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When "Preetse" was announced by Producer Rockline Venkatesh with Shivaraj Kumar
and Upendra in the lead, it was something like a casting coup. The film was a remake of
Hindi hit "Darr" directed by Yash Chopra and Upendra who had already acquired a
Super Star status in Kannada film industry playing the role of what Shah Rukh Khan did in
the Hindi original was itself enough to stimulate the film viewers. "Preetse"
has released now and it is worth every paisa that is given for the ticket. The film is
lavishly produced, superbly crafted with each member of the unit putting his efforts to
make what the film comes out on celluloid.
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It is to the credit of Director D.Rajendra Babu to have changed some points from the
original film to suit the taste of the present day audience and also to reduce the length
of the movie by nearly 30 minutes. He has also extracted good performances from all the
lead artists and the technical expertise that has gone into the making of the film, can
only be termed as top class.
It is only the music which is below the quality expected of such a film, and it is better
for music director Hamsalekha to rectify and improve
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the quality of his work. Another sore note is that the climax
appears to be too lengthy and calls for a little cuts
here and there to make it more appealing. Director Babu once again proves that he is one
of the best directors in the Kannada film industry.
The outdoor shooting in Australia has jelled well with the film’s narration, and the
song picturisations are the highlight of the film. "Preetse Preetse", "Sai
Sai Sai" and "Chukki" songs are simply brilliant for their rendering and
also for the picturisations. But it is the re-recording work that falls below the expected
level.
Lead actors Shivaraj Kumar and Upendra come out with brilliant performances. Upendra fits
into the role he plays and just enjoys it like a fish in a lake. Sonali Bendre is
expressive and looks glamorous on the screen. Srinath. Anant Nag and Vanitha Vasu have
filled in the bill quite adequately. P.K.H.Doss once again proves that he is most
competent cameraman in the Kannada film industry. "Preetse" is a well made film
and the way it is attracting people after its release just proves that the film deserved
to win and also people were eagerly looking forward to see it.
The Story
The story revolves around a navy officer Surya (Shivaraj Kumar) who is deeply in love
with Kiran (Sonali Bendre). Chandra, a college-mate of Kiran is secretly and passionately
in love with her, but being an introvert he does not want to reveal his love. He wants to
go to any lengths to fulfil his ambition and get Kiran. Kiran is haunted by this secret
lover’s antics who follows her wherever She goes and sings an emotionally charged
song.
Chandra comes to know of Kiran’s marriage plans with Surya. He tries to abort this
marriage and even plans to eliminate Surya with whom he has a good acquaintance. But
Surya, unaware of Chandra’s attempts, survives. The couple the proceed to Australia
on a honeymoon trip wherein Chandra also lands up. Chandra’s true colours are
revealed to Surya by Kiran’s brother (Ananth Nag). In a dramatic finale, Surya comes
out to a ship, after being stabbed earlier by Chandra. Chandra pleads Kiran to marry him
since Surya has already been murdered. Surya saves Kiran and then Chandra shoots himself.
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