Draft:Appu (2024 film)


Appu
Directed byProsenjit Ganguly
Ajay Velu
Archisman Kar
Written byProsenjit Ganguly
Produced bySanjay Raheja
Suresh Raheja
StarringArjan Bajwa
Jasleen Singh
Rupa Bhimani
Abhijit Bhunia
Titas Chakraborty
Edited byAnil Kumar Yadagiri
Music byRoto Shah
Babu Shome
Rajkumar Sengupta
Production
company
Appu Series
Distributed byCinépolis
UFO Moviez
Release date
  • 19 April 2024 (2024-04-19)
Running time
92 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguagesEnglish, Hindi

Appu is a 2024 Indian Animated feature film directed by Prosenjit Ganguly, Ajay Velu, and Archisman Kar. The film is produced by Suresh Raheja, Suraj Raheja, and Sanjay Raheja. It is based on the Appu Series franchise.[citation needed]

Premise

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The story follows Appu, a young elephant calf, who embarks on a perilous journey across the ocean and through a treacherous forest to rescue his father from poachers. Along the way, he is aided by a loyal dog named Tiger and a runaway child named Neena. Throughout his journey, Appu discovers his extraordinary abilities and learns valuable life lessons.

Voice cast

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  • Jasleen Singh as Appu
  • Arjan Bajwa as Puttu
  • Snigdha Sharma as Dhuli
  • Aarash Diwan as Mitti
  • Rupa Bhimani as Thathi
  • Sabina Malik as Kaveri
  • Samay Raj Thakkar as Kannan
  • Manish Bhawan as Shakha
  • Anamaya Verma as Gajja
  • Trilok Patel as Pali
  • Malavika Shivpuri as Tara - Matriarch of the rival herd,
  • Titas Chakraborty as Titli - Tara's daughter.
  • Prosenjit Ganguly as Tiger - An abandoned pet dog who becomes Appu's partner in his mission.
  • Manoj Pandey as Don - The head of the poaching gang.
  • Abhijit Bhunia as Mahout - The man in charge of controlling the poached animals.

Production

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Voice recording sessions took place in Mumbai and Chennai.[citation needed] The music score, composed by Roto Shah, Babu Shome, and Rajkumar Sengupta, was created to complement the film.[citation needed] The production team worked with wildlife conservation experts to depict the challenges faced by elephants in the wild, with the goal of highlighting issues related to elephant poaching and wildlife conservation.[citation needed]

Animation

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The animation was created using advanced Sota technology to achieve 4K resolution.[citation needed] Directors Prosenjit Ganguly, Ajay Velu, and Archisman Kar worked closely with the animation team to ensure the visual style matched the narrative.[citation needed]

Release

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Appu premiered on April 19, 2024, in India with a collaborative distribution of Cińepolis India and UFO Moviez.[1]

Reception

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Archika Khurana of Times Of India rated the film 3/5 and concluded "Appu is a heartfelt film with a powerful message about the importance of protecting our planet's wildlife. Visually, the film shines with its storybook-like quality, which will appeal to young audiences. However, the storytelling is predictable and amateurish for adults. While the tracks are visually captivating, they contribute to the film's length without adding much enjoyment, and the background score lacks innovation".[2]

Filmy Charcha's TFC Desk rated the film 4/5 and stated "If you’re a fan of animated movies, then “Appu” is a must-watch for you. Presented in cinemas, this movie is a visual treat that will capture your heart. While you might have seen numerous animated films, “Appu” stands out as it seamlessly weaves together the essence of storytelling and animation" [3]

Shriya Gupta of One World News reviewed the film and stated that "Movies play an important role in shaping a child’s imagination. A similar story filled with imagination is going to be seen in the film Appu. In terms of the movie itself, its theme will be one of forest and wild animal protection. In addition, we will be able to comprehend the essence of animals without voices. The promo is excellent. When it is said that intelligence is the one trait that comes in handy when things get tough. In addition, it has been said that many decisions must be made at once during challenging circumstances"[4]

References

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  1. ^ "Animated Epic 'Appu' Set For Release: First Look Revealed". www.refersms.com. 25 January 2024. Retrieved 5 August 2024.
  2. ^ Khurana, Archika (19 April 2024). "Appu Movie Review: An enjoyable animated film with the message of anti-poaching". The Times of India. Retrieved 5 August 2024.
  3. ^ Desk, TFC (18 April 2024). "Appu: India's First 4K Animated Movie". THE FILMY CHARCHA. Retrieved 5 August 2024. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)
  4. ^ "Film Review Appu: India's First 4K Animated Feature Film, filled with courage, wisdom, and power". 18 April 2024. Retrieved 5 August 2024.
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Category:2024 films Category:2024 animated films Category:Indian animated films Category:2020s Hindi-language films Category:Indian children's films