Avanirabekittu Kannada movie review , songs , trailer

Director Ashok N Samrat makes a striking debut with Avanirabekittu, a Kannada suspense drama that blends reallife relevance with cinematic flair. Inspired by a true incident of identity theft, the film is a gripping exploration of paranoia, betrayal, and the fragile nature of trust in the digital age.

The story follows Dev (Bharath Hassan), a man whose life spirals into chaos after his identity is stolen. What begins as a desperate attempt to sell a preowned car online quickly escalates into a bizarre kidnapping plot. Dev abducts Bhagya (Sowmya John), a former colleague, and demands ransom from Kotiyamma, who mistakes Bhagya for her husband. As the narrative unfolds through Dev’s confessions at an automobile garage, layers of deceit, past betrayals, and corporate exploitation are revealed. The film keeps viewers guessing: Who is the real villain? Who is Theertha?  Bharath Hassan as Dev delivers a standout performance, balancing vulnerability and menace with finesse. Sowmya John as Bhagya is equally compelling, especially in confrontational scenes. Her recurring line “Avanirabekittu” (“He should have been”) becomes a haunting refrain. Prashanth Siddi, Kiran Naik, Lakshmi Devamma, Jai Simha, and Manjunath A.P. round out the cast with memorable supporting roles, adding humor and emotional weight. Ashok N Samrat’s direction is confident and layered. He adapts a complex reallife issue into a cinematic narrative without losing emotional depth. The screenplay is nonlinear, unfolding through flashbacks and garageside storytelling, which adds intrigue. While the film occasionally meanders, it regains momentum with welltimed twists. Music by Lokii Tavasya is a highlight. Songs like “Andakalattile” (sung by Vijay Prakash and Arfaz Ullal) and “Oho Hrudaya” are melodious and emotionally resonant. Cinematography by Devraj Poojary captures both the gritty realism of urban garages and the emotional tension of confined spaces. Choreography by Rahul Raghu adds flair, especially in the dance sequences that break the tension without feeling out of place.

In a digital world, losing your ID can mean losing your life’s stability. Sometimes, victims must become their own investigators. The film subtly critiques how society treats those caught in bureaucratic errors. The narrative reminds us that every story has multiple sides—and not all villains wear masks.

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