Jodi Hakki (film)

Jodi Hakki is a 1997 Indian Kannada-language musical romance film written and directed by D. Rajendra Babu, produced  by P. Dhanraj and starring Shiva Rajkumar, Charulatha and Vijayalakshmi.

The film received critical acclaim upon release and won two State awards for screenplay and music. The film has musical score by V. Manohar which is often considered to be one of his best compositions.

The film revolves around a nomadic tribal who unwillingly relocates to the city where he gains popularity as a singer but gets separated from his lover.

Cast

 * Shiva Rajkumar as Maacha / Manoj
 * Charulatha as Laali
 * Vijayalakshmi
 * Harish Rai as Vikki
 * Kishori Ballal
 * Mandeep Roy
 * Shani Mahadevappa
 * Ashok rao
 * Manjunath Hegde
 * Master Santhosh

Soundtrack
The music of the film was composed and lyrics written by V. Manohar. Actor Rajkumar recorded a song "Hara Hara Gange" which became huge hit.

Awards

 * Karnataka State Film Awards
 * 1) Karnataka State Film Award for Best Screenplay – D. Rajendra Babu
 * 2) Karnataka State Film Award for Best Music Director – V. Manohar