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Interval
Directed byBharatvarsh
Written bySuki
Produced byBharatvarsh Pictures
Starring
  • Shashi Raj
  • Suki
  • Prajwal Kumar Gowda
  • Charithra Rao
  • Sahana Aaradhya
CinematographyRaj Kanth S. K
Edited byShashidhar Puttegowda
Music byVikas Vasishta
Distributed byVijay Cinemas
Release date
  • 7 March 2025 (2025-03-07)
Running time
143 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageKannada

Interval is a 2025 Indian Kannada-language comedy-drama film directed by Bharatvarsh and written by Suki. Produced by Suki in collaboration with Bharatvarsh Pictures, the film stars Shashi Raj in the titular role, alongside Suki, Prajwal Kumar Gowda, Charithra Rao, and Sahana Aaradhya.[1][2][3]

Plot

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The story follows three inseparable childhood friends—Ganesh S, Ganesh T, and Ganesh U—living in a small village. Despite their shared knack for mischief and underachievement, they surprisingly pass their 10th-grade exams and enter a mechanical engineering college. However, their academic discipline remains poor, and their carefree lifestyle causes chaos in the village.

Ganesh S quietly harbors feelings for Sihi, his cousin, but his irresponsibility puts a strain on their bond. A series of events, including a mishap during a festival and neglecting a promised vote, leads to the trio being disowned by their families. They flee to Bengaluru seeking a new beginning.

Struggling to adapt to city life and facing multiple rejections, the trio's lives take a turn when they meet Sahana, an entrepreneur. Through her, Ganesh S finds purpose and proposes a farm-to-home delivery startup. However, personal insecurities and social differences pull him back. As tensions rise, the trio returns to their village to confront their past and seek redemption.

Cast

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  • Shashi Raj as Ganesh S
  • Prajwal Kumar Gowda as Ganesh T
  • Suki as Ganesh U
  • Charithra Rao as Sihi (Voice dubbed by Vina)
  • Sahana Aaradhya as Nisha (Voice dubbed by Kuritha)
  • Ranganath Shivamogga as Masaru
  • Danam Shivamogga as Patel

Sound Tracks & Music

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The music and background score were composed by Vikas Vasishta, featuring five tracks under the Anand Audio label. The album was praised for its relatability to youth and emotional tone. It includes performances by All Ok, Chandan Shetty, Vijay Prakash, Sunidhi Ganesh, Vani Harikrishna, and Siddhartha Belmannu.

Tack Listing
No.TitleLyricsSinger (S)Length
1."Ganesh Song"Vijaya ShankarChandan Shetty03:41
2."Yeno Shuruvaagide"Pramod MaravantheSiddhartha Belmannu, Sunidhi Ganesh04:13
3."Unemployment"SukiAll Ok02:59
4."Text Book"SukiVani Harikrishna03:35
5."INTERVAL Title"Pramod MaravantheVijay Prakash04:02

Marketing and Release

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The first look poster was unveiled in Bengaluru in 2024, followed by the release of the first single during Ganesha Chaturthi.[4] The trailer, launched by actor Sri Murali, gained attention for its relatable story and rural appeal.[5][6]

Interval was distributed by Vijay Cinemas and released theatrically on 7 March 2025[7][8] with a U/A certificate[9]. It opened on 120 screens across Karnataka and enjoyed a successful 25-day run in several centers.[10][11]

Reception

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Critical response

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The Times of India described Interval as "a rural comedy bogged down by a weak second half", but acknowledged its effort in connecting with a regional audience through grounded characters and settings.[12]

Times Now called it "a comedy that rings a bell for youth", especially for those from non-urban backgrounds, and highlighted the film’s message on finding purpose in the face of rejection and failure.[13]

Cinema Express praised the film’s tone, calling it “a sweet break in the chaos of youthful life” and noted its open-ended climax as “symbolically aligned with the title”, suggesting that life’s transitions often feel like an ‘interval’.[14]

Bangalore Mirror wrote that Interval is "a unique Kannada film that speaks to today's youth", emphasizing its relevance for students and job seekers struggling with direction and purpose.[15]

The New Indian Express appreciated the film's balance of humor and drama, calling it "relatable and emotionally grounded" while recognizing its evolving tone in the second half.[2]

Regional media outlets echoed these sentiments. TV9 Kannada described the film as “bursting with punchy dialogues and youthful energy,” capturing the spirit of village life and mischievous friendship.[16]

Udayavani and Asianet Suvarna News appreciated its dual narrative—starting as a comedy and transitioning into a serious tale of responsibility—with Udayavani calling it “an experience of real life for three dream-chasing youths.”[17][18]

Vijayavani noted the film’s thematic shift, writing “even with nothing in the village, there's peace; while in the city, everything exists but feels empty.”[19] Eesanje stated that Interval is “a comedy-filled film that keeps audiences laughing throughout.”[20]

References

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  1. ^ "Interval Movie Review: A rural comedy bogged down by weak second half". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 27 April 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  2. ^ a b Sharadhaa, A. (10 March 2025). "Interval Movie Review: A sweet break in the chaos of youthful life". The New Indian Express. Archived from the original on 6 April 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  3. ^ "Interval Cast & Crew | Cast Of Interval Kannada Movie - FilmiBeat". www.filmibeat.com. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  4. ^ "New Ganapati Song From 'Interval' Out On Ganesha Chaturthi". Times Now. 10 September 2024. Archived from the original on 10 September 2024. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  5. ^ Sharadhaa, A. (14 February 2025). "Interval looks for March release". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 7 March 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  6. ^ Reddy Y, Maheswara. "Interval: A Unique Kannada Film That Speaks to Today's Youth". Bangalore Mirror. Archived from the original on 9 March 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  7. ^ Udayavani. "Sandalwood: ʼಇಂಟರ್ವಲ್‌ʼನಲ್ಲಿ ಹುಡುಕಾಟ, ತುಂಟಾಟ; ಮಾ.7ಕ್ಕೆ ಚಿತ್ರ ರಿಲೀಸ್‌". Udayavani (in Kannada). Archived from the original on 28 February 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  8. ^ Sharadhaa, A. (14 February 2025). "Interval looks for March release". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 7 March 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  9. ^ Feb 11, ByY Maheswara ReddyY Maheswara Reddy / Updated. "Interval: A Unique Kannada Film That Speaks to Today's Youth". Bangalore Mirror. Archived from the original on 9 March 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  10. ^ Apr 5, ByY Maheswara ReddyY Maheswara Reddy Updated. "25-day wonder". Bangalore Mirror. Archived from the original on 26 April 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  11. ^ Kannada, TV9 (8 April 2025). "How did the movie 'Interval' win? The film crew celebrates 25 days". TV9 Kannada (in Kannada). Archived from the original on 20 April 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  12. ^ "Interval Movie Review: A rural comedy bogged down by weak second half". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 27 April 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  13. ^ "Interval Movie Review: A Comedy That Rings A Bell For Youth". Times Now. 9 March 2025. Archived from the original on 7 July 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  14. ^ Sharadhaa, A. (9 March 2025). "Interval Movie Review: A sweet break in the chaos of youthful life". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 29 June 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  15. ^ Mar 7, ByY Maheswara ReddyY Maheswara Reddy / Updated. "Kannada Movie Review–Interval: Don't while your youth away". Bangalore Mirror. Archived from the original on 24 March 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  16. ^ Kannada, TV9 (9 March 2025). "Interval Movie Review: The dialogues in Interval are full of titillation, a nuisance for boys". TV9 Kannada (in Kannada). Archived from the original on 17 March 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  17. ^ Udayavani. "Interval Movie Review: ತ್ರಿಮೂರ್ತಿಗಳ ಮೋಜು ಮಸ್ತಿ!". Udayavani (in Kannada). Archived from the original on 13 March 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  18. ^ "ಇಂಟರ್ವಲ್ ಚಿತ್ರ ವಿಮರ್ಶೆ: ಮೂವರು ಹುಡುಗರ ಹಾಡು-ಪಾಡು, ಮನಸ್ಸಿಗೆ ಆಪ್ತವಾಗುವ ಸಂದೇಶ". Asianet Suvarna News (in Kannada). Archived from the original on 5 April 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  19. ^ "INTERVAL Review; ಗಣೇಶಂದಿರ ಗಲಾಟೆ, ಕಾಮಿಡಿ ಭರಾಟೆ". 7 March 2025. Archived from the original on 7 July 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
  20. ^ Sanje, Ee (11 March 2025). "ಇಂಟರ್ವಲ್ ಸಿನಿಮಾದಲ್ಲಿ ಕಾಮಿಡಿ ಕಚಗುಳಿ ; ನಕ್ಕು ನಕ್ಕು ಸುಸ್ತಾಗ್ತೀರಾ ಮಿಸ್ ಮಾಡ್ಲೇಬೇಡಿ". Eesanje News. Archived from the original on 17 March 2025. Retrieved 24 July 2025.
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