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	'''''Bhakta Kanakadasa''''' ({{~~lang-~~kn\|ಭಕ್ತ ಕನಕದಾಸ}}) is a 1960 Indian ] film directed by ]. It depicts the spiritual journey of ] ~~who was~~ a devotee of the Hindu deity ], and a poet ~~belonging~~ to the Dasa sect. The film stars ], ], ] in major roles. This film, officially marked the 100th production/release of Kannada cinema, since its inception in 1934.<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.chitraloka.com/history/4020-history-77-records-in-number-s.html\|title=History 77 - Records In Number's\|publisher=Chitraloka\|~~accessdate~~=15 October 2013}}</ref><ref>https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/south-masala/karnataka-film-chamber-of-commerce-gets-set-to-let-the-secret-out/articleshow/64484219.cms</ref>		'''''Bhakta Kanakadasa''''' ({{langx\|kn\|ಭಕ್ತ ಕನಕದಾಸ}}) is a 1960 Indian ] film, directed by ]. It depicts the spiritual journey of ], a devotee of the Hindu deity ], and a poet associated with the Dasa sect. The film stars ], ] and ] in the major roles. This film, officially marked the 100th production or release in Kannada cinema, since its inception in 1934.<ref>{{cite web\|url=http://www.chitraloka.com/history/4020-history-77-records-in-number-s.html\|title=History 77 - Records In Number's\|publisher=Chitraloka\|access-date=15 October 2013}}</ref><ref>{{cite web \|url=https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/south-masala/karnataka-film-chamber-of-commerce-gets-set-to-let-the-secret-out/articleshow/64484219.cms \|title=Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce gets set to let the secret out \|website=bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com \|url-status=dead \|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180612142625/https://bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com/entertainment/south-masala/karnataka-film-chamber-of-commerce-gets-set-to-let-the-secret-out/articleshow/64484219.cms \|archive-date=2018-06-12}} </ref>

			The film features musical compositions based on the works of Kanakadasa, with music composed by ]. The songs gained significant popularity upon release. The film was edited by Govinda Swamy and ]{{Citation needed\|date=February 2022}}
	Boasting of lilting tunes including the works of Kanakadasa himself, the songs were held in high esteem. Music was composed by ], the songs turned very popular,

	==~~Story line~~==		==Plot==
	Kanaka, ~~who is~~ the chieftain of a fort wishes to marry a ~~lass,~~ played by ~~Krishnakumari~~, ~~much~~ to the ~~chagrin~~ of his ~~opponent~~, ].		Kanaka, the chieftain of a fort, wishes to marry a woman played by Krishna Kumari, which despleases his rival, portrayed by Uday Kumar. During a climactic battle, Kanaka finds himself on the brink of defeat when Lord Krishna appears and advises him to surrender to divine grace. However, Kanaka, known for his strong temper, refuses and continues to fight.
	In a riveting battle scene, Kanaka is on the verge of losing, while Lord Krishna appears and asks him to surrender himself to divine grace. Man of high-temper, Kanaka refuses and continues fighting.

			Kanaka is severely injured during the battle but is miraculously healed by Lord Krishna. After this divine intervention, he surrenders himself to Lord Krishna and becomes a ''dasa'' (servant) of the deity.His devotion and service earn him the trust of Sri ], the Royal Priest of Vijayanagar. Following Sri ] encouragement, Kanaka embarks on a pilgrimage to the historic Udupi Sri Krishna Temple. Upon his arrival, however, he is denied entry due to prevailing social norms.
	As fate would have it, Kanaka is mortally wounded and healed by Lord Krishna. Surrendering himself to the divinty, Kanaka becomes a dasa to the Lord.
	With his unflinching devotion, dedication, he gets the trust of a Guru.
	Inspired by his Guru to visit the historic Udupi Sri Krishna Temple, Kanaka reaches there, only to be denied entry.

			Kanaka is accused of defying the law and is subjected to punishment. As his eyes are about to be gouged, it is believed that a miraculous event occurs: the idol of Lord Krishna at the Udupi Sri Krishna Temple is said to have turned around, breaking through the wall to offer ''Darshana'' (divine vision) to Kanaka. This event is traditionally associated with the creation of "]" (Kanaka's Window), which remains a revered site.
	Kanaka is charged with defying law and is punished. His eyes are about to be gouged, Miracle happens.
	Lord Krishna's idol turns around, breaks opens the wall and offers Darshan to Kanaka. This supposedly led to the formation of ].

	Kanaka is ~~accepted~~ as a ~~true Saint~~ by ~~the~~ society and ~~spends~~ his life singing ~~praise~~ of ~~the~~ Lord and composing ~~poems~~ ~~on Lord~~, including ], Rama ~~dhyaana~~ ~~charitre~~.		Following this event, Kanaka is recognized as a saint by society and dedicates the rest of his life to singing praises of Lord Krishna and composing devotional works, including ''Mohana Tarangini'' and ''Rama Dhyaana Charitre''.

			==Cast==
			* ]
			* ]
			* Sorat Ashwath
			* ]
			* ]
			* ]
			* Hanumanthachar
			* ]
			* Ramachandra Shastry
			* ]
			* Krishna Shastry

	==Soundtrack==		==Soundtrack==
	===Track list===
	{\|class="wikitable"		{\|class="wikitable"
	! Sl No. !! Song Title !! Singer(s)		! Sl No. !! Song Title !! Singer(s)
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	\| 4 \|\| "Chinnadante Chinna" \|\| S. Janaki		\| 4 \|\| "Chinnadante Chinna" \|\| S. Janaki
	\|-		\|-
	\| 5 \|\| "Deena ~~naanu~~ ( Baagilanu ~~teredu~~) " \|\| P. B. Sreenivas		\| 5 \|\| "Deena Naanu" (Baagilanu Teredu) \|\| P. B. Sreenivas
	\|-		\|-
	\| 6 \|\| "Eesha Ninna Charana" \|\| P. B. Sreenivas		\| 6 \|\| "Eesha Ninna Charana" \|\| P. B. Sreenivas
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	\| 8 \|\| "Enthuge Ninna Deha" \|\| P. B. Sreenivas		\| 8 \|\| "Enthuge Ninna Deha" \|\| P. B. Sreenivas
	\|-		\|-
	\| 9 \|\| "Shringaara Sheela" \|\| P. B. Sreenivas & S. Janaki		\| 9 \|\| "Shringaara Sheela" \|\| P. B. Sreenivas, S. Janaki
	\|-		\|-
	\|}		\|}
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	==Awards==		==Awards==
	;]		;]
	* ]: ]<ref name="8thaward">{{cite web\|url=http://iffi.nic.in/Dff2011/Frm8thNFAAward.aspx\|title=8th National Film Awards\|publisher=]\|~~accessdate~~=7 September 2011\|~~deadurl~~=~~yes~~\|~~archiveurl~~=https://web.archive.org/web/20161123052231/http://iffi.nic.in/Dff2011/Frm8thNFAAward.aspx\|~~archivedate~~=23 November 2016\|df=dmy-all}}</ref>		* ]: ]<ref name="8thaward">{{cite web\|url=http://iffi.nic.in/Dff2011/Frm8thNFAAward.aspx\|title=8th National Film Awards\|publisher=]\|access-date=7 September 2011\|url-status=dead\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161123052231/http://iffi.nic.in/Dff2011/Frm8thNFAAward.aspx\|archive-date=23 November 2016\|df=dmy-all}}</ref>

	==References==		==References==
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	==External links==		==External links==
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	*{{cite web\|url=http://churumuri.wordpress.com/2006/04/12/dr-raj-kumars-top-10-films/\|title=Dr Raj ~~Kumar’s~~ Top-10 Films\|date=12 April 2006\|website=Churumuri.wordpress.com\|~~accessdate~~=1 October 2017}}		*{{cite web\|url=http://churumuri.wordpress.com/2006/04/12/dr-raj-kumars-top-10-films/\|title=Dr Raj Kumar's Top-10 Films\|date=12 April 2006\|website=Churumuri.wordpress.com\|access-date=1 October 2017}}
	*{{cite web\|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/2006/apr/17raj.htm\|title=The best of Dr Rajkumar\|website=Rediff.com\|~~accessdate~~=1 October 2017}}		*{{cite web\|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/2006/apr/17raj.htm\|title=The best of Dr Rajkumar\|website=Rediff.com\|access-date=1 October 2017}}
	*{{cite web\|url=http://ellakavi.wordpress.com/2007/11/26/rajkumar-in-bhakta-kanakadasa/\|title=Rajkumar in Bhakta Kanakadasa\|date=26 November 2007\|website=Ellakavi.wordpress.com\|~~accessdate~~=1 October 2017}}		*{{cite web\|url=http://ellakavi.wordpress.com/2007/11/26/rajkumar-in-bhakta-kanakadasa/\|title=Rajkumar in Bhakta Kanakadasa\|date=26 November 2007\|website=Ellakavi.wordpress.com\|access-date=1 October 2017}}
	*{{cite web\|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140717163249/http://bestkannadamp3songs.blogspot.in/2013/05/bhakta-kanakadasa-kannada-mp3-songs.html\|title=Best Kannada MP3 Songs: Bhakta Kanakadasa Kannada MP3 Songs\|date=17 July 2014\|~~website=Web.archive.org\|accessdate~~=1 October 2017}}		*{{cite web\|url=http://bestkannadamp3songs.blogspot.in/2013/05/bhakta-kanakadasa-kannada-mp3-songs.html\|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140717163249/http://bestkannadamp3songs.blogspot.in/2013/05/bhakta-kanakadasa-kannada-mp3-songs.html\|url-status=dead\|archive-date=17 July 2014\|title=Best Kannada MP3 Songs: Bhakta Kanakadasa Kannada MP3 Songs\|date=17 July 2014\|access-date=1 October 2017}}

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Bhakta Kanakadasa

Directed by	Y. R. Swamy
Screenplay by	Hunsur Krishnamurthy
Story by	Hunsur Krishnamurthy
Produced by	D. R. Naidu
Starring	Dr.Rajkumar
Cinematography	R. Madhu
Edited by	Govinda Swamy M.S. Parthasarathy
Music by	M. Venkataraju
Distributed by	Shaymprasad Movies
Release date	30 November 1960 (1960-11-30)
Running time	127 minutes
Country	India
Language	Kannada

Bhakta Kanakadasa (Kannada: ಭಕ್ತ ಕನಕದಾಸ) is a 1960 Indian Kannada language film, directed by Y. R. Swamy. It depicts the spiritual journey of Kanakadasa, a devotee of the Hindu deity Krishna, and a poet associated with the Dasa sect. The film stars Rajkumar, Krishna Kumari and Udaykumar in the major roles. This film, officially marked the 100th production or release in Kannada cinema, since its inception in 1934.

The film features musical compositions based on the works of Kanakadasa, with music composed by M. Venkataraju. The songs gained significant popularity upon release. The film was edited by Govinda Swamy and M.S. Parthasarathy

Plot

Kanaka, the chieftain of a fort, wishes to marry a woman played by Krishna Kumari, which despleases his rival, portrayed by Uday Kumar. During a climactic battle, Kanaka finds himself on the brink of defeat when Lord Krishna appears and advises him to surrender to divine grace. However, Kanaka, known for his strong temper, refuses and continues to fight.

Kanaka is severely injured during the battle but is miraculously healed by Lord Krishna. After this divine intervention, he surrenders himself to Lord Krishna and becomes a dasa (servant) of the deity.His devotion and service earn him the trust of Sri Vyasatirtha, the Royal Priest of Vijayanagar. Following Sri Vyasatirtha encouragement, Kanaka embarks on a pilgrimage to the historic Udupi Sri Krishna Temple. Upon his arrival, however, he is denied entry due to prevailing social norms.

Kanaka is accused of defying the law and is subjected to punishment. As his eyes are about to be gouged, it is believed that a miraculous event occurs: the idol of Lord Krishna at the Udupi Sri Krishna Temple is said to have turned around, breaking through the wall to offer Darshana (divine vision) to Kanaka. This event is traditionally associated with the creation of "Kanakana kindi" (Kanaka's Window), which remains a revered site.

Following this event, Kanaka is recognized as a saint by society and dedicates the rest of his life to singing praises of Lord Krishna and composing devotional works, including Mohana Tarangini and Rama Dhyaana Charitre.

Cast

Rajkumar
Udaya Kumar
Sorat Ashwath
Krishnakumari
M. N. Lakshmi Devi
Narasimharaju
Hanumanthachar
K. S. Ashwath
Ramachandra Shastry
M. Jayashree
Krishna Shastry

Soundtrack

Sl No.	Song Title	Singer(s)
1	"Kula Kula Kulavendu"	P. B. Sreenivas
2	"Badukidenu Badukidenu"	P. B. Sreenivas
3	"Balli Balli"	S. Janaki
4	"Chinnadante Chinna"	S. Janaki
5	"Deena Naanu" (Baagilanu Teredu)	P. B. Sreenivas
6	"Eesha Ninna Charana"	P. B. Sreenivas
7	"Eethaneega Vasudevanu"	P. B. Sreenivas
8	"Enthuge Ninna Deha"	P. B. Sreenivas
9	"Shringaara Sheela"	P. B. Sreenivas, S. Janaki

Awards

National Film Awards

1960: Certificate of Merit for Best Feature Film in Kannada

References

"History 77 - Records In Number's". Chitraloka. Retrieved 15 October 2013.
"Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce gets set to let the secret out". bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com. Archived from the original on 12 June 2018.
"8th National Film Awards". International Film Festival of India. Archived from the original on 23 November 2016. Retrieved 7 September 2011.

External links

Bhakta Kanakadasa at IMDb
"Dr Raj Kumar's Top-10 Films". Churumuri.wordpress.com. 12 April 2006. Retrieved 1 October 2017.
"The best of Dr Rajkumar". Rediff.com. Retrieved 1 October 2017.
"Rajkumar in Bhakta Kanakadasa". Ellakavi.wordpress.com. 26 November 2007. Retrieved 1 October 2017.
"Best Kannada MP3 Songs: Bhakta Kanakadasa Kannada MP3 Songs". 17 July 2014. Archived from the original on 17 July 2014. Retrieved 1 October 2017.

v t e Films directed by Y. R. Swamy
Pratigna (1953) Vanjam (1953) Vaddante Dabbu / Panam Paduthum Padu (1954) Renuka Mahatme (1956) Bhakta Kanakadasa (1960) Swarna Gowri (1962) Jenu Goodu (1963) Muriyada Mane (1964) Vathsalya (1965) Katari Veera (1966) Sathi Sukanya (1967) Muddu Meena (1967) Mamathe (1968) Atthegondu Kala Sosegondu Kala (1968) Bhale Raja (1969) Bhale Jodi (1970) Devara Makkalu (1970) Paropakari (1970) Sipayi Ramu (1972) Bhale Huchcha (1972) Nanda Gokula (1972) Bidugade (1973) Swyamvara (1973) Mooroovare Vajragalu (1973) Maga Mommaga (1974) Mane Belaku (1975) Devara Kannu (1975) Aparadhi (1976) Pavana Ganga (1977) Thayigintha Devarilla (1977) Kudure Mukha (1978) Muyyige Muyyi (1978) Pakka Kalla (1979) Atthege Thakka Sose (1979) Savathiya Neralu (1979) Jari Bidda Jana (1980) Apoorva Sangama (1984) Bangaradantha Maga (1991)

Films directed by Y. R. Swamy

Pratigna (1953)
Vanjam (1953)
Vaddante Dabbu / Panam Paduthum Padu (1954)
Renuka Mahatme (1956)
Bhakta Kanakadasa (1960)
Swarna Gowri (1962)
Jenu Goodu (1963)
Muriyada Mane (1964)
Vathsalya (1965)
Katari Veera (1966)
Sathi Sukanya (1967)
Muddu Meena (1967)
Mamathe (1968)
Atthegondu Kala Sosegondu Kala (1968)
Bhale Raja (1969)
Bhale Jodi (1970)
Devara Makkalu (1970)
Paropakari (1970)
Sipayi Ramu (1972)
Bhale Huchcha (1972)
Nanda Gokula (1972)
Bidugade (1973)
Swyamvara (1973)
Mooroovare Vajragalu (1973)
Maga Mommaga (1974)
Mane Belaku (1975)
Devara Kannu (1975)
Aparadhi (1976)
Pavana Ganga (1977)
Thayigintha Devarilla (1977)
Kudure Mukha (1978)
Muyyige Muyyi (1978)
Pakka Kalla (1979)
Atthege Thakka Sose (1979)
Savathiya Neralu (1979)
Jari Bidda Jana (1980)
Apoorva Sangama (1984)
Bangaradantha Maga (1991)

National Film Award for Best Kannada Feature Film

1954–1960

– (1954) – (1955) – (1956) Premada Putri (1957) School Master (1958) – (1959) – (1960)
Certificate of Merit	Bedara Kannappa (1954) Mahakavi Kalidasa (1955) Bhakta Vijaya (1956) – (1957) – (1958) Jagajyothi Basveshwara (1959) Bhakta Kanakadasa (1960)

1961–1980

Certificate of Merit

– (1961)
– (1962)
Mangala Muhurta (1963)
Navajeevana and Mane Aliya (1964)
Miss Leelavathi and Maduve Madi Nodu (1965)
Discontinued after 1965

1981–2000

2001–2020

2021–present

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KGF: Chapter 2 (2022)

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