Abhimani (film)

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Abhimani (Kannada: ಅಭಿಮಾನಿ) is a 2009 Indian Kannada-language film directed by Praveen Engineer. It stars Rahul Salanke and Nidhi Subbaiah, with Utthanahalli Jayaram as producer. The film’s cinematography is by John Arnold and it is edited by Malla Reddy. The music for the film is composed by Dharma Theja, and the soundtrack was released in 2009.

Release and language
Abhimani released on 29 May 2009. It is in Kannada and was produced in India.

Reception
- Rediff gave it 1.5 out of 5 stars, noting that Rahul needs to improve his expressions and dialogue, with Sharath Kumar overacting in some scenes; overall, it is an average film.
- The New Indian Express said the story follows a cancer diagnosis and how the protagonist’s mother’s dream is realized, calling it worth watching for the whole family.
- Deccan Herald praised Tara and Nidhi’s performances but criticized the comedy tracks and editing.
- Bangalore Mirror criticized unnecessary comedy and fight sequences, suggesting that removing about 30 minutes would improve the film.
- The Times of India gave 2 out of 5 stars, saying Rahul could improve, though Srinath, Chithra Shenoy, and Sharath Babu perform well, and the music by Dharmateja is acceptable.