Oke Oka Jeevitham - 2022

Oke Oka Jeevitham is an Indian science fiction melodrama film produced by Dream Warrior Pictures and written and directed by Shree Karthick in his debut year of 2022. The movie is simultaneously shot in Tamil (Kanam, which translates to "Moment") and Telugu. Sharwanand, Amala Akkineni, and Ritu Varma are the stars in it. In the Telugu version, Vennela Kishore, Priyadarshi, and Nassar have supporting roles; in the Tamil version, Sathish and Ramesh Thilak take their place. Production on the movie started in August 2019, with the majority of the scenes being shot in Chennai and Hyderabad. The COVID-19 pandemic caused an 8-month delay in production, which was finally over in November 2020.

The movie opened in theatres on September 9, 2022. It received favorable reviews from reviewers and did well at the box office as well.

Table Of Content

• Details

• Plot

• Release

• Reviews

• Cast

• Crew

• Character Analysis

• Songs

• Behind the Scenes

• Box Office Collection

• Interesting Facts

• How to Book a Personalised Celebrity Message from a celebrity similar to celebrities from Oke Oka Jeevitham on Tring?

Details 

 Plot 

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In the year 2019, three friends named Adhi, Chaitu, and Seenu are living lives fraught with disappointment. Aspiring musician Adhi faces career failure due to stage fright; Chaitu struggles to find a suitable bride, and Seenu rues his lack of focus during his school days. The trio's life takes an unexpected turn when they meet Paul, a scientist looking for a house to rent on the outskirts. A curious Adhi discovers boxes labelled '28-03-1998', a date from their past that has significant emotional anchors. Intrigued, the friends willingly embrace the opportunity to travel back in time to alter the course of their lives. In the aftermath of their failed attempts, the friends find peace in accepting their past. They realise that trying to alter their past is futile. Relishing the rare chance to revisit their younger days and witnessing their past selves' journeys firsthand, Adhi, Chaitu, and Seenu gain a newfound appreciation for their lives. They start a new chapter of their lives in 2019 with new insight and wisdom, underscoring the idea that one's actions in the present determine their future rather than their past.

Release

The film, which had been greatly anticipated by audiences, was officially released on September 9, 2022 following a substantial delay caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Initial public announcements in November 2021 had aimed for a release in February 2022. Unfortunately, the emergence and subsequent surge in Omicron cases necessitated a postponement. Despite the setbacks, the film has been awarded a U certificate, indicating its suitability for audiences of all ages. In a noteworthy business acquisition, SonyLIV successfully procured digital streaming rights for the film. Consequently, audiences were able to enjoy the film on the SonyLIV platform from October 20, 2022, onward.

Reviews

The film "Oke Oka Jeevitham" and its Tamil version "Kanam", received commendations from critics. The Times of India, reviewing the Telugu version, appreciated the narrative, rating it 3.5 out of 5 stars, and noted that the first half of the film was particularly engaging, albeit with scope for improvement in the second half. The Times of India gave the Tamil version the same rating while praising the filmmaker for emphasizing the emotional connection between a mother and her son. Priyanka Sundar from Firstpost echoed this sentiment, stating that the film presented a beautiful tale about healing from grief. On the other hand, Janani K from India Today, Arvind V from Pinkvilla, and Sakshi Post, while rating it 3 stars, appreciated its nostalgic touch and thematic depth but also noted that it could be seen as a "bumpy ride". Balakrishna Ganeshan from The News Minute rated the film 2.5 stars and appreciated its departure from traditional time-travel narratives, favoring an emphasis on human emotions. Bhuvanesh Chandar from The Hindu hailed it as a compelling debut by director Shree Karthick and an endearing tribute to his late mother. A critic from Behindwoods gave the film 3 stars, praising its solid performances and simple writing. The overall consensus was one of positive reception, lauding the narrative, performances, and thematic richness of the film.

Cast

• Sharwanand- Sharwanand is an Indian actor and producer who works predominantly in Telugu and Tamil films. In 2004, he made his acting debut in the film Aidho Tareekhu.

• Amala Akkineni- Amala Akkineni is an actress, Bharatanatyam performer, and animal rights activist from India. She has worked predominately in Tamil films, as well as Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada films. She was a prominent actress in the Tamil film industry from 1986 to 1992 and has appeared in many Tamil and other language blockbusters.

• Ritu Varma- Ritu Varma is an Indian actress who primarily appears in Tamil and Telugu films. Varma played the lead female part in the Telugu movie Pelli Choopulu after making appearances in short films and supporting roles.

• Vennela Kishore- Vennela Kishore is an Indian actor and director who works in films in the Telugu language. He was given the title "Vennela" after his first feature film, Vennela, for his comedic roles.

• Priyadarshi- Indian actor and comedian Priyadarshi Pulikonda appears in Telugu films. His performance in Pelli Choopulu earned him acclaim. In addition to supporting roles, Priyadarshi has starred as the main character in films like Mallesham, Mithai, and Mail.

• Nassar- M. Nassar is an Indian actor, director, producer, dubbing artist, singer, and politician who works primarily in the Tamil and Telugu cinema industries. He has also appeared in a handful of Malayalam, Kannada, English, Hindi, and Bengali films.

• Ali- Ali is an Indian actor, comedian, and TV host who primarily appears in Telugu films and on television. He has appeared in more than a thousand Telugu films.

• Ravi Raghavendra- Ravichander Raghavendra is an Indian actor who appears in Tamil movies and television series.

• Yog Japee- Yog Japee is an Indian actor who has portrayed a variety of roles. In Billa, he debuted in the supporting role of Ranjith, before portraying a police officer in Soodhu Kavvum and a negative character in Abrahaminte Santhathikal. Additionally, he has appeared in a few Telugu and Malayalam films.

• Madhunandan- The Indian actor Madhunandan appears in Telugu films. His film career debuted in 2001 with the Telugu film Nuvvu Nenu. He has worked in the film industry since the age of 19.

Crew

• Director- Shree Karthick

• Producer- S. R. Prakashbabu, S. R. Prabhu

• Writer- Shree Karthick

• Cinematographer- Sujith Sarang

• Editor- Sreejith Sarang

• Musician- Jakes Bejoy

 Character Analysis

Sharwanand as Adhi

Caught in a perpetual emotional turmoil, Adhi epitomises the human urge to rectify past mistakes, the death of his mother. His musical leanings give him a sensitive and creative streak. His struggle with stage fright reflects his internal struggle against life's harsh realities. His later contentment signifies acceptance and maturity.

Vennela Kishore as Seenu

Seenu, the regretful non-achiever, signifies the societal pressure for academic success. His role as a peon guiding his younger self brings out the irony, showing that it's never the 'positions' but 'intentions' that we hold, shape our future.

Priyadarshi as Chaitu

Chaitu, with his romantic concerns, represents young adults' fixation on attaining social happiness (finding a suitable bride). His new role as an autodriver to win over Sita highlights adaptability. His character imparts the lesson that it's never too late to work on personal relationships.

Ritu Varma as Viashnavi

Vaishnavi's character stands out as the compassionate and understanding lover who helps the younger selves. She connects the dots between the future and the past, offering a perspective shift for Adhi and his friends.

Yog Japee as Michael

Michael represents the archetype of scientists, innovative yet destructive. Their pursuit of a time machine manifests his obsession with technological control over time, space, and even life-death boundaries. Michael's death further underscores the destructive power of unbridled human curiosity.

 Songs

Behind the scenes

The filming locations were Hyderabad and Chennai. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, shooting was suspended in March of 2021. After eight months, filming resumed with the final schedule taking place in Chennai and concluding in November 2020.

Box Office Collection

The 9th of September saw the theatrical release of Sharawanand's Oke Oka Jeevitham, which debuted to weak box office receipts. Despite effective advertising and special screenings, the film's opening day performance was underwhelming. However, the film experienced a significant increase on Days 2 and 3, registering respectable weekend numbers. The increase in ticket sales was a result of the audience's positive word of mouth. Oke Oka Jeevitham proved that audiences will attend theatres if the content is engaging. After a solid opening weekend, the film continued to perform well during the week.

 Interesting facts

This film serves as Amala Akkineni's return to Tamil cinema after 31 years and to Telugu cinema after 8 years, as well as Sharwanand's return to Tamil cinema following JK Enum Nanbanin Vaazhkai.

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