Pushpaka Vimana
Pushpaka Vimana

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Pushpaka Vimana

2017
Movie
140 min
Kannada

A mentally-challenged father lives in his idyllic world with his daughter, both of them crazy about planes. In his quest to get his daughter that toy plane that she yearns for, he ends up in jail wrongly accused of a crime he doesn't commit. What follows is a bittersweet tale of a father and daughter trying to be together...

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IMDb6.5/10
Google Users78%
Director: S. RavindranathGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A devoted father, living in poverty, attempts to provide his young daughter with a stable and happy life, even going to extreme lengths to create a semblance of normalcy. He orchestrates a series of events, including a fictional mother, to shield her from the harsh realities of their situation. However, the truth about his daughter's identity and his desperate measures gradually come to light, leading to a dramatic and emotional climax.

Critical Reception

Pushpaka Vimana received mixed to positive reviews, with particular praise directed towards the performances of the lead actors, especially Yuvina Parthavi and Ramesh Aravind, and the emotional depth of the narrative. Some critics found the pacing uneven in parts, but the overall sentiment appreciated the film's attempt at a poignant and thought-provoking story.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its emotional core and strong performances, particularly from the child actor.

  • Some critics noted a predictable plot and occasional pacing issues.

  • The film is recognized for its sensitive portrayal of a father-daughter relationship amidst hardship.

Google audience: Google users generally appreciated the film for its heartwarming father-daughter story and the emotional performances. Many found it to be a touching and engaging drama, though a few noted that the plot could have been more original.

Fun Fact

The film's narrative draws inspiration from a similar storyline in the 1985 Malayalam film 'Sanmanassullavarkku Samadhanam', though it adapts the plot to a different cultural context and character motivations.

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