Geetha (2019 film)

Geetha is a 2019 Indian Kannada action drama film written and directed by debutant Vijay Naagendra starring Ganesh, Shanvi Srivastava and Prayaga Martin in lead roles. Anup Rubens handle the music for the movie. The film derives its name from 1981 Kannada classic Geetha directed by Shankar Nag, however, the film team has clarified the content is very different and revolves around the famous Gokak Agitation.

Plot
Set against the backdrop of the Gokak Chaluvali (the language rights agitation in the 1980s in Karnataka), this movie tells the story of Akash and Geetha whose paths keep crossing as they bump into each other at different stages of their lives.

Production
The film is a joint venture of Syed Salam Films and Ganesh's home banner Golden Movies. The movie is shot in Kolkata, Manali and Bangalore.

Soundtrack
The film's score and soundtrack is composed by Anup Rubens. The music rights are acquired by Anand Audio.

Reception
A critic of The Times of India rated 3.5 out of 5 and wrote that "With this film, Vijaynaagendra emerges as a promising name, as he has given a heartfelt narrative that strikes the right chords". Shashi Prasad of Deccan Chronicle stated that "To wrap it up, Geetha promises some good memories to cherish in the end". A Sharadhaa of Cinema Express gave 4 stars out of 5 star and noted that "Overall, Geetha' is a perfect amalgam of two beautiful love stories told almost flawlessly".