'Amrutha Dhare' film review - a film by Nagathihalli starring Ramya and Dyan

Amrutha Dhare comes as a whiff of fresh air amongst the current trend of violent movies. The job of pre-release hype is to create curiosity and a buzz within and outside the industry. And that is exactly did the producer-director Nagathihalli Chandrashekhar for his film with a very simple plot. So, is Amrutha Dhare as scrumptious as its title? Or is it a bitter experience?

Ramya and Dyan in Amrutha Dhare

Amrutha Dhare reminds you of Kannada classic Haalu Jenu in terms of story. And also the English flick Love Story and Hindi's Mili. But the veteran presents the tale stylishly. Still somewhere down the line, you realize that it could've been far more engulfing keeping the nature of this film in mind.

Film mainly deals with the lifestyle, ambitions and hurdles in the life of younger generation with a lot scope for sentimental ingredients. Puru (Dhyan) and Amrutha (Ramya) are the young couple with lots of dreams in their life. She is a spender while he is a stinger. And this difference often leads to squabble but they cant live without each other. Like in any middleclass family, she wants a kid but he wants a house of their own! And finally, Puru presents her a house on her birthday. Just when their dream comes true, there begins the worse. Puru comes to know that Amrutha has brain cancer and cant live long. That comes as an indigestible truth to Puru and he changes his mentality to keep Amrutha happy for the remaining part of her life but without letting her know about it. And the film ends with a tragedy note.

Ramya and Dyan in Amrutha Dhare

First half of the film goes on a slow track with repeated shots like the director's TV serial 'Vatara'! And second half is reserved for sentiment. Image of Amithab Bachan comes throughout the film though his portion of acting is limited to 4 dialogues. The guest appearance gives the impression that its been added, perhaps, to enhance the film's value. The star presence does nothing to elevate the story. However, it's commendable to rope-in such legendary to act in a Kannada movie and the credit should go to Nagathihalli. He also deserves good marks for execution of a few sequences.

Amrutha Dhare clearly belongs to Ramya, who lived the character in every frame. The youngster comes up with a sparkling performance, which is sure to multiply her fan following. Dyan is much better compared to his earlier films and puts in a sincere effort. Another plus of the movie is its music by Mano Murthy. Songs are easy on the ears. The title track is the pick of the lot. Cinematography by Krishnakumar is wonderful. Some of the dialogues and lyrics are well worded and they do register an impact.

On the whole, Amrutha Dhare may not appeal to mass audience but will certainly attract class and family audience.

Direction: Nagathihalli Chandrasekhar
Producer: Nagathihalli Cine Creations
Music: Mano Murthy
Cinematography: Krishna Kumar
Cast: Dyan, Ramya, Amithab Bachan, Bhavya, Avinash, Yashwanth Sardeshpande, Raju Ananthaswamy, Mandya Ramesh, Ganesh, Dayanand, Vijayasarathy etc