''Masti '' is a 2007 Indian

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-language romantic

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directed by Shivamani and starring

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and

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. The film gathered some controversy for its title from fringe Kannada groups, who felt it was an insult to

Masti Venkatesha Iyengar Masti Venkatesha Iyengar (6 June 1891 – 6 June 1986) was a well-known writer in Kannada language. He was the fourth among Kannada writers to be honored with the Jnanpith Award, the highest literary honor conferred in India. He was popularly r ...

Cast

Soundtrack

The music was composed by

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and released by Jhankar Music.

Reception

Critical response

R. G. Vijayasarathy of ''

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'' wrote that "''Masti'' is a better offering which may be remembered for Upendra's performance and high technical values". A critic from ''

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'' wrote that "The film marks a new innings in Upendra's career. While ''OM'' remains one of his best directed films, Masti certainly can be termed as one of his best performances".

References

External links

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