Maatonda Heluve: A Regional Love Story Breaking New Ground in Kannada Cinema By Mayur – Writer, Director, and Lead Actor Bengaluru : In an era where flashy trailers and star power often drive cinema viewership, a fresh, heartfelt film is quietly making waves in Karnataka—Maatonda Heluve. This debut rom-com not only stands out for its charming narrative but also breaks ground by giving voice to underrepresented Kannada dialects on the big screen. Written, directed, and enacted by Mayur, a first-generation filmmaker from Hubli-Dharwad, the film is being hailed as a new-age cultural rom-com that blends emotion, authenticity, and regional pride. A Love Story That Goes Beyond Tropes: With the tagline "Hubli Dharwad Hudugana Kathe, Mysore Hudugiya Jothe", Maatonda Heluve captures the beautiful contrast between two Kannada heartlands: the gritty charm of Hubli-Dharwad and the cultured grace of Mysore. The plot revolves around RJ Mayur, a passionate radio jockey hosting a show calle...
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