Amar (2019 film)

Amar is a 2019 Indian Kannada romantic action film directed by Nagashekar and produced by Sandesh Nagaraj under Sandesh Productions banner. The film stars Abhishek Ambareesh, son of veteran actor Ambareesh, making his acting debut and Tanya Hope in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Devaraj, Sudharani, Chikkanna and Sadhu Kokila. Actor Darshan features in a guest role besides Anup Bhandari and Rachita Ram in special appearances.

The principal photography began on 28 May 2018 and the filming is set to be held in and around Bengaluru and Switzerland. The technical crew members for the film include Arjun Janya as the music composer, Satya Hegde as the cinematographer and Deepu S. Kumar as the editor.

Plot
Amarnath (Abhishek), a happy-go-lucky youth, lives with his father (Deepak Shetty) and mother. Amar befriends Bobby then joins her and her team on the Saving Nature mission and eventually falls in love with her.

Bobby's father (Devaraj) decides to marry her to a businessman, Darshan's brother (Anup Bhandari). Amar breaks up with her, she leaves him heartbroken. After some years, he finds her and tries to convince her. In the climax, they reunite with the help of Darshan.

Production
The film marked the acting debut of Abhishek, son of Ambareesh. The filming was held in Bengaluru and Switzerland.

Soundtrack
Arjun Janya is set to compose the score and soundtrack for the film. Reportedly, the title song of Abhishek's father Ambareesh starrer Olavina Udugore (1987) has been recreated in the film. The song "Marethuhoyithe" shot in Switzerland was a huge hit and was choreographed by B. Dhananjay.

Release
The film was released in 300 theatres across Karnataka. The film received negative reviews from critics and audiences alike and performed average.