Mata

Mata (2006)

Don't forget to give food when called for work

The movie primarily revolves around the events that occur within a contemporary matha/mutts, which are revered as one of the most sacred institutions in India. The movie beautifully depicts that enlightenment is only possible if emotions like anger, lust, desire, etc. are overcome.

Date of release
2006-02-10
Runtime
2h 23m
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Director
Guruprasad

Casting

Interesting facts

Mata is a 2006 Indian Kannada-language black comedy film written and directed by debutant director Guruprasad. It has an ensemble cast starring Jaggesh, Vaijanath Biradar, Mandya Ramesh and others. The director himself had a cameo in the movie.

Production

The film began production on 14 January 2004 and was in production for two years. The film was shot in a matha near Thirthahalli during the monsoon season. G. V. Iyer and Vadiraj were supposed to be a part of the film but due to their untimely demise, the former was replaced by R. N. Sudarshan. Former police officer Girish Mattannavar was paid ₹1.25 lakh for his two day role. Due to Vadiraj's untimely demise, he couldn't act in the film.

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