Story is good. Over all acting is nice, screenplay is slow and climax should be different. This was boring some time.
28 Reviews
Good movie
hmaravind-246053 June 2021
Didn't feel like a thriller
nayanagm25 April 2021
Characters lack depth and story is incoherent
rohitreviews12 May 2021
None of the characters you would root for as you don't truly care for their needs, except the lead actress if you call. All others are just there for the prop. And the second half narration gives a different perspective which seems just there to show what happened and comes across not really a needed impact. Ending too is predictable for that situation and seemed forced.
And what truly annoyed me were songs. Though it's good but why? I mean why are you you adding songs. That too a modern rendition of Janapada singing. The songs no doubt is good but trying to fuse it in this makes it seem acting smart to say as if "Look this is art cinema" as such. It genuinely feels pointless. And the modern take on japaada though is good but if you over do it, it becomes unfit for films. It's like going to a restaurant based on a theme of village and while you order brew filter coffee which comes in traditional ways but your orders are all Chinese or Italian pizza kind of pretentious. The whole movie when I kept hearing the songs felt extremely like those pretentious outwardly looking traditional restaurants where it's just for show off, not genuinely traditional. And each order is quite expensive and just all fluff but no substance kind. Even acting at times feels bad.
The movie because of that might leave a bad taste to you if you truly love art films or something like looking for hardcore thriller, because it's neither here nor there kind. As though filmmaker wanted to prove I'm super good sort of and each one were over doing it. The songs truly annoyed me to the core even though separately it is good to hear.
It could have been a good movie if they worked on the character development and kept it just genuine, simple rather than trying too hard to be thriller and also artsy. Most filmmakers do that, even in Tamil cinema, and Malayalam cinema they do this. Like hugely influenced filmmakers of here and there world cinema and they try to show off and its like half baked attempt. Might sound harsh comment, but truly, be yourself when telling story things will come out truly amazing.
And what truly annoyed me were songs. Though it's good but why? I mean why are you you adding songs. That too a modern rendition of Janapada singing. The songs no doubt is good but trying to fuse it in this makes it seem acting smart to say as if "Look this is art cinema" as such. It genuinely feels pointless. And the modern take on japaada though is good but if you over do it, it becomes unfit for films. It's like going to a restaurant based on a theme of village and while you order brew filter coffee which comes in traditional ways but your orders are all Chinese or Italian pizza kind of pretentious. The whole movie when I kept hearing the songs felt extremely like those pretentious outwardly looking traditional restaurants where it's just for show off, not genuinely traditional. And each order is quite expensive and just all fluff but no substance kind. Even acting at times feels bad.
The movie because of that might leave a bad taste to you if you truly love art films or something like looking for hardcore thriller, because it's neither here nor there kind. As though filmmaker wanted to prove I'm super good sort of and each one were over doing it. The songs truly annoyed me to the core even though separately it is good to hear.
It could have been a good movie if they worked on the character development and kept it just genuine, simple rather than trying too hard to be thriller and also artsy. Most filmmakers do that, even in Tamil cinema, and Malayalam cinema they do this. Like hugely influenced filmmakers of here and there world cinema and they try to show off and its like half baked attempt. Might sound harsh comment, but truly, be yourself when telling story things will come out truly amazing.
Outstanding film with seamless narration
marsum-374967 May 2021
Warning: Spoilers
I was tired of watching other language films with subtitles, my heart was craving for a complete movie of the language which I can understand, Arishadvarga satisfied my desire !!
It's been almost a week now since I watched the movie !! It's still fresh in my mind, I'm bowled out for its seamless narration which I don't see often in Indian movies , last time it was probably Gantoomoote movie which gave me tat pleasure !!
Director Arvind kamath probably used crime thriller or whodunit theme Only to make audience sit n listen to him talking about several issues we face in our lives n issues which are strongly embedded in our system !! I strongly reject the idea of someone calling it as a crime thriller cos probably by the end of first half , we can roughly predict the killer !! Any crime thriller film won't give away the killer so easily unless viewer is super smart n finds it... it's the tactic used by Arvind to talk about the serious issues which are existing in our lives n system in the name of crime thriller , Arvind I think never bothered about if audience will predict the movie half way , in fact he wants audience to predict it n make thr minds realise this movie is much more than a crime thriller !! Smart thinking I should say !!
My favourite part in the film , Kruthi's statement to police in the first half about what happened between her , husband Avinash n Anish !! As per her statement to the police , Avinash was a caring and understanding husband to the level tat he understands the women's sexual desires !! Which in today's world is rare thing to find , men often fail to recognise women's sexual desires.
So Wats the great deal about it , why is it even my favourite part ? Yes indeed it's my favourite part of the movie , That statement from Kruthi which was 100 % lie in real ,but tat statement is her real feelings n expectations !! She or any other wife wished her husband would be like Tis caring n understanding which is imaginary of course in real life !! I loved the way director narrated it ...
And another part , my favourite character is PC Rajanna, who is a very sincere worker !! He even washes vessels at his superior officers house , which he is not supposed to do ,but tats how our police system is n our police constables lives are !! His retirement day shot is the most emotional scene in the whole film , he looks at Around the police station wit a sweet box in his hand but he is not happy , his expression was of guilt n helpless !! He walks away !! Wow with little drama such an outstanding shot it was !!
Do watch Tis movie , it's a neatly written well crafted movie , background songs omg they are in repeat mode in my music player !!
Nanda Gopal's acting n presence is commendable !!!
Arvind kamath , another add to my fav directors list !! Congratulations Arvind.
It's been almost a week now since I watched the movie !! It's still fresh in my mind, I'm bowled out for its seamless narration which I don't see often in Indian movies , last time it was probably Gantoomoote movie which gave me tat pleasure !!
Director Arvind kamath probably used crime thriller or whodunit theme Only to make audience sit n listen to him talking about several issues we face in our lives n issues which are strongly embedded in our system !! I strongly reject the idea of someone calling it as a crime thriller cos probably by the end of first half , we can roughly predict the killer !! Any crime thriller film won't give away the killer so easily unless viewer is super smart n finds it... it's the tactic used by Arvind to talk about the serious issues which are existing in our lives n system in the name of crime thriller , Arvind I think never bothered about if audience will predict the movie half way , in fact he wants audience to predict it n make thr minds realise this movie is much more than a crime thriller !! Smart thinking I should say !!
My favourite part in the film , Kruthi's statement to police in the first half about what happened between her , husband Avinash n Anish !! As per her statement to the police , Avinash was a caring and understanding husband to the level tat he understands the women's sexual desires !! Which in today's world is rare thing to find , men often fail to recognise women's sexual desires.
So Wats the great deal about it , why is it even my favourite part ? Yes indeed it's my favourite part of the movie , That statement from Kruthi which was 100 % lie in real ,but tat statement is her real feelings n expectations !! She or any other wife wished her husband would be like Tis caring n understanding which is imaginary of course in real life !! I loved the way director narrated it ...
And another part , my favourite character is PC Rajanna, who is a very sincere worker !! He even washes vessels at his superior officers house , which he is not supposed to do ,but tats how our police system is n our police constables lives are !! His retirement day shot is the most emotional scene in the whole film , he looks at Around the police station wit a sweet box in his hand but he is not happy , his expression was of guilt n helpless !! He walks away !! Wow with little drama such an outstanding shot it was !!
Do watch Tis movie , it's a neatly written well crafted movie , background songs omg they are in repeat mode in my music player !!
Nanda Gopal's acting n presence is commendable !!!
Arvind kamath , another add to my fav directors list !! Congratulations Arvind.
Not for family audience
Infycd_5 July 2021
The storyline was actually good. But the way they executed was so bad. And the songs are really irritating.. songs were good but this movie doesn't need a song. Don't watch this movie with family. Really I don't understand the ending properly. Totally wasted my time.
Brilliant Master piece by Aravind Kamath
prabhuvinay1 May 2021
A crazy, weird murder mystery thriller movie, well directed by Aravind Kamath , really hats off to the crew and cast members have given complete edge of the seat thriller.
Specially loved Anju alva performance, and all other characters.
Currently OTT platforms gives good exposure to talents and new ideas. This film in Kannada makes us proud that we also have new talents and creativity , and we need to support and help to nurture.
Specially loved Anju alva performance, and all other characters.
Currently OTT platforms gives good exposure to talents and new ideas. This film in Kannada makes us proud that we also have new talents and creativity , and we need to support and help to nurture.
Arishadvarga- A movie not to be missed!
chakraravi3 December 2020
Went back to the Cinemas after say 10 months and that's perhaps the longest break, one forced by Covid 19.. It was worth every minute of the going back to PVR to see this super thriller of a movie, Arishadvarga.... The trailer did give glimpses what to expect from the movie and the expectations were exceeded watching the narrative unfold and it is a gripping narrative at that.. A fantastic plot and a story superbly told by the Director Aravind Kamath.. .. It's two hours of awesome entertainment as the murder mystery goes is unravelled through a series of twists and turns.. Excellent photography too, even though the storyline doesn't call for any exotic locales.. All the actors have done a great job, each one of them getting into their characters very well and have done full justice to their roles...
The BGM is apt an adds well to the suspense element.. The one song Gadiyaarake a haunting number that plays through the length of the movie ..
The kind of movie that doesn't let you look away from the screen lest you miss some action... Loved it..
We need such movies to get people from their Covid created panic to walk into the theatres, to get the industry on it's feet, to encourage more new film makers to experiment and present such new ventures...
Thanks to the Production team for giving us this beautiful movie, it was really like a whiff of fresh air.. This deserves a longer run at the cinemas.. And yes,i might go back and watch it another time...
The kind of movie that doesn't let you look away from the screen lest you miss some action... Loved it..
We need such movies to get people from their Covid created panic to walk into the theatres, to get the industry on it's feet, to encourage more new film makers to experiment and present such new ventures...
Thanks to the Production team for giving us this beautiful movie, it was really like a whiff of fresh air.. This deserves a longer run at the cinemas.. And yes,i might go back and watch it another time...
L.I.F.E. as we know it.. (...with a twist) Watch it!
shrutisrinivasp29 November 2020
My first movie at a theatre during Covid and it was worth it!
About this movie :)
A thriller beginning you shouldn't be missing out or else you'll sit clueless! Watching the trailer might help ;)
This is a fresh story, keeps you glued to your seats, although a few but ignorable lags. It doesn't just end with who did it? The story writer has done a good job with the twisted ending you wouldn't have predicted.
Sound tracks will make it to your playlist. Gadiyaarake (my fav). Music scores and character foundations go hand in hand, you can't ignore them even if you tried.
A good mix of yester year artists and the present 👌
Shout-outs to: 1) Anish urf Mahesh Bung ✨: with apt catchphrases plus sitcom one liners - 'you wanna do it or not'... brings out the flavour of this actor. You can easily say this movie is the stepping stone for his fame. Watch out Sandalwood there's a new hottie in town ;) 2) NandaGopal - Gadiyaarake soundtrack says it all. 3) Sudha, Anju & Samyukta - couldn't have been more real :)
PS: Captions on T-Shirts to convey the emotions, moods and situations; cleverly executed;
Big shout-out to the entire cast, story writer, director, music director for keeping us hooked until the end...book your tickets already and hopefully we get to watch it again on Netflix!?!
Sound tracks will make it to your playlist. Gadiyaarake (my fav). Music scores and character foundations go hand in hand, you can't ignore them even if you tried.
A good mix of yester year artists and the present 👌
Shout-outs to: 1) Anish urf Mahesh Bung ✨: with apt catchphrases plus sitcom one liners - 'you wanna do it or not'... brings out the flavour of this actor. You can easily say this movie is the stepping stone for his fame. Watch out Sandalwood there's a new hottie in town ;) 2) NandaGopal - Gadiyaarake soundtrack says it all. 3) Sudha, Anju & Samyukta - couldn't have been more real :)
PS: Captions on T-Shirts to convey the emotions, moods and situations; cleverly executed;
Big shout-out to the entire cast, story writer, director, music director for keeping us hooked until the end...book your tickets already and hopefully we get to watch it again on Netflix!?!
Brilliant Movie which you need to watch a minimum of twice
appuprasadk2 December 2020
I would consider the movie "delicious and delectable" . These are adjectives you would use for food but they go so well in describing this movie. Arishadwarga going strictly by the meaning point towards the six enemies of the mind- kama (lust), krodha (anger), lobha (greed), Mada (pride), moha (attachment), and matsarya (jealousy). The movie comes a full circle and describes how people inadvertently commit these six sins during the course of their life and the circumstances which made them commit the same.
The movie doesn't have any real "big stars" of the industry but yet doesn't fizzle out in terms of talent or performance. Anju Alva Nayak makes a convincing housewife but not completely in the traditional sense. The movie very subtly hints at the trials and tribulations of a late marriage though not dwelling unnecessarily on the same.
Mahesh Bung and Samyukta Hornad are struggling actors and they accurately depict the hurdles faced by actors starting off in the entertainment industry. Mahesh Bung along with being an actor is a part time gigolo and shows us a peek into the dark side of what people have to go through to eke out a living in pursuit of what he loves to do which is acting. Our society has also downplayed a woman's sexual needs and is often satisfied in pretending that a woman is content with only breeding for the continuation of progeny. The film sensitively handles the subject albeit with some thrill . Avniash Yelandur comes off as a person who is conscious of his standing in his society, wants to be the strong virile man but isn't which in several frames he shows off with great strength. Sripathi Manjanbailu plays a small but very significant role in the film. He's the voice of the society which nobody listens to.
Gopalkrishna Deshpande's performance doesn't look forced. He appears throughout the movie. His character gels into the movie and his innocence shines through. Balaji Manohar's frames makes the movie even more interactive. The sound design is brilliant and that's one thing which I'm glad that it was released first in theatres than OTT. Bhangi sedo Bhangi is the first track in the movie and is a pure psychedelic party. Kudos to Udith Harithas.
I'm told by certain sources that no OTT has come up to grab it. This makes me think that the criteria to source content on Amazon prime and Netflix goes a lot beyond good movies. ( The last 4 new Kannada releases in Kannada on prime were unbearable.).
One of the few movies released after Covid and we are off to a good start. Overall , a very good start to movies opening on the big screen. Thumbs up.
The movie doesn't have any real "big stars" of the industry but yet doesn't fizzle out in terms of talent or performance. Anju Alva Nayak makes a convincing housewife but not completely in the traditional sense. The movie very subtly hints at the trials and tribulations of a late marriage though not dwelling unnecessarily on the same.
Mahesh Bung and Samyukta Hornad are struggling actors and they accurately depict the hurdles faced by actors starting off in the entertainment industry. Mahesh Bung along with being an actor is a part time gigolo and shows us a peek into the dark side of what people have to go through to eke out a living in pursuit of what he loves to do which is acting. Our society has also downplayed a woman's sexual needs and is often satisfied in pretending that a woman is content with only breeding for the continuation of progeny. The film sensitively handles the subject albeit with some thrill . Avniash Yelandur comes off as a person who is conscious of his standing in his society, wants to be the strong virile man but isn't which in several frames he shows off with great strength. Sripathi Manjanbailu plays a small but very significant role in the film. He's the voice of the society which nobody listens to.
Gopalkrishna Deshpande's performance doesn't look forced. He appears throughout the movie. His character gels into the movie and his innocence shines through. Balaji Manohar's frames makes the movie even more interactive. The sound design is brilliant and that's one thing which I'm glad that it was released first in theatres than OTT. Bhangi sedo Bhangi is the first track in the movie and is a pure psychedelic party. Kudos to Udith Harithas.
I'm told by certain sources that no OTT has come up to grab it. This makes me think that the criteria to source content on Amazon prime and Netflix goes a lot beyond good movies. ( The last 4 new Kannada releases in Kannada on prime were unbearable.).
One of the few movies released after Covid and we are off to a good start. Overall , a very good start to movies opening on the big screen. Thumbs up.
A well written murder mystery movie
rishabhmankale3 January 2021
Dark, creepy and twisted.
Makes you question what's real and what's fiction.
Great acting by the cast, writing and direction.
Only underwhelming accuracy I found was the incorporation of songs into the movie which Didn't feel natural, felt more shoehorned.
Decent thriller
mlogeswar5 May 2021
Unique
shettyravindrarama29 May 2021
Arvind Kamath's Existential Whodunit Paints A Woman-Centric Drama In Noir Shades
shefali-5924427 November 2020
Warning: Spoilers
First, we need to talk about that title, and here's what Wikipedia says: In Hindu theology, Arishadvarga are the six enemies of the mind (lust, anger, greed, attachment, pride, jealousy) that prevent man from attaining moksha or salvation. Arvind Kamath's film, then, is a kind of kaleidoscope that keeps rearranging these traits into new patterns with each narrative turn. Take lust. The trait is most visible in the scenes with an aspiring actor, Anish (Mahesh Bung), who moonlights as a gigolo. But there's also Kruthi (Anju Alva Naik), who's married to the much-older film producer and businessman, Manjunath (Avinash). He's impotent. She tells him, "I love you. I also want to feel loved physically."
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A rare attempt in Sandalwood not to be missed
santhulm3 December 2020
A Neo-Noir Genre murder mystery thriller which you should not miss. Only few of the directors try to experiment with their subject. Arvind Kamath has done it in his debut venture itself. He should be appreciated. If he continues to do that he can be definitely one of the sensible directors for sandalwood.
Apt Cast, BGM , Editing, Unique way of storytelling gives different touch to the movie. Definitely must watch if you are a film-buff.
Apt Cast, BGM , Editing, Unique way of storytelling gives different touch to the movie. Definitely must watch if you are a film-buff.
Not a sec was boring!
anandakumarbv3 December 2020
- Great effort for a Kannada movie & thoroughly entertaining
- won't bore you for even a sec
- terrific acting (no over acting) by all artists
- thoroughly mesmerising background music
- entertainingly twisted in several ways
Twist twist and twist
kiranmasur16 May 2021
Applause to Team ARISHADVARGA
karthikprasad-8626927 April 2021
Avavind Kamath Direction, Anju Acting and BGM awesom
selviganesanrk24 April 2021
Avavind Kamath Direction, Anju Acting and BGM awesome
Despite many cuts movie was interesting n entertaining
Bold attempt spoiled by sensor cuts
Director good going, expecting few more movies from you.
Anju natural and matured acting, you definitely deserve more movies
Songs n BGM are good from music Director.
Despite many cuts movie was interesting n entertaining
Bold attempt spoiled by sensor cuts
Director good going, expecting few more movies from you.
Anju natural and matured acting, you definitely deserve more movies
Songs n BGM are good from music Director.
Edge of the seat crime thriller
praveenkkr8 May 2021
Without wasting any time, the director Jumps into the story and makes sure that the is not even a single dull moment from the word go. Though the storyline is thin, narration and acting along with music keeps us on the edge.
Also, director shows is that there is no need of a star or hundreds of crores of rupees to entertain audiences, when the director has talent. Much relief after watching two mindless movies of big star movies released recently.
A better title to the movie would have made it popular. Even after so many tries, I can't recall the movie name. Though the title is apt, it is very difficult to read or recall. An average Kannada reader might not even read it correctly.
Also, the climax would have been improvised as one feels that something is missing. Director leaves to much for the audience to interpret.
Also, director shows is that there is no need of a star or hundreds of crores of rupees to entertain audiences, when the director has talent. Much relief after watching two mindless movies of big star movies released recently.
A better title to the movie would have made it popular. Even after so many tries, I can't recall the movie name. Though the title is apt, it is very difficult to read or recall. An average Kannada reader might not even read it correctly.
Also, the climax would have been improvised as one feels that something is missing. Director leaves to much for the audience to interpret.
The ending will surprise the shiz out of you
subscriptiononly27 April 2021
A brilliant police procedural drama with slightly twisted screenplay. Needs a bit of patience but it pays off beautifully. Just a couple of songs towards the end felt unnecessary. A rare attempt in Kannada film industry. Hope we get to see a lot more like this.
Extraordinary gem not to be missed
salmanbheriyani28 April 2021
So amazing movie, but really unfortunate that this gem has gone undiscussed and stands underrated. Its a must watch movie, with each frame speaking a thrilling mystery. The music of the movie is mind-blowing and adds to the brilliance of the storytelling. The direction makes it worth that this movie must be part of TOP 250 BEST FILMS on IMDb. Kudos to the guys team behind this spectacular flick.
Best and hunting
pk-162421 June 2021
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patkarash24 May 2021
A bold attempt by the director, Brilliant Acting, twisted screenplay, BGM & sound tracks that flow with narration, camera work, applause to entire team for believing in the script and bringing it all together so beautifully. It's a intense thriller drama that will have you guessing till the very end.
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