Bete (2011 film)
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| Bete | |
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| Directed by | Srinivas Kaushik |
| Starring | Ayesha Akshay Ananth Nag Ishitha Vyas Adi Lokesh |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
Bete (transl. Hunter) is a 2011 Kannada-language film directed by Srinivas Kaushik. The film stars Ayesha, Akshay, Ananth Nag, Ishitha Vyas and Adi Lokesh an action-oriented venture, was released on December 16, 2011.
Plot
[edit]The film is a classic Kannada masala entertainer that mixes action, romance, and drama. It centers on a tough hero who finds himself in a whirlwind of intense fights and thrilling action scenes. Alongside the chaos, he falls for a love interest, sparking a romantic track filled with emotion and charm. The story follows his struggle to defeat enemies, protect his loved ones, and win the girl, all while keeping the audience hooked with its fast-paced, dramatic twists and larger-than-life moments.[1]
Cast
[edit]- Ayesha as Ashwini Chengappa
- Akshay as Sagar
- Ananth Nag as Ashwini’s father
- Pavithra Lokesh as Ashwini’s mother
- Ishitha Vyas as Kavitha
- Adi Lokesh
- Harish Roy
- Auditor Srinivas
Reception
[edit]A review on News18 labelled Bete a "sheer waste of time," criticizing its lack of originality and poor execution.[2] Similarly, Indo-Asian News Service’s review, while not detailed in its critique, suggested a lackluster response to the film’s narrative and presentation.[3] Deccan Herald also published a review that echoed these sentiments, pointing to the film’s inability to engage audiences effectively.[4] Critic from The New Indian Express wrote "It is worth watching if you want to see Srinivas in a new avatar and Ayesha in the role of a journalist"[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Action, masala and romance". The New Indian Express. 26 December 2011. Archived from the original on 16 March 2025. Retrieved 16 March 2025.
- ^ "Kannada Review: Bete is Sheer Waste of Time". News18. 16 December 2011. Archived from the original on 23 December 2023. Retrieved 15 March 2025.
- ^ "Review: Bete". NDTV. Indo-Asian News Service. 16 December 2011. Archived from the original on 23 December 2023. Retrieved 15 March 2025.
- ^ "Bbete [sic]". Deccan Herald. 16 December 2011. Archived from the original on 25 January 2025. Retrieved 15 March 2025.
