Half Mentlu[a] is a 2016 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama directed by Lakshmi Dinesh, starring newcomer Sandeepa and Sonu Gowda. The plot is based on a real incident that took place in Ramanagara in 2010, with characters inspired by real people.[1] The film was delayed and released in 2016 after being shelved since 2013.
Assistant director Sandeepa, who played a small role in Googly (2013), gave up his government job to play the lead role in this film.[2] Sandeepa was not to play the lead role but the director liked his mannerisms and chose him.[3] The film was shot near Nandini Layout.[4][5] Shooting was completed in 2013.[6]
Soundtrack
Music by Bharath B. J.[1] The song "Jeeva Haani Aagomunna" is not a part of the soundtrack album.[7]
The release of the film was delayed after the Censor Board's refusal to give films CBFC certificates.[9] The producer of the film attempted suicide after he was unable to release the film.[10][11]
Archana Nathan of The Hindu opined that "Half Mentalu, with its half-baked plot and misunderstood idea of love drives you mad, for sure".[12] Sunayana Suresh of The Times of India criticised Sandeepa's dialogue delivery but wrote that "The biggest highlight of the film are Bharath BJ's tunes. These come as much-needed respite between the confused narrative".[13] G. S. Kumar of Filmfare gave a similar review and criticised Sandeepa's acting and stated that "The only good part in this movie is its music, composed by B J Bharath".[14] Shashiprasad S. M. of Deccan Chronicle wrote that "there could not have been a more appropriate name for a film that highlights its shoddy making and the sad plight of the unknowing audience who watched a bit too much of it".[15]
↑ Mentlu is how Indians colloquially refer to a mental person.
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