Raghavendra Stores

Hayavadana (Jaggesh) is in his 40's and extremely desperate to get married. He is even more desperate to consummate the marriage because 40 year old virginity. He works at his father's restaurant which is also into catering. After several rejections, he finally gets married to Vyjayanthi (Shweta Srivatsav), from a traditional family. It is a late marriage and as expected, they struggle to conceive. Parallely, story of an evil politician Kumar eyeing to be a Minister also runs. What all does the couple go through after marriage and how the politician's action gets synced to the couple's lire forms rest of the story.

Director Santosh Ananddram picks a good themed story and also a lasting message. But his issue with overstuffing the screenplay continues with this film as well. The entire sub plot involving the politician simply doesn't sync with the main story. Also, the emotions involving the couple and their family is only on the surface. The conflicts that get highlighted is resolved the very next scene. These things simply downplay everything resulting in the scenes being less effective despite having the potential.

If the film focused solely about the late marriage then it would have been really special. Entire first half is dedicated to the humor around Hayavadana's failed attempt to have sex with his new wife. Somehow the humor doesn't cross the line to be crude. In the second half, relevant issues of infertility due to late marriage is raised and the film truly picks up from here, followed by the surrogacy being opposed by his father.

The film definitely deserved a better screenplay and the tonal shifts should've been taken care off. The comedy is not the hilarious kind, not the cringe kind as well and the melodrama is extensive. Proper balanced screenplay simply would've made this a special film.

Beautifully written movie, very comical first half and emotionally engaging second half. Director Santhosh Anandram comes again with a very good social message. Very authentic backdrop setting gives the movie a fresh and mesmerizing look. The music gives a touching feel for the viewers. The screenplay was on point without any unwanted dialogues. Cinematography was outstanding and the actors have done a very good job. Lead actor Jaggesh was as usual outstanding with his comedy timing and dialogues.

Drawback of the movie is it's comical first half which masks the efforts of the social message the movie tries to convey.

Wanted to view this movie in theatre as I felt there might be something new going by the title and Hombale Production. But somehow, couldn't watch it in theatre and now after watching in Prime, I'm thanking almighty that I could save money, time and also escape the torture.

While watching this movie, I strongly felt that the director is "Vijaya Prasad" and rechecked to confirm that it is indeed Santhosh.

Anyhow all Santhosh's earlier outings were successfull only because of star power, such quality is expected. Now that Powerstar is no more and rocking star is out of his reach, the director somehow convinced hombale to produce. Pulled in Jaggesh and churned out this movie, which is neither comedy nor an adult movie.

Jaggesh, doing what he does best and Dattanna again doing what is given to him. Both great actors are getting stereotyped to such roles now a days. Easy money?

I started watching at home and after 30 minutes, I had to switch it off as it was getting increasingly irritating.

First one hour is all about the "difficulties" Jaggesh is facing to get married. Next 30 mintues is again "challenges" for "first night". Everything is forced and over the head comedy.

At the end, there is a "message" which feels like copy pasted from some other movie.

These type of "star" directors are pulling down the industry and hope production houses like Hombale learn to recognize talents so that we get another "Kantara" type movie.

Saw this movie today with wife.

Good storyline, nice cast, tolerable songs.

Jokes weren't double meaning as u would usually expect in a jaggesh movie.....

As usual jaggesh acting s good. Good comic timing sense he has got. Shed some weight also I guess. He doesn't need any introduction in kannada cinema. He still has good acting/comedy sense. Just needs good stories and team for consistent hits.

Don't compare this movie to his previous movies. Almost zero nudity and doesnt try to impress with just jokes instead has good story/direction with jokes put in-between.

Female lead has done good acting too

Kudos to the director and his team.

The performances in Raghavendra Stores are outstanding across the board.

The film beautifully captures the essence of a small-town setting. Visually, the film captures the essence of the small town with its vibrant color palette and attention to detail. The dialogues are sharp and laced with humor, often evoking genuine laughter from the audience. Raghavendra Stores opts for a slower, more contemplative rhythm, allowing the audience to savor the nuances of the characters and their interactions.

Overall, Raghavendra Stores is a delightful cinematic gem that reminds us to appreciate the little moments in life.