Yogaraj But
Indian Kannada-language film
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Yogaraj But[a] is a 2011 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Dayal Padmanabhan starring Naveen Krishna and Neethu.[1][2]
| Yogaraj But | |
|---|---|
Promotional poster | |
| Directed by | Dayal Padmanabhan |
| Produced by | Dayal Padmanabhan |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | B Rakesh |
| Edited by | Sri (Crazy Mindz) |
| Music by | Milind Dharmasena |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
Yogaraja is a psychology graduate who develops an interest in astrology, believing that people often place more faith in the stars than in human reasoning. Living a cheerful life with his mother and sister, he enjoys helping others and making light of life’s challenges.
His world changes when he meets Sihi, a spirited young woman from Tumkur who is visiting Bangalore for work. Despite their very different backgrounds, Sihi is drawn to Yogaraja’s charm and sincerity. As their friendship grows, Yogaraja decides to propose to her.
Before he can hear her response, Yogaraja is killed in a sudden accident. His soul, unwilling to accept such an untimely death, protests in the afterlife and confronts Lord Yama, the god of death. Moved by his determination, Yama agrees to send Yogaraja back in time to just before the accident, giving him a second chance at life.
The story follows Yogaraja as he navigates this new lease on life, confronting the challenges of fate, love, and the consequences of his choices, all while discovering the deeper meaning of existence.
Cast
- Naveen Krishna as Yogaraja
- Neethu as Sihi
- Suchendra Prasad as Paramatma
- Patre Ajith
- Srinivasa Murthy
- Tharun Sudheer
- Sihi Kahi Chandru
- Shivakumar
- Amith
- A R Babu
- V. Nagendra Prasad
- Michael Madhu
- Kuri Prathap
Music
| Yogaraj But | |
|---|---|
| Soundtrack album by Milind Dharmasena | |
| Released | 2011 |
| Recorded | 2011 |
| Genre | Feature film soundtrack |
| Length | 25:51 |
| Language | Kannada |
| Official audio | |
| Yogaraj But - Full Album on YouTube | |
| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Sunaka Sunana" | Tippu, Chaitra H. G. | 4:44 |
| 2. | "Sukumari" | Vijay Prakash | 5:23 |
| 3. | "Sihiyagide" | Karthik | 5:13 |
| 4. | "Bhagavanta" | Meghana | 5:16 |
| 5. | "Sunaka Sunana" | Naveen Krishna | 4:44 |
| 6. | "Nanu Nanna Kanasu" | Neetoo | 1:11 |
| Total length: | 25:51 | ||
Reception
Critical response
Shruti Indira Lakshminarayan from Rediff.com scored the film at 2 out of 5 stars and says "A fine actor like Sreenivasa Murthy settles for the role of a sanyasi who is meant to be scary, but doesn't quite pull it off. If Tharun Sudheer as the god of death, Yama, is meant to give us goose-bumps, well, he doesn't. Dayal has claimed that this is the best film he has done, but viewers might think that is not saying much".[3] A critic from The New Indian Express wrote "Had the director avoided such incongruous sequences, Yogaraj But would have been a neat and good entertainer. Among the artistes, Neethu has done a decent job. Her gestures and dialogue delivery are good".[4] B S Srivani from Deccan Herald wrote "Milind Dharmasena comes up with two good compositions and cinematographer B Rakesh and team does a good job along with the art department. Yogaraj But... could have been an excellent film but..."[5] Sunayana Suresh from DNA wrote "Just when you think all is well, Yogaraj dies in an accident. The film takes a twist when he convinces ‘God’ to send him back to earth. And there's the indigestible plot that follows through. The film has some good performances from lead actors Naveen and Neettoo".[6] A critic from News18 India wrote "Yogaraj, But is a different type of film. But it is enjoyable to the core, and there is also a thought provoking element in the film. Watch it".[7] A critic from The Times of India scored the film at 3.5 out of 5 stars and says " Naveen Krishna's understated acting and brilliant dialogue-delivery win your heart though it is Neethu who steals the show. Cinematography by B Rakesh is beautiful while Milind Dharmasena's melodious numbers linger in your mind long after the movie is over".[8]
Notes
- The name is a play on words of Yogaraj Bhat.