| O Kala | |
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| Directed by | Deepak Kolipaka |
| Written by | Deepak Kolipaka |
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| Cinematography | Akhil Velluri |
| Edited by | Satya Giduturi |
| Music by | Neelesh Mandalapu |
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Running time | 120 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Telugu |
O Kala is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language drama film written and directed by Deepak Kolipaka. The film was produced by Aditya Reddy Kamineni, Ranjith Kumar Kodali and Navya Mahesh M under the banner of Aham Azmi Films and Eternity Entertainment. It features Roshni Sahota and Gourish Yeleti in lead roles.[1][2] The film was released on Disney+ Hotstar on 13 April 2023.[3]
Plot
Harika is an MBA graduate who starts an advertising company with the aim of creating employment opportunities. Although her business initially shows promise, financial difficulties and betrayal by her fiancé, Sharan, leave her company facing bankruptcy. Overwhelmed by these setbacks, Harika falls into depression and considers ending her life. At this critical moment, she encounters Harsha, a stranger who helps her reconsider her situation. As their paths cross, Harika begins to confront her emotional struggles and discover a different perspective on life. The film explores themes of depression, resilience, personal setbacks, and the importance of hope during difficult times.
Cast
- Roshni Sahota as Harika
- Gourish Yeleti as Harsha
- Prachi Thakker as Pratyusha
Production
The first look poster of the film was released on 9 May 2022 in the presence of S. S. Rajamouli.[4] The principal photography of the film started in 2022.[2][1]
Soundtrack
| Aseq | |
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| Soundtrack album by Neelesh Mandalapu | |
| Released | 2023 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 17:20 |
| Language | Hindi |
| Label | Aditya Music[5] |
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| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length | ||||||
| 1. | "Entha Sokugadu" | Hemachandra Vedala | 3:56 | ||||||
| 2. | "O Kala" | Chinmayee Sripada | 5:41 | ||||||
| 3. | "Selayeti" | Nikhita Gandhi, Abhay Jodhpurkar, Arun Kaundinya | 4:15 | ||||||
| 4. | "Tholimanchule" | Abhay Jodhpurkar, Wrisha Dutta | 3:28 | ||||||
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17:20 | ||||||||
Reception
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| OTT Play[9] |
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References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Roshni Sahota: After Patiala Babes, I was sure that I only want to play lead roles on TV or in films". The Times of India. 16 May 2022.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Gourish Yeleti Set for Movie Debut with 'O Kala'". 28 May 2022.
- ↑ "O Kala's OTT release: Roshni Sahhota shines in the social drama that is streaming on Hotstar".
- ↑ "O kala Movie First Look Launch Event".
- ↑ "O Kala - All Songs - Download or Listen Free - JioSaavn". 30 May 2022.
- ↑ "O Kala Telugu Movie Review". 16 April 2023.
- ↑ "'ఓ కల' రివ్యూ : డిప్రెషన్కు ఆత్మహత్యే పరిష్కారం కాదని చెప్పే సినిమా!". 14 April 2023.
- ↑ "O Kala Movie Review: ఓ కల (డిస్నీ ప్లస్ హాట్ స్టార్)". 13 April 2023.
- ↑ "O Kala Movie Review: A sensible drama with good visuals and able performances".
External links
- O Kala on IMDb
- O Kala on Disney+ Hotstar