Kotee ( Crore) is a 2024 Indian Kannada-language drama thriller film directed by debutant Parameshwar Gundkal and produced by Jyoti Deshpande under Jio Studios. The film stars Dhananjaya, alongside Moksha Kushal, Ramesh Indira, Rangayana Raghu and Tara. It marks the debut of Jio Studios in Kannada cinema. The soundtrack and score were composed by Vasuki Vaibhav and Nobin Paul, while cinematography and editing were handled by Arun Bhrama and Pratheek Shetty.
Kotee was released on 14 June 2024 to mixed-to-positive reviews from critics.
The film was shot in Bangalore and Mysore.
Sridevi S of The Times of India rated the movie 3.5/5 stars and wrote "At almost three hours, the run time is a bit excessive but the tug-of-war between Dhananjaya and Ramesh Indira makes this slow-burner a perfect family entertainer". Shashiprasad of Times Now in his review wrote "Despite a few minor hiccups, Param’s writing along with Daali Dhananjaya’s brilliant performance help Kotee hit the bull’s eye". Sunayana Suresh of The South First rated the movie 3.5 out of 5 stars and described the movie as "A Kannada film for Kannadigas amidst the Pan Indian movies". Reviewing for The News Minute, Subha J Rao wrote "Dhananjaya shines in an earnest, well-rounded film about money". A Sharadhaa of The New Indian Express rated the movie 3/5 and wrote "Like its protagonist, the film strives for greatness, albeit not always achieving it, yet its sincerity resonates, making the journey worthwhile".
On the Contrary Prathiba Joy of OTTplay rated the movie 3/5 and in her review wrote "Dhananjaya, Ramesh Indira in fine form, but Param’s debut directorial has massive soap opera hangover". Latha Srinivasan of the Hindustan Times in her review wrote "Those who love soap operas where the common man is the victor will definitely enjoy Kotee and root for him. Param's film could've been pacy". Vivek MV of The Hindu wrote "Playing a hard-working honest man, Dhananjaya excels in the titular character to become the saving grace in an otherwise bland film from Parameshwar Gundkal". Pranathi A S of the Deccan Herald rated the movie 2 out of 5 and described the movie as "Dhananjaya charms despite soap opera-paced storytelling".
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