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Agnyathavasi - A Rural Crime Drama That Reveals Malenadu's Mysteries
Agnyathavasi is a Kannada crime drama written by Krishna Raj and directed by Janardhan Chikkanna. Produced by Hemanth M Rao, Prachura P P, and Jayalakshmi under the banner Dakshayini Talkies, the film features Rangayana Raghu, Paavana Gowda, Siddu Moolimani, Sharath Lohitashwa, and Ravishankar Gowda. The film is set in Karnataka's Malenadu region in the late 1990s. The crime movie boasts cinematography by Advaitha Gurumurthy, music by Charan Raj, and editing by Bharath MC. It was released theatrically on April 11, 2025, and premieres exclusively on ZEE5 on May 28, 2025.
Movie Plot
The movie is a set in the peaceful village Nalkeri in Malenadu in the late 1990s. The story tracks Inspector Govindu, who works part-time as a policeman and part-time as a farmer. His routine-unfilled life is interrupted when the enigmatic death of local landlord Srinivasaiah is declared a murder. This news astonishes the crime-free, peaceful town. As Govindu peels away the layers, his search exposes a cold case from the 1970s that was buried deep. The visit of Rohit, who imports the village's first computer, and Pankaja, who is linked to Srinivasaiah's estranged son Arun, adds layers of suspense. The second death further deepens the mystery, peeling away layers of ritualistic secrets, shrouded in guilt, silence, and the eerie tranquility of a village with secrets to keep.
Agnyathavasi Movie Cast
The cast includes Rangayana Raghu as Inspector Govindu, who is a rural policeman and half-time farmer. Paavana Gowda is seen as Pankaja, who is a young woman associated with the landlord's household, while Siddu Moolimani plays Rohit, who is a villager with knowledge of technology and introduces modern technology to the village. Sharath Lohitashwa plays the role of Srinivasaiah, who is a leading and enigmatic landlord. Ravishankar Gowda plays the role of Ananthu, a practical investigator in the case and Hari Samashti appears as Constable Kumara.
Agnyathavasi Movie Release Date on OTT
Since ZEE5 acquired the streaming rights to the Kannada movie, you can watch it on the streaming service. The film premieres on May 28 on ZEE5. By signing up and getting a subscription to ZEE5, you can explore Rangayana Raghu movies, Paavana Gowda movies, Sharath Lohitashwa movies, Ravishankar Gowda movies, Hari Samashti movies and more thriller movies online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the story of Agnyathavasi?
Ans. The film is set in 1997, when a village police inspector is leading a simple and peaceful life. But one day, a crime occurs in his tranquil town, the first crime in 25 years. As he investigates the case, he uncovers hidden past secrets of the village.
Q2. Who is the director of Agnyathavasi?
Ans. Janardhan Chikkanna is the director of the movie.
Q3. Which genre does the movie belong to?
Ans. The movie is a Kannada-language crime drama.
Q4. Where did they film Agnyathavasi?
Ans. The thriller movie was filmed in Chikmagalur and Madikeri to capture the scenic landscape of the Malenadu region.
Q5. Where can I watch Agnyathavasi Kannada movie?
Ans. The murder mystery movie premieres on ZEE5 on May 28, 2025. ZEE5 subscribers can stream Agnyathavasi movie online and browse through a wide variety of Kannada movies, Crime movies, and Crime thriller movies on ZEE5.
Details About Agnyathavasi Movie :
| Movie Released Date | 11 Apr 2025 |
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Keypoints about Agnyathavasi :
1. Total Movie duration: 1h 56m
2. Audio Languages: Kannada
