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Dhananjaya who has been typecasted doing either villain or playing the second fiddle to A-list super stars has finally taken a 360-degree and is back to his 'Director's Special' territory with this film. Ratnan Prapancha is simply another showcase of how talented Dhananjaya is as an actor in the most subtle way, he is given a real opportunity to headline a film and in doing so, he glues the pieces of what could be a flawed film together.

He breaks out of his 'Dalli Image' role and steps into the shoes of Rathnakara, the title character, trapped with his mother (Umashree) who is tiptoeing around with loud mouthed talks which leads to funny cat and mouse tug-of-war. He is an insurance agent whose day job is far from fulfilling.

Enter journalist Mayuri (Reba Monica John), who claims to have found information about Rathna's past and his biological origin. This leads to all sorts of miscommunication and strife within his family. What follows is a typical dime-a-dozen road movie, in which the characters embark towards a kaleidoscope of enchanting little surprises, moments of introspection, turns out to be illuminating for the self. Rathna gets mad with people and strange events he encounters along the way, and the comedy of errors and emotions is spread out enough to make the rest of the film entirely a near perfect experience where every viewer will find something to enjoy.

Thanks to the honest performances of all the characters as this movie is almost impossible to dislike. Director Rohith Padaki's choice for his characters was a bull's eye, they seem to complement each other very well. He cannot do without stereotypes and clichés here, but when it comes to humour and emotions, he balances it very well.

Personally, this has to be Dhananjaya's best role to date, he has a whiny facial expression for every reaction, unusually stubborn and doesn't go Dalli either. He tops what many blockbuster acts, these days, just can't do. Umashree aces all around and gelled realistically through her bona fide character traits, Rumi-esque dialogues (pun intended) and exudes sympathetic charm.

To cut to the chase, Rathnan Prapancha moves cleverly between the two genres of comedy and drama. The gags are created on a purely organic basis and the film has some incredible highs which are supported with well-timed situation comedy and emotional scenes. In order to not give away much of the film, I wholeheartedly recommend this movie, lean back and enjoy the world of Rathankara.

1. A good family entertainment ahead with mother sentiment.

2. Music and DOP are major contributor.

3. Umashree, Anu Prabhakar, Shruti, Ravishankar rocks

Overall a good family entertainer.

Acting by each cast for their role is brilliant and justifying. There is no build up scene and the useless slow mo scene's.

Everything is natural and to its best.

A well themed movie with good screenplay.

Ratnan prapancha is a emotional rollercoaster, if you haven't watched it yet enjoy this movie this weekend with tissue paper beside , and reserve your tears... first half because of comedy and rest of tears for the sentimental reasons.. Great to see gem of actress like Umashree back and as always Dhananjaya and pramodh rocks, also Reba John made a tremendous debut in Kannada wish to see her more in upcoming Kannada movies... Kotigobba 3 director ee filmna nodappa idu content Andre... And support films like this...

Really Great Acting by all . Especially Umashree Mam and Dhananjay and the actor who acted Udal Babu role Were totally Nailed it .

I thought about watching this in tomorrow but after watching it for 5 mins in midnight I couldn't resist , I watched it today Only .

One of the best feel Good movie in KFI.

It's a complete entertainment movie filled with emotions and comedy. Each and every character have nailed it. Amazing acting by Uma Shree.

You'll some where in the middle feel that you are connected to the story.

One of the best movie in sandalwood 👍 Well shown the characters and upto mark Acting is very perfect Uttar Karnataka language is first time showed in a very realistic way👌

Amazing movie, very emotional, brilliant acting by Dolly Dhananjay and ever great actress umashree madam. No one fit in place for umashree character. Perfect selection of character is plus point.

A movie which shows mother son sentiment more than anything else... A must watch master piece what a Reletionship Shown by the Director... By watching this movie I cried 😭😭... In many scenes...

The idea of the movie is quite promising and it feels like it delivers till 30 mins into the movie, but then the story gets overdragged, pulling the tempo down. All in all, an okay movie with the overhype that few fans are creating. Won't recommend this.

Literally I got tears after watching this movie,It shows how everyone should love their mother no matter what and they should not abandon them and everything she did is for her children,what can I say literally I am out of words. This should be released in big screens too.

Ratnan really took me into his Prapancha with in 5 min of watching. No shortage of entertainment, fun and relatability. Umashree character seems to be over dramatised along with Ratnan.... Good family entertainer.

No storyline. Too much minority appeasement. Waste of time in every way. Urdu in kannada movie, no thanks. Shows people of North Karnataka as Gundas and stereotypes them. Just not worth the time. Was expecting better from the movie. It's definitely trying bag good appreciation from people by portraying emotions of a mother and a son.. poor attempt.

Must watch please watch this movie in Amazon prime and respect your mother. Must watch please watch this movie in Amazon prime and respect Must watch please watch this movie in Amazon prime and respect your mother. Mother.

Rohit Padaki and team have done a great job. Kudos to the producers for selecting such Kannada land based story and both south and North Karnataka languages are used superbly so I watch it again.

Dhananjaya, Umashree acting must watch . Story dialogues , background music, direction super .

Camera work and cinematography around Kashmir very good.

Ratnan prapancha iruvudellaa bittu , iradirudara kadege .

Good family entertainer movie in recent time.

I have watched this movie at home I liked it more than recent one Salaga. Dhananjay , you proved you are a versatile actor. Nothing can stop you now.

Ultimate effort by team, direction, story , cast.

I wish the movie would hit theatres.

The movie content ,script is too good 10/10 Coming to the direction,acting 9/10 Story 10/10 Music 8/10 Ending or climax 9/10.. Must watch movie, overall movie is clear winner . I just don't want to reveal the story. 100% recommended to watch..

I haven't watched much of Kannada cinema, but if this movie is the precedent, then I have high hopes for the industry. As a daughter to a mother who is sometimes. If not always "annoying", I broke down in tears.

This movie will stay in my heart for sure. I highly recommend anyone to watch this. Prepare tissues, just in case.

The 10 star reviews are obviously paid to create the hype. Cinematography was good. Story was dragged and direction felt unconnected. Comedy was bland. Umashree and Dhananjay acted well with their characters. Overall don't recommend.

Excellent storytelling, narration, casting, acting. Background score is amazing, it pinches all the emotions in each scene. Keep it up guys. Watched heartfelt, fun dosed movie after very long time.

No one could have handled characters like Umashri (my all time favorite), Udaal Panju, Shruthi and Dolly.

Hats off to entire Crew.

Totally enjoyable Movie, with Umashri and Dhanamjay with their upgraded acting skills, it it treat watch their conversation.

The Plus 1. Umashri & Dhananjay acting, Specially Umashri steals the show.

2. Uttara Karnataka Language used in 2nd half.

3. Pramod has done good job.

4. The background songs.

The Minus 1. The movie is more entertaining in first half and tried to carry the same in 2nd half, but climax was like just average.

2.

Drrrrraaaaaaaag!!!!! Not a gripping story !!!

Good movie with Mother sentiment, director should have worked on the length of the movie. Acting is great. Good cast.

Nice movie... it's rare to find these kind of gem.. Don't miss it... All the actors have shown justice for their role.. Special mention is for Umashree Madam, who bought both laugh and tears for me..

The entire movie was really nice and all character in that film were realistic....... Need to mention 3 special persons ( Dhananjay, Umashree & Udal ( Panju) ) Next level acting 🔥🔥🔥🔥