Kiccha
Kiccha is a 2003 Kannada-language action drama film directed by P. A. Arun Prasad.[1] The story centers on the titular character, portrayed by Sudeep, a gold medalist graduate who faces unemployment due to pervasive bribery in government job recruitment and ultimately challenges the corrupt system.[1][2] Shweta Agarwal plays the female lead opposite Sudeep, with supporting roles filled by actors including Sujatha and Ajay Rao.[1] The film's soundtrack was composed by Hamsalekha, contributing to its appeal in the Kannada film industry.[3] Produced by Ramu under Ramu Enterprises, Kiccha highlighted themes of anti-corruption and youthful determination, aligning with early 2000s trends in regional Indian cinema addressing social issues.[4]Synopsis
Plot Summary
Krishna Mohan, known as Kiccha, is a qualified graduate facing unemployment amid systemic corruption that demands bribes for job opportunities.[1] Frustrated by repeated failures to secure employment, he joins the gang of a local politician, Annaji, as a means of livelihood.[1] [2] Annaji's daughter, Mahalakshmi, falls in love with Kiccha, sparking a romance opposed by her father due to Kiccha's rowdy associations.[1] To earn Annaji's approval and demonstrate his integrity, Kiccha confronts instances of injustice and corruption in his community, leveraging his legal background to challenge the status quo.[1] [2] As Kiccha rises within Annaji's organization, he navigates political intrigue, personal loyalties, and familial pressures, ultimately aiming to reform the corrupt elements around him while pursuing his relationship with Mahalakshmi.[1] [2] The narrative highlights themes of youth disillusionment with bureaucracy and the transformative potential of individual action against entrenched power structures.[5]Personnel
Cast
Sudeep portrays the protagonist Kiccha, also known as Krishna Mohan, a student who rises to become a corporate mayor and subsequently the Education Minister.[6]Shweta Agarwal plays Suma, Kiccha's love interest and eventual wife.[7]
Sujatha appears as Sharada, Kiccha's mother.[6]
Ajay Rao (also credited as Ajai Rao) is cast as Kiccha's friend.[6]
Avinash enacts the role of the Chief Minister.[6]
Sadhu Kokila features in a supporting role as C. D. Babu.[8]
Anandraj plays an antagonist.[7]
Crew
Kiccha was directed by P. A. Arun Prasad, who also developed the story and screenplay.[9] Dialogues were penned by Ravi Srivatsa.[9] The film was produced by Ramu under the banner Ramu Enterprises.[10] [9] Music direction and lyrics were handled by Hamsalekha, providing the film's original score and songs.[9] [7] Cinematography was executed by Sundarnath Suvarna, while editing was completed by S. Manohar.[9] [7]| Role | Personnel |
|---|---|
| Director | P. A. Arun Prasad |
| Producer | Ramu |
| Story/Screenplay | P. A. Arun Prasad |
| Dialogues | Ravi Srivatsa |
| Music Composer | Hamsalekha |
| Lyrics | Hamsalekha |
| Cinematographer | Sundarnath Suvarna |
| Editor | S. Manohar |
Production
Development
P.A. Arun Prasad wrote the story and screenplay for Kiccha, envisioning it as a political action drama centered on unemployment and social issues.[9] The project was undertaken by producer Ramu under the banner of Ramu Enterprises, with principal photography following the scripting phase.[11] Sudeep, building on his rising popularity from Huccha (2001), was selected for the titular role, marking an early showcase of his action-hero persona in Kannada cinema.[1] The film received a U certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification on March 25, 2003, indicating completion of pre-release formalities.[10]Filming and Technical Aspects
The cinematography for Kiccha was handled by Sundarnath Suvarna, whose approach emphasized precise camera angles and lighting to create visually rich and exotic scenes without necessitating foreign locations.[12][7] This technique contributed to the film's aesthetic appeal within the constraints of a domestic production. Editing duties were assigned to S. Manohar, ensuring a paced narrative flow for the 157-minute runtime.[9] No specific details on camera equipment or sound mixing processes have been documented in available production records, consistent with standard 35mm film practices for Kannada cinema in 2003.[1] Filming locations remain unlisted in public sources, though the film's urban and political themes suggest principal photography occurred in Karnataka studio facilities and local settings.Soundtrack
Composition and Release
The soundtrack for Kiccha was composed by Hamsalekha, a prolific Kannada film music director and lyricist credited with scoring music for approximately 324 films by 2013.[13][14] Hamsalekha handled both the composition of the original score and the lyrics for the six songs featured in the album.[15] The soundtrack was released on April 11, 2003, coinciding with the film's theatrical debut in India.[15][1] This audio release included contributions from playback singers such as Sudeep and Swetha, aligning with the film's action-drama narrative.[14] No separate pre-release audio launch event is documented in available records, with the album distributed through standard channels for Kannada cinema soundtracks at the time.[15]Track Listing and Reception
The soundtrack for Kiccha comprises five songs composed, written, and directed by Hamsalekha. Released in 2006 by Akash Audio, the album features vocals from prominent playback singers including Shankar Mahadevan, Hariharan, and K. S. Chithra.[16]| No. | Title | Singer(s) | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dankanakkana | Shankar Mahadevan | 5:26 |
| 2 | Karna Kundala | Hariharan | 3:49 |
| 3 | Mankutimma | Shankar Mahadevan | 5:00 |
| 4 | Ranganayakeera | Anupama | 5:30 |
| 5 | Meghakke Megha | Hariharan, K. S. Chithra | 6:00 |