Puneeth’s swan song ‘Gandhadagudi’ set for streaming premiere

Bengaluru, March 14 : After winning movie-lovers hearts in theatres, Sandalwoods much-adored star, late Puneeth Rajkumars last cinematic outing, Gandhadagudi - Journey of a True Hero, is all set for streaming premiere on Prime Video on March 17, his birth anniversary.

The epic musical celebration of Karnataka, was the talented stars last movie project before his life was tragically cut short in October 2021.

The docu-feature film was written and directed by award-winning wildlife photographer-filmmaker, Amoghavarsha and produced by Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar under the banner of PRK Productions, in association with Mudskipper.As a sweet treat to the late actors fans on his 48th birth anniversary, Gandhadagudi - Journey of a True Hero gives a glimpse of the Puneeths zeal and love for nature and his native land.

In the docu-feature, the Power Star actor and filmmaker Amoghavarsha set out on a trip in Karnataka to capture the regions abundant wildlife, scenic beauty, water bodies, and the forgotten tales.The duo also broaches environmental concerns around plastic use, water conservation and deforestation.

Adding a personal touch, the feature gives interesting insight into Puneeths extraordinary lineage, his father, the legendary actor Dr.Rajkumar.Speaking about Gandhadagudis streaming premiere on Prime Video, Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar said, "The film was Appus dream project and he always wanted to do something about environmental conservation.

The film was showered with an overwhelmingly positive response by Appus fans and audiences in Karnataka, and we felt it was a natural progression for the world to witness this beautiful journey.We are grateful to everyone who has supported us throughout the journey of this film.

"We have collaborated with Prime Video many times in the past and are thrilled that through our long-standing association we can take Appus last film to his fans and audiences across the country on his birth anniversary."Director Amoghavarsha added, "It was heartening to see Gandhadagudi receiving tremendous love from the audience.

I feel extremely lucky to have had this wonderful experience working with Puneeth, who was passionate about everything in life.The film presents a very raw and real persona of Puneeth, who always felt strongly about nature.

His love for his native state, Karnataka is well reflected in the film, and I am glad that the audience is able to watch him talk about things that he absolutely cherished and cared for."Speaking about the films digital premiere, Music Director, B.Ajaneesh Loknath said, "Gandhadagudi is my first collaboration as a music director with Puneeth and I feel lucky to have worked on this special project.Composing for this music was extremely unique and integral to the docu-drama.

I have incorporated a lot of folk tunes to elevate the experiential experience of the flora and fauna showcased in the film."pvn/svn/ #swan #Gandhadagudi #premiere #Loknath #Rajkumar # Ashwini #Ashwini #Puneeth Rajkumar #Una #Karnataka #Song.