# Chowka > Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Chowka > Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Chowka.md > Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chowka > Source revision: 1356700845 > License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) 2017 Indian Kannada-language action drama film Chowka Theatrical Poster Directed by Tharun Kishore Sudhir Written by A. P. Arjun, Simple Suni, A. V. Chinthan, Anil Kumar, Yoganand Muddan Screenplay by Tharun Kishore Sudhir Produced by Dwarakish Yogish Dwarakish Bungale Starring Vijay Raghavendra Prem Diganth Prajwal Devaraj Aindrita Ray Priyamani Bhavana Deepa Sannidhi Kashinath Chikkanna Narrated by Chikkanna Cinematography Satya Hegde S. Krishna Santhosh Rai Pathaje Shekar Chandru Sudhakar S. Raj Edited by K. M. Prakash Music by Gurukiran Arjun Janya V. Harikrishna Anoop Seelin Sridhar V. Sambhram Production companies Dwarakish Chitra Co-produced by: United Spirits Distributed by Mysore Talkies Release date 3 February 2017 (2017-02-03) Running time 178 minutes Country India Language Kannada ***Chowka*** is a 2017 Indian [Kannada](/source/Kannada)-language [action drama film](/source/Action_drama_film) directed by [Tharun Sudhir](/source/Tharun_Sudhir), in his directional debut, and produced by [Dwarakish](/source/Dwarakish), marking his 50th production film.[1] The film features an [ensemble cast](/source/Ensemble_cast) of [Vijay Raghavendra](/source/Vijay_Raghavendra), [Prem](/source/Prem_(Kannada_actor)), [Diganth](/source/Diganth), [Prajwal Devaraj](/source/Prajwal_Devaraj), [Chikkanna](/source/Chikkanna), [Aindrita Ray](/source/Aindrita_Ray), [Priyamani](/source/Priyamani), [Bhavana](/source/Bhavana) and [Deepa Sannidhi](/source/Deepa_Sannidhi).[2] In the first of its kind, the film boasts of employing five [music directors](/source/Music_director), five [lyricists](/source/Lyricist), [cinematographers](/source/Cinematographer), five [art directors](/source/Art_director) and five [dialogue writers](/source/Dialogue).[3] The film was nominated for the [Filmfare Award for Best Film – Kannada](/source/Filmfare_Award_for_Best_Film_%E2%80%93_Kannada) and [Best Director](/source/Filmfare_Award_for_Best_Director_%E2%80%93_Kannada) at the [65th Filmfare Awards South](/source/65th_Filmfare_Awards_South) and won Best director ([Tharun Kishore Sudhir](/source/Tharun_Kishore_Sudhir)). [4] ## Plot **1986 ([Bangalore](/source/Bangalore))**: Hakki Gopala is accused of murdering his gangster mentor Jayaraj's rival Sathyaraj and an [SI](/source/Sub-Inspector), who were actually murdered by Jayaraj. **1995 ([Mysore](/source/Mysore))**: Krishna Rao, who is blamed for the murder of his pregnant friend Maria, who was actually murdered by his insane neighbour. **2000 ([Mangalore](/source/Mangalore))**: Surya Shetty, who is dragged into a false murder case, which arises political tension. **2007 ([Bijapur](/source/Bijapur))**: Mohammed Anwar, who is blamed for a bomb blast which was actually committed by Anwar's brother-in-law, who is actually a terrorist. The friends are all linked with their only friend, Manjunatha aka Manja. **2017**: They all meet each other in Central Jail of [Bellary](/source/Bellary). They meet a school teacher, Vishwanath, who not only shows them hope but also stirs up a passion towards reform in them. They learn that Vishwanath was actually framed for the murder of his daughter, Ramya. When they enquire, Vishwanath reveals that Ramya loved Anand, who is the son of [MLA](/source/Member_of_Legislative_Assembly) Krishnamurthy. This had enraged Krishnamurthy and led to Ramya's death, the blame falling on Vishwanath for the murder. The four decide to help Vishwanath in his objective. After various twists and turns, they manage to escape from the jail by fooling the [Jailor](/source/Prison_officer) Indira Sharma. When they reach a dense jungle at night, the police arrive and a [shootout ensues](/source/Shootout), in which Vishwanath is shot and taken to the hospital. The four reluctantly escape with the help of Manja and attack [Suvarna Vidhana Soudha](/source/Suvarna_Vidhana_Soudha) premises in [Belagavi](/source/Belgaum), but with no harm is caused. When Krishnamurthy protests, Anwar shoots his arm, where Krishnamurthy divulges everything, and Vishwanath is proven innocent. After proving Vishwanath's innocence, the four are shot by commandos (due to a toy bomb dropped accidentally by Krishna, causing the commandos to think that they are suicide bombers). Pushpa (Gopala's girlfriend), Bhoomika (Surya's girlfriend), Gowri (Anwar's girlfriend), and Vishwanath watch it with utter disbelief and tear-jerking. ## Cast - [Vijay Raghavendra](/source/Vijay_Raghavendra) as Surya Shetty - [Prem](/source/Prem_(Kannada_actor)) as Hakki Gopala - [Diganth](/source/Diganth) as Krishna Rao - [Prajwal Devaraj](/source/Prajwal_Devaraj) as Mohammed Anwar - [Priyamani](/source/Priyamani) as Maria D'Souza - [Aindrita Ray](/source/Aindrita_Ray) as Pushpa, Gopal's girlfriend - [Bhavana](/source/Bhavana_(actress)) as Bhoomika, Surya's girlfriend - [Deepa Sannidhi](/source/Deepa_Sannidhi) as Gowri, Anwar's girlfriend - [Avinash](/source/Avinash_Yelandur) as [MLA](/source/Member_of_Legislative_Assembly) Krishnamurthy - [Kashinath](/source/Kashinath_(actor)) as Vishwanath - [Sharath Lohitashwa](/source/Sharath_Lohitashwa) as Jayraj - [Abhirami](/source/Abhirami_(actress%2C_born_1983)) as Jailer Indira Sharma - [Giri Dwarakish](/source/Giri_Dwarakish) as Seena - [Chikkanna](/source/Chikkanna) as Manjunath (Manju) - [Tabla Nani](/source/Tabla_Nani) as [Inspector](/source/Inspector) - Ravi Chetan as Inspector - Umesh Punga as Police Jeep Driver - Mohan Kumar - Mahesh Raj - Prashanth Seshadri as a film director - Rajesh Rao as Bijapur Police Commissioner - Mallesh Gowda as Mysore Police officer - Venkata Ram as Bangalore Police Inspector - Sudheer Sudhi - Mico Nagaraj as Sathyaraj - Balaji Manohar - Dingri Nagaraj - Bus Kumar as Lawyer - Vanishree as Anwar's mother - Prakash Shenoy - Jyothi Muroor - Nihal Gowda - Yashwanth Shetty - Raghu Pandeshwar as a waiter - Kari Subbu ### Cameos - [Darshan](/source/Darshan_(Kannada_actor)) as Robert - [Manvitha Harish](/source/Manvitha_(actress)) as Ramya, Vishwanath's daughter - [Dwarakish](/source/Dwarakish) in song "Alladsu Alladsu" - [Tharun Sudhir](/source/Tharun_Sudhir) in song "Alladsu Alladsu" - [Prabhakar](/source/Prabhakar_(Telugu_actor)) as Jungli - Scarlett Wilson in a song "Adoo Aata Adoo" [*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*] ## Production Since it was [Dwarakish](/source/Dwarakish)'s 50th film as a producer, several actors agreed to costar in the film. [Sudeepa](/source/Sudeepa) and [Chiranjeevi Sarja](/source/Chiranjeevi_Sarja) were initially set to star in the film.[5] ## Soundtrack Chowka Soundtrack album by V. Harikrishna, V. Sridhar, Arjun Janya, Gurukiran, Anoop Seelin Released 25 January 2017 (2017-01-25) Genre Feature film soundtrack Length 24:56 Label Anand Audio V. Harikrishna chronology Santhu Straight Forward (2016) Chowka (2017) Raajakumara (2017) V. Sridhar chronology Krishna-Rukku (2015) Chowka (2017) Sarvasva (2017) Arjun Janya chronology Chakravarthy (2017) Chowka (2017) Raaga (2017) Anoop Seelin chronology Smile Please (2017) Chowka (2017) Bangalore Underworld (2017) Gurukiran chronology Nagarahavu (2016) Chowka (2017) Aake (2017) [V. Harikrishna](/source/V._Harikrishna), [V. Sridhar](/source/V._Sridhar), [Arjun Janya](/source/Arjun_Janya), [Gurukiran](/source/Gurukiran), and [Anoop Seelin](/source/Anoop_Seelin) have composed the film's background and scored its soundtrack. Lyrics for the soundtrack were penned by [Jayant Kaikini](/source/Jayant_Kaikini), [Yograj Bhat](/source/Yograj_Bhat) Siddayaiah Puranic, Santhosh Naik, and Chethan Kumar. The soundtrack album consists of six tracks. It was released on 25 January 2017. Track listing No. Title Lyrics Music Singer(s) Length 1. "Turthinalli Geechida" Jayanth Kaikini Sridhar V. Sambhram Sonu Nigam, Antara Mitra 4:08 2. "Alladsu Alladsu" Yogaraj Bhat V. Harikrishna Vijay Prakash 4:13 3. "Appa I Love You" V. Nagendra Prasad Arjun Janya Anuradha Bhat 4:53 4. "Aadoo Aata Aadoo" Santhosh Naik Gurukiran Chaitra H. G. 4:03 5. "Vande Mataram" Siddaiah Puranik Arjun Janya Ranjith 4:23 6. "Party Party Nightu" Chetan Kumar Anoop Seelin Puneeth Rajkumar 4:21 ## Reception S Viswanath of *[Deccan Herald](/source/Deccan_Herald)* wrote "Each technical team leaves its indelible imprint. The film climaxes in Ballari jail where the four protagonists are interned following their arrests, and thereafter at Suvarna Vidhana Soudha, Belagavi. Veteran actor-director Kashinath, as the maligned father, does a commendable job as the pivot for the foursome’s escape from jail and bringing to book the corrupt Finance Minister played by Avinash. A worthy weekend watch for family".[6] A Sharadhaa of *[The New Indian Express](/source/The_New_Indian_Express)* wrote "Even Challenging star Darshan’s cameo is justified as he faces off with Baahubali Kalakeya. Senior actor Kashinath and Manvitha’s roles are a surprise. The heroines - Aindrita Ray, Priyamani, Bhavana and Deepa Sanidhi - share less screen space, but add to the charm of the film. Technically all of them have contributed to the film. Credit should go to the music directors for the beautiful songs. Especially the track, Appa I love You, which certainly makes tears rolling down. Watch Chowka for its pragmatic message to all of us"[7] Sunayana Suresh of *[The Times of India](/source/The_Times_of_India)* wrote that "For a film that is three hours long, one does not get tired with narrative's pace and stays with the story till the end. Watch this film if you like multi-starrers that provide commercial entertainment, while not bowing down to being just mindless fun".[8] Shashiprasad SM of *[Deccan Chronicle](/source/Deccan_Chronicle)* wrote "Chowka’ (means four) characters have accepted to live with it. In between, the repetition of a dialogue which is an advertisement for a consumer brand is another low point. Then, a great escape from jail hogs the rest of the journey. An innocent school master serving jail, a sole friend linked to all the four is ‘unbelievable’. An average in the end, ‘Chowka’ is a highly diluted spirit with hardly any kick in it. May be a paisa vasool for the brand associated with it".[9] ## References 1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** ["Five stars in Dwarakish's 50th"](http://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/south-masala/Five-stars-in-Dwarakishs-50th/articleshow/47991155.cms). [Bangalore Mirror](/source/Bangalore_Mirror). 8 July 2015. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** ["Chowka's Teaser to be out on December 1"](https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2016/nov/28/chowkas-first-look-teaser-to-be-out-on-dec-1-1543584.html). *The New Indian Express*. 28 November 2016. Retrieved 28 January 2017. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** ["'Chowka': Multi Starrer with many interesting facts"](https://web.archive.org/web/20161124155420/http://www.moviemint.com/chowka-multi-starrer-with-many-interesting-facts/). Moviemint. 9 July 2016. Archived from [the original](http://www.moviemint.com/chowka-multi-starrer-with-many-interesting-facts/) on 24 November 2016. Retrieved 24 November 2016. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** ["Cineloka Exclusive : Chowka to be Remade in 4 Languages"](https://web.archive.org/web/20170320052422/http://www.cineloka.co.in/news/item/1110-cineloka-exclusive-chowka-to-be-remade-in-4-languages.html). Archived from [the original](http://www.cineloka.co.in/news/item/1110-cineloka-exclusive-chowka-to-be-remade-in-4-languages.html) on 20 March 2017. Retrieved 19 March 2017. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** S., Shyam Prasad (23 September 2014). ["Sudeep and Chiranjeevi together in a movie!"](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/sudeep-and-chiranjeevi-together-in-a-movie/articleshow/48000560.cms). *[Bangalore Mirror](/source/Bangalore_Mirror)*. Retrieved 21 August 2025 – via [The Times of India](/source/The_Times_of_India). 1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** ["A rousing call to citizens"](https://www.deccanherald.com/content/594709/a-rousing-call-citizens.html). *deccanherald.com*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20220202071749/http://web.archive.org/screenshot/https://www.deccanherald.com/content/594709/a-rousing-call-citizens.html) from the original on 2 February 2022. Retrieved 2 February 2022. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** ["Chowka Review: Many stories, one impressive message"](https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2017/feb/03/chowka-review-many-stories-one-impressive-message-1566624.html). *newindianexpress.com*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20220202072021/https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2017/feb/03/chowka-review-many-stories-one-impressive-message-1566624.html) from the original on 2 February 2022. Retrieved 2 February 2022. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-8)** ["CHOWKA MOVIE REVIEW"](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movie-reviews/chowka/movie-review/56956577.cms?from=mdr). *The Times of India*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20220202072757/http://web.archive.org/screenshot/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movie-reviews/chowka/movie-review/56956577.cms?from=mdr) from the original on 2 February 2022. Retrieved 2 February 2022. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-9)** ["Chowka movie review: Packaged 'diluted' drama"](https://www.deccanchronicle.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/040217/chowka-movie-review-packaged-diluted-drama.html). *[Deccan Chronicle](/source/Deccan_Chronicle)*. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20220202073054/https://www.deccanchronicle.com/amp/entertainment/movie-reviews/040217/chowka-movie-review-packaged-diluted-drama.html) from the original on 2 February 2022. Retrieved 2 February 2022. ## External links - [*Chowka*](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6284474/) at [IMDb](/source/IMDb_(identifier)) v t e Dwarakish filmography Films directed Nee Bareda Kadambari (1985) Nee Thanda Kanike (1985) Naan Adimai Illai (1986) Africadalli Sheela (1986) Kizhakku Africavil Sheela (1986) Dance Raja Dance (1987) Jai Karnataka (1989) Krishna Nee Kunidaga (1989) Shruthi (1990) Gowri Kalyana (1991) Hosa Kalla Hale Kulla (1992) Rayaru Bandaru Mavana Manege (1993) Rasika (1994) Kiladigalu (1994) Kidnap (1995) Giddu Dada (1995) Hrudaya Kallaru (1996) Shruthi Hakida Hejje (1997) Majnu (2001) Films produced Mamatheya Bandhana (1966) Mayor Muthanna (1969) Kulla Agent 000 (1972) Cowboy Kulla (1973) Bhagyavantharu (1977) Kittu Puttu (1977) Singaporenalli Raja Kulla (1978) Preethi Madu Thamashe Nodu (1979) Kulla Kulli (1980) Manku Thimma (1980) Mane Mane Kathe (1981) Guru Shishyaru (1981) Pedda Gedda (1982) Adrushtavantha (1982) Nyaya Ellide (1982) Gedda Maga (1983) Ananda Bhairavi (1983) Adutha Varisu (1983) Prachanda Kulla (1984) Police Papanna (1984) Indina Ramayana (1984) Gangvaa Madhuve Madu Tamashe Nodu (1984) Brahma Gantu (1985) Nee Bareda Kadambari (1985) Nee Thanda Kanike (1985) Naan Adimai Illai (1986) Africadalli Sheela (1986) Kizhakku Africavil Sheela (1987) Sheela (1987) Onde Goodina Hakkigalu (1987) Ravana Rajya (1987) Dance Raja Dance (1987) Ganda Mane Makkalu (1988) Jai Karnataka (1989) Krishna Nee Kunidaga (1989) Shruthi (1990) Gowri Kalyana (1991) Hosa Kalla Hale Kulla (1992) Kidnap (1995) Hrudaya Kallaru (1996) Majnu (2001) Apthamitra (2004) Vishnuvardhana (2011) Chaarulatha (2012) Chowka (2017) Amma I Love You (2018) Ayushman Bhava (2019) --- Adapted from the Wikipedia article [Chowka](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chowka) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chowka?action=history)). 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