''Gowramma'' is a 2005 Indian

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-language

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film starring

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and Ramya in the lead roles. The film was directed by Naganna and produced by Shailendra Babu. The film is a remake of the Telugu film '' Nuvvu Naaku Nachav''. This is the third among a series of successful films under

– Naganna combination.

Cast

Production

In 2004,

approached Shailendra Babu to remake the 2001

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'' Nuvvu Naaku Nachav''.

Release and reception

''Gowramma'' received generally positive reviews from critics. '' Rediff.com'' praised Upendra's performance in the film and also stated that "Gowramma is an impressively enjoyable film, and a heavily recommended watch". The reviewer for ''Viggy.com'' praised the film and Upendra's performance, and stated that he looks different from his stereotype images in films such as '' A'' and ''

''. S. N. Deepak of ''

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'' terms the film "a family entertainer" and commended Ramya's performance while praising the camera-work and dialogues. It was a commercial success at the box office. It made a record collection of Rs.1.25 crores in the first week.

Soundtrack

S.A. Rajkumar scored the music for the film while Upendra and Kaviraj penned the lyrics. The song "Kolthalallappo" is based on "Balamanemo" from '' Leela Mahal Center''.

References

{{Reflist 2005 films Indian romantic comedy films 2005 romantic comedy films Films set in Bengaluru Kannada remakes of Telugu films Films directed by Naganna 2000s Kannada-language films