Kabaddi
- 2014
- 2h 3m
IMDb RATING
8.2/10
1.9K
YOUR RATING
Kaji a young aimless man dreams of marrying Maiya, a village girl by any means although she wants to go to the city for higher education. Their lives are thrown into turmoil with the arrival... Read allKaji a young aimless man dreams of marrying Maiya, a village girl by any means although she wants to go to the city for higher education. Their lives are thrown into turmoil with the arrival of Bibek, a charming young man from the city.Kaji a young aimless man dreams of marrying Maiya, a village girl by any means although she wants to go to the city for higher education. Their lives are thrown into turmoil with the arrival of Bibek, a charming young man from the city.
- Awards
- 3 wins total
Shishir Bangdel
- Ambir Thakuri
- (as Shisheer Bangdel)
Gobind Rai
- Pardeshi Kancha
- (as Gobinda Rai)
- Director
- Writer
- All cast & crew
- Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
Featured reviews
Like everybody else I'm not a big fan of Nepalese movie but this movie is different,they chose the best acters for each role,my fav,story is simple and real.daya hang dai role was flawless and saugat malla killed his role.great movie
I recently had the pleasure of watching kabbadi and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. This film is a testament to the power of storytelling, combining breathtaking visuals, a compelling narrative, and outstanding performances to create a truly immersive experience.
The direction by [Director's Name] is flawless, with every scene meticulously crafted to draw the audience deeper into the story. The cinematography is nothing short of stunning, with each frame resembling a piece of art. The use of lighting and color enhances the mood and adds depth to the film's themes.
The cast delivers remarkable performances, particularly [Actor's Name], who brings an emotional depth to their role that is both relatable and inspiring. The chemistry between the characters feels genuine, making their journey all the more impactful.
The direction by [Director's Name] is flawless, with every scene meticulously crafted to draw the audience deeper into the story. The cinematography is nothing short of stunning, with each frame resembling a piece of art. The use of lighting and color enhances the mood and adds depth to the film's themes.
The cast delivers remarkable performances, particularly [Actor's Name], who brings an emotional depth to their role that is both relatable and inspiring. The chemistry between the characters feels genuine, making their journey all the more impactful.
This movie is another good example of alternative trends in Nepalese cinema industry. In contrast to traditional stream which is heavily influenced by Bollywood, this movie focuses on typical local story in Nepalese lifestyle. The title "Kabaddi", which literally means a kind of game played between two teams, justifies the story. As the title states, it is a game played between a local tough guy, Kaazi, and an outsider, Bibek, to win over girl Maiyaa. Movie makers have taken an even-handed approach to explain the cause for both parties. The characters chosen seems familiar to a Nepali audience. Enough effort has been made to tell the story in an easy pace so that audience won't feel bored. This movie is a good mix-up of comedy and twists, but rarely splashes the viewers with emotions. Technically, it is a good movie, but it is obviously not a high-tech based movie.
As much as I enjoy Rajesh dai's comical dialogues. This is the way forward for Nepalese movie industry. Cinematography is just lovely, view of Mustang is breathtaking and the screenplay is absolutely amazing.
Acting for Dayahang Rai nothing short of perfect. Dailouges in the movies are so humorous. "dukhi aatma" is my favorite. Movie has everything you could as for in a movie, perfect mix of great screenplay and cinematography.
I will highly recommend this movie to anyone.
Acting for Dayahang Rai nothing short of perfect. Dailouges in the movies are so humorous. "dukhi aatma" is my favorite. Movie has everything you could as for in a movie, perfect mix of great screenplay and cinematography.
I will highly recommend this movie to anyone.
Kabaddi is a Nepalese romantic comedy film with a delicate dose of drama written and directed by Ram Babu Gurung. The film depicts the broken love tale of Kaji (played by Dayahang Rai) and Maiya (portrayed by Rishma Gurung). The film is set in Mustang, and the filmmaker has done an excellent job of capturing the setting's rawness. Every jigsaw piece fits flawlessly to make the movie a landmark in the Nepali film industry. The drama constantly manages to captivate us, whether through catchy tunes, humorous timing, or narrative twists.
In the Kabaddi movie, Kaji (Dayahang Rai) is a young hopeless romantic who really wants to marry Maiya (Rishma Gurung), but Maiya does not want to marry Kaji. She prefers to further her study in the capital. Kaji has proclaimed his love for Maiya countless times, but she never seems to realize it. Maiya is angered by Kaji's actions and constantly finds a way to disappoint him. With the help of his two best friends BK (Bijaya Baral) and Chantyal (Buddhi Tamang), Kaji never gives up on the love of his life, hoping that one day she will embrace his feelings for her.
The soundtrack of this Kabaddi picture is particularly noteworthy, providing some hopeless romantics with a tune to relate to and some joyful individuals with a song to dance and vibe to. The background noises mix in flawlessly with the film without distracting the viewer.
The Kabaddi movie is well worth every cash and minute we commit to it. If you enjoy romantic comedies, we believe this is a must-see.
In the Kabaddi movie, Kaji (Dayahang Rai) is a young hopeless romantic who really wants to marry Maiya (Rishma Gurung), but Maiya does not want to marry Kaji. She prefers to further her study in the capital. Kaji has proclaimed his love for Maiya countless times, but she never seems to realize it. Maiya is angered by Kaji's actions and constantly finds a way to disappoint him. With the help of his two best friends BK (Bijaya Baral) and Chantyal (Buddhi Tamang), Kaji never gives up on the love of his life, hoping that one day she will embrace his feelings for her.
The soundtrack of this Kabaddi picture is particularly noteworthy, providing some hopeless romantics with a tune to relate to and some joyful individuals with a song to dance and vibe to. The background noises mix in flawlessly with the film without distracting the viewer.
The Kabaddi movie is well worth every cash and minute we commit to it. If you enjoy romantic comedies, we believe this is a must-see.
Did you know
- Crazy creditsIn closing credits there is a message that says "We Had Fun Making It; Hope You Enjoyed Watching It."
- ConnectionsReferences Prem Pinda (1995)
Details
- Release date
- Country of origin
- Official site
- Language
- Also known as
- कबड्डी
- Filming locations
- Mustang, Nepal(Village)
- Production companies
- See more company credits at IMDbPro
Box office
- Budget
- NPR 1,500,000 (estimated)
- Runtime
- 2h 3m(123 min)
- Color
Contribute to this page
Suggest an edit or add missing content