Shivamma OTT release date: Backed by Kantara director Rishab Shetty, this Kannada family drama won hearts during its festival circuit with glowing reviews. Shivamma is now set to stream on Sun NXT starting April 4, 2025.
In this rural-set Kannada drama, Sharanamma Chetti plays Shivamma, a school mid-day meal cook who dreams of improving her financial situation.?
When she joins a multi-level marketing scheme selling health products, her status in the village begins to rise, earning her newfound admiration.
However, a sudden twist causes the community's faith in her to falter. With her savings invested and her hopes pinned on this venture, Shivamma is left to grapple with the fallout.?
The film explores themes of aspiration, personal struggle, and the consequences of chasing quick success.
The film features a cast of non-professional actors, including Sharanamma Chetti, Chennamma Abbegere, Shivu Abbegere, Shruthi Kondenahalli, Chennappa Hansi, and Shivanand Sadar.?
Produced by Rishab Shetty, the movie is written and directed by Jaishankar Aryar.
The cinematography of Shivamma is handled by Vikas Urs and Saumyananda Sahi. The film is backed by executive producers Shabarish Kabbinale and Shashikumar P.
Shivamma was first screened at the Busan International Film Festival and went on to win multiple awards during its festival journey.
The Times of India describes Shivamma as a story about a "kind, gritty, and go-getter" woman, highlighting that her flawed choices come from innocence, not selfishness.
Deccan Herald applauds the film's "sharp dialogues, evocative cinematography, and remarkable sound design," noting its success in bringing the rural setting vividly to life.
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