.<ref>{{cite news| url=http://ibnlive.in.com/news/actress-ramya-opts-out-of-md-sridhars-bulbul/266516-71-205.html | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130801005936/http://ibnlive.in.com/news/actress-ramya-opts-out-of-md-sridhars-bulbul/266516-71-205.html | url-status=dead | archive-date=1 August 2013 | title= Actress Ramya opts out of MD Sridhar's 'Bulbul' | date=17 June 2012}}</ref> Actor [[Ambareesh]] was signed to play the father role to Darshan. Bollywood actor [[Pradeep Rawat (actor)|Pradeep Rawat]] was originally the main antagonist. However, he was dropped out, following a minor scuffle during the shoot and [[Sharath Lohitashwa]] was replaced instead. The film is produced by Meena Thoogudeepa Srinivas.


The film is produced by Dinakar Toogudeep.
=== Filming ===
The official shooting of the film began on 28 December 2012 at the [[Bengaluru International Airport]] with few scenes featuring actor [[Pradeep Rawat (actor)|Pradeep Rawat]] at the Jade Gardens near the airport. However it was disrupted following a scuffle between the crew members and Rawat. It resumed with actor [[Sharath Lohitashwa]] replacing Rawat.<ref>{{cite news |title= Bollywood villain plays spoilsport at Sandalwood shoot |url= https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/bangalore/others/Bollywood-villain-plays-spoilsport-at-Sandalwood-shoot/articleshow/21257619.cms |work= [[Bangalore Mirror]] |date= 28 December 2012}}</ref> Shooting also took place in Goa.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/darshan-shoots-for-bulbul-in-goa/articleshow/18368544.cms|title=Darshan shoots for Bulbul in Goa|work=[[The Times of India]]|date=6 February 2013}}</ref> On 21 February 2013, filming been completed.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/bul-bul-shoot-is-complete/articleshow/18610220.cms|title=Bul Bul shoot is complete|work=[[The Times of India]]|date=21 February 2013}}</ref>


==Release==
==Soundtrack==
The film made its theatrical release across Karnataka in over 180 cinema halls on 10 May 2013.<ref>{{cite news |title= Bulbul to release in 160-plus theatres |url= http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-05-06/news-interviews/39063657_1_film-elections-mandya-constituency |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20130510052250/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-05-06/news-interviews/39063657_1_film-elections-mandya-constituency |url-status= dead |archive-date= 10 May 2013 |date= 6 May 2013 |work= [[The Times of India]] |access-date= 16 May 2013}}</ref>


==Soundtrack==
The soundtrack of the album was released on 10 February 2013.
{{Infobox album
{{Infobox album
| name       = Bulbul
| name         = Bulbul
| type       = soundtrack
| type         = Soundtrack
| artist     = [[V. Harikrishna]]
| artist       = [[V. Harikrishna]]  
| cover     =
| cover       =  
| alt       =
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| released   = 10 February 2013
| released     = 2013
| recorded   =
| recorded     = 2013
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| studio     =
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| genre     = [[Film soundtrack|Feature film soundtrack]]
| genre       = [[Feature film soundtrack]]
| length     =
| length       = 24:22
| language   = [[Kannada language|Kannada]]
| language     = Kannada  
| label     = D Beats
| label       =  
| producer   =
| producer     = [[V. Harikrishna]]
| prev_title =
| prev_title   =  
| prev_year =
| prev_year   = 2012
| next_title =
| year        = 2014
| next_year  =
| next_title   =  
| next_year   = 2013
| misc        = {{external music video| header = Official audio
|{{YouTube| luCrpBbqOrQ| Bulbul - Full Album}}
}}
}}
}}


{{Track listing
{{Track listing
| total_length  =
| all_lyrics = [[Kaviraj (lyricist)|Kaviraj]]
| extra_column = Singers
| headline = Track listing
| title1       = Hoo Chendu
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| lyrics1      = kaviraj
| total_length = 24:22
| extra1       = [[V. Harikrishna]]
| title1 = Hoo Chendu
| length1       =
| extra1 = [[V. Harikrishna]]
| title2       = Jagadalliro
| length1 = 4:18
| lyrics2      =
| title2 = Jagadalliro
| extra2       = [[Sonu Nigam]]
| extra2 = [[Sonu Nigam]]
| length2       =
| length2 = 4:07
| title3       = Junior Senior
| title3 = Junior Senior
| extra3       = [[Tippu (singer)|Tippu]], [[S. P. Balasubramanyam]]
| extra3 = [[S. P. Balasubrahmanyam]], [[Tippu (singer)|Tippu]]
| lyrics3      =
| length3 = 4:08
| length3       =
| title4 = Nille Nille  
| title4       = Nille Nille Kaveri
| extra4 = [[Hemanth Kumar]]
| extra4       = [[Hemanth Kumar]]
| length4 = 4:16
| lyrics4      =
| title5 = Ondu Sanje
| length4       =
| extra5 = [[Karthik (singer)|Karthik]]
| title5       = Ondu Sanje
| length5 = 3:57
| extra5       = [[Karthik (singer)|Karthik]]
| title6 = Nille Nille ( Reprise version)
| lyrics5      =
| extra6 = Tippu  
| length5       =
| length6 = 4:16
| title6       = Nille Nille Kaveri
| extra6       = Tippu
| lyrics6      =
| length6       =
}}
}}
==Release==
The film made its theatrical release across Karnataka in over 180 cinema halls on 10 May 2013.<ref>{{cite news |title= Bulbul to release in 160-plus theatres |url= http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-05-06/news-interviews/39063657_1_film-elections-mandya-constituency |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20130510052250/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2013-05-06/news-interviews/39063657_1_film-elections-mandya-constituency |url-status= dead |archive-date= 10 May 2013 |date= 6 May 2013 |work= [[The Times of India]] |access-date= 16 May 2013}}</ref>
==Reception==
A critic from ''[[The Times of India]]'' scored the film at 4 out of 5 stars and says "Darshan for his marvellous and lively performance. Ambareesh steals the show with his graceful performance. Rachita Ram is amazing with her dialogue delivery, body language and excellent expressions. V Harikrishna has given some excellent tunes to the lyrics of Kaviraj. Krishnakumar’s cinematography is amazing".<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movie-reviews/bul-bul/movie-review/19993546.cms?from=mdr|title=BUL BUL MOVIE REVIEW|work=[[The Times of India]]|date=14 May 2016}}</ref> A Sharadhaa from [[The New Indian Express]] wrote "Cinematographer AV Krishna Kumar has explored good locations in Switzerland. Action by Ravi Varma needs a special mention. There could have been a little more effort at the editing desk. The Verdict: Forget the story, watch for the mass entertainment and don't miss the magic treat of Darshan and Ambareesh".<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2013/May/11/bulbul-kannada-476179.html|title='Bulbul' (Kannada)|work=[[The New Indian Express]]|date=11 May 2013}}</ref> B S Srivani from [[Deccan Herald]] wrote "Star just like in  Veera Parampare with Sudeep — just to savour their acting prowess, but that is not to be. Was one of them underutilised here? No complaints when the Bul Bul finally makes the hero’s heart her nest".<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.deccanherald.com/amp/content/331635/childhood-love-returns-nourished.html|title=Childhood love returns nourished|work=[[Deccan Herald]]|date=11 May 2013}}</ref> A critic from [[Bangalore Mirror]] wrote  "Though the pair of Darshan and newbie Richi Ram looks out of sync in parts, the latter looks bubbly. On the flipside, the story is a bit clichéd, with too many make-believe scenes. A family entertainer, it’s definitely a big treat for Darshan fans".<ref>{{cite web|url=https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/reviews/bulbul-matadakilva-the-baton-passes/articleshow/21196058.cms|title=Bulbul Matadakilva: The baton passes|work=[[Bangalore Mirror]]|date=10 May 2013}}</ref>
==Box office==
The makers claimed the movie crossed the collections of ''[[Saarathi]]'' and would be the first Kannada movie to gross ₹50 crores <ref>{{cite web | url=https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/south-masala/bulbul-still-on-a-song/articleshow/21179255.cms | title=Bulbul still on a song }}</ref> in spite of the fact that ''[[Mungaru Male]]'' had grossed ₹50 crores more than half a decade earlier.<ref>{{cite web | url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/did-you-know/did-you-know-mungaru-male-was-the-first-film-to-cross-rs-50-crore-at-the-box-office-as-well-as-run-for-a-year-in-a-multiplex/articleshow/75402151.cms | title=Did you know? 'Mungaru Male' was the first film to cross Rs 50 crore at the box office as well as run for a year in a multiplex | work=The Times of India | date=27 April 2020 }}</ref> However, 6 months later, contrary to the claim made by the makers, reports emerged that the movie had grossed only ₹25 crores.<ref name=":0"/><ref>{{cite web | url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/bul-bul-towards-50-days/articleshow/20684044.cms | title=Bul Bul towards 50 days | work=The Times of India | date=20 June 2013 }}</ref>


==References==
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Bulbul
Theatrical release poster
Directed byM. D. Sridhar
Produced byMeena Thoogudeepa
Srinivas
Screenplay byM. D. Shridhar
Story byA. Karunakaran
Based onDarling (Telugu)(2010)
StarringDarshan
Ambareesh
Rachita Ram
Music byV. Harikrishna
CinematographyA. V. Krishna Kumar
Edited byP. R. Sounder Raj
Production
company
Thoogudeepa Productions
Release date
  • 10 May 2013 (2013-05-10)[1]
CountryIndia
LanguageKannada
Budget 12 crore[2]
Box office 25 crore[2]

Bulbul is a 2013 Indian Kannada-language romantic comedy film directed by M. D. Shridhar. It is a partial remake of the Telugu film Darling with the scenes in the flashback inspired from 50 First Dates.[3] The film stars Darshan, Ambareesh and debutant Rachita Ram. The music for the film was composed by V. Harikrishna with lyrics penned by Kaviraj. The film's title is based on a song of the same name from Gaja (2008). The film released theatrically on 10 May 2013, It was the highest grossing Kannada film of 2013.[2]

Plot[edit | edit source]

Amarnath and his college friends organize a reunion after several years. Amarnath lives with his wife, Chitra and son, Vijay, who is also his closest friend. Vijay is in love with his childhood friend, Kaveri daughter of Amar's friend Vishwanath (settled in Switzerland) who doesn't show much affinity towards Vijay. Meanwhile, Vijay manages to save Nisha during a drag racing competition from a rival gang, resulting in her falling for him. However he refuses to accept her love as he considers her a good friend. Nisha attempts suicide but manages to survive. Nisha's father kidnaps Vijay's friends and in order to save them he fakes a love story. He manages to fool them by narrating the story of Kaveri, his lover who landed in a comatose state because of him (inspired by 50 First Dates).

Vijay tries hard to impress Kaveri during the reunion, but his efforts fail because of her younger brother and his father's friend Appa Rao's son, Rishi. Rishi is in the good books of Vishwanath and also has feelings for Kaveri. Meanwhile, Vijay succeeds in uniting Priya, daughter of Amar's friend Ramesh with her lover, which impresses Kaveri. Slowly, as ice starts to melt between them, Nisha realises the truth and swears to seek revenge. Rishi's friend tries to kill Vijay, resulting in Amar getting an electric shock. An angry Vijay who discovers the truth thrashes Rishi and his friends much to the agitation of Amar who asks his son to leave the house. Before leaving, his mother reveals to him that Vishwanath wishes to get Kaveri married to Rishi and knowing that Vijay's presence is a possible threat to this decision and also to consolidate their friendship Amar uses the fight as an opportunity to banish Vijay. Vijay happily accepts his father's decision and leaves the house. He comes across Kaveri who reciprocates his love. But he walks away without mentioning anything. A crestfallen Kaveri who returns to the house finds that her marriage with Rishi has been fixed. However, Kaveri proclaiming her love for Vijay refuses to accept Rishi. Vishwanath understanding his mistake decides to choose Vijay as his son-in-law. Nisha's father arrives at this occasion and kidnaps Kaveri. Amar picks up Vijay who was waiting at the bus stop and takes him to the gangster's hideout. Vijay manages to overpower them and reunite with Kaveri and his family.

Cast[edit | edit source]

Production[edit | edit source]

Casting[edit | edit source]

The producer wanted to bring back both Darshan and Ramya after 6 years, but Ramya opted out of the project.[4] Actor Ambareesh was signed to play the father role to Darshan. Bollywood actor Pradeep Rawat was originally the main antagonist. However, he was dropped out, following a minor scuffle during the shoot and Sharath Lohitashwa was replaced instead. The film is produced by Meena Thoogudeepa Srinivas.

Filming[edit | edit source]

The official shooting of the film began on 28 December 2012 at the Bengaluru International Airport with few scenes featuring actor Pradeep Rawat at the Jade Gardens near the airport. However it was disrupted following a scuffle between the crew members and Rawat. It resumed with actor Sharath Lohitashwa replacing Rawat.[5] Shooting also took place in Goa.[6] On 21 February 2013, filming been completed.[7]

Soundtrack[edit | edit source]

Bulbul
Soundtrack album by
Released2013
Recorded2013
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length24:22
LanguageKannada
ProducerV. Harikrishna
Official audio
luCrpBbqOrQ Bulbul - Full Album at YouTube

All lyrics are written by Kaviraj.

Track listing
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Hoo Chendu"V. Harikrishna4:18
2."Jagadalliro"Sonu Nigam4:07
3."Junior Senior" S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, Tippu4:08
4."Nille Nille" Hemanth Kumar4:16
5."Ondu Sanje"Karthik3:57
6."Nille Nille ( Reprise version)"Tippu4:16
Total length:24:22

Release[edit | edit source]

The film made its theatrical release across Karnataka in over 180 cinema halls on 10 May 2013.[8]

Reception[edit | edit source]

A critic from The Times of India scored the film at 4 out of 5 stars and says "Darshan for his marvellous and lively performance. Ambareesh steals the show with his graceful performance. Rachita Ram is amazing with her dialogue delivery, body language and excellent expressions. V Harikrishna has given some excellent tunes to the lyrics of Kaviraj. Krishnakumar’s cinematography is amazing".[9] A Sharadhaa from The New Indian Express wrote "Cinematographer AV Krishna Kumar has explored good locations in Switzerland. Action by Ravi Varma needs a special mention. There could have been a little more effort at the editing desk. The Verdict: Forget the story, watch for the mass entertainment and don't miss the magic treat of Darshan and Ambareesh".[10] B S Srivani from Deccan Herald wrote "Star just like in  Veera Parampare with Sudeep — just to savour their acting prowess, but that is not to be. Was one of them underutilised here? No complaints when the Bul Bul finally makes the hero’s heart her nest".[11] A critic from Bangalore Mirror wrote  "Though the pair of Darshan and newbie Richi Ram looks out of sync in parts, the latter looks bubbly. On the flipside, the story is a bit clichéd, with too many make-believe scenes. A family entertainer, it’s definitely a big treat for Darshan fans".[12]

Box office[edit | edit source]

The makers claimed the movie crossed the collections of Saarathi and would be the first Kannada movie to gross ₹50 crores [13] in spite of the fact that Mungaru Male had grossed ₹50 crores more than half a decade earlier.[14] However, 6 months later, contrary to the claim made by the makers, reports emerged that the movie had grossed only ₹25 crores.[2][15]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. "Bul Bul to release on May 10". The Times of India. 19 April 2013.
  2. 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 "Sandalwood Report Card". The New Indian Express. 30 December 2013. Retrieved 1 June 2022.
  3. "Rachita Ram finally selected for 'Bulbul'". The Times of India. 16 July 2012.{{cite news}}: CS1 maint: deprecated archival service (link)
  4. "Actress Ramya opts out of MD Sridhar's 'Bulbul'". 17 June 2012. Archived from the original on 1 August 2013.
  5. "Bollywood villain plays spoilsport at Sandalwood shoot". Bangalore Mirror. 28 December 2012.
  6. "Darshan shoots for Bulbul in Goa". The Times of India. 6 February 2013.
  7. "Bul Bul shoot is complete". The Times of India. 21 February 2013.
  8. "Bulbul to release in 160-plus theatres". The Times of India. 6 May 2013. Archived from the original on 10 May 2013. Retrieved 16 May 2013.
  9. "BUL BUL MOVIE REVIEW". The Times of India. 14 May 2016.
  10. "'Bulbul' (Kannada)". The New Indian Express. 11 May 2013.
  11. "Childhood love returns nourished". Deccan Herald. 11 May 2013.
  12. "Bulbul Matadakilva: The baton passes". Bangalore Mirror. 10 May 2013.
  13. "Bulbul still on a song".
  14. "Did you know? 'Mungaru Male' was the first film to cross Rs 50 crore at the box office as well as run for a year in a multiplex". The Times of India. 27 April 2020.
  15. "Bul Bul towards 50 days". The Times of India. 20 June 2013.

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