Yuva Rajkumar’s highly anticipated sophomore project, Ekka, officially kicked off with a traditional muhurtha pooja ceremony on Thursday. The event was a grand affair, where the film’s cast and crew came together to mark the beginning of the project and announce the film’s release date. The ceremony saw a number of key figures in the Kannada film industry in attendance.
Ekka is a collaborative effort between Ashwini Puneeth Rajkumar’s PRK Productions, Jayanna Films (Jayanna and Bogendra), and KRG Studios (Karthik Gowda and Yogi G. Raj). The pooja ceremony was also a significant moment as Shylaja Vijay Kiragandur of Hombale Films took on the ceremonial clapboard duties, while Daali Dhananjaya directed the first shot. Smt. Vijayalakshmi Ramakrishna, the mother of Karthik Gowda from KRG Studios, had the honor of switching on the camera.
Director Rohit Padaki expressed his excitement for the project, emphasizing the responsibility he felt in bringing this story to life. He said, “I am thrilled to take on this huge responsibility and will do my best to honor the trust placed in me by the three esteemed producers, the Kannada audience, and Yuva Rajkumar’s loyal fans. This film will strike a deep emotional chord with raw and powerful storytelling.” He went on to reveal that the film follows a man’s journey into the dark and dangerous underworld of Bengaluru, setting the stage for an intense narrative.
Lead actor Yuva Rajkumar shared his gratitude and excitement for the film’s launch, stating, “With the blessings of Goddess Mahakali and Appu Chikkappa (uncle), we are excited to start Ekka. It is an honor to collaborate with three renowned production houses and director Rohit Padaki, who is so versatile. I am confident that this film will leave a lasting impact on the audience.” Yuva’s enthusiasm for the project was palpable, and he expressed confidence that the film would resonate deeply with viewers.
Sampaada, who plays one of the female leads, also shared her excitement. She said, “Starting Ekka on such an auspicious note feels like the beginning of something truly special. I am eagerly looking forward to the incredible journey ahead and can’t wait for the amazing shoot experience.”
Ekka is billed as a gripping tale of a man’s descent into the dark and perilous world of Bengaluru’s underworld. The film stars Yuva Rajkumar in the lead role, with an ensemble cast that includes Atul Kulkarni, Shruthi Krishna, and Rahul Dev Shetty. The music for Ekka is composed by Charan Raj, adding an exciting element to the film's emotional and intense atmosphere.
The team behind Ekka is confident that this film will captivate audiences with its raw storytelling and powerful performances, and it’s certainly one to watch for Kannada film enthusiasts.
