Ravike Prasanga Movie Review: A decently stitched social drama with a few misfits 

Ravike Prasanga intricately weaves the delicate fabric of feminine emotions, drawing attention to the oft-overlooked issues nestled within the folds of a simple blouse. Through the eyes of Sanvi (Geetha Bharathi Bhat), Santhosh Kodenkeri takes us on a journey that travels through the quaint landscapes of a South Karnataka village, where Yakshagana performances and everyday gossip serve as a breather to life problems faced by the people, especially ladies.

Director: Santhosh Kodenkeri
Cast: Geetha Bharathi Bhat, Suman Ranganath, Sampath Maitriyya, and Rakesh Maiyya

Sanvi is a vivacious yet apprehensive young woman, on the plus side, who finds herself entangled in the web of societal expectations and personal desires. Unmarried at 28, she harbours aspirations for a perfect blouse to impress a potential groom, seeking a suitor to appease her family's wishes, and constant pressure from her mother (Padmaja Rao), and her family, she navigates the precarious domain of modern matchmaking. However, her quest for the perfect blouse sets the stage for an unexpected turn of events. Entrusting her dreams to the village tailor, however, comes crashing down when a miscommunication with Chandranna (Sampath Maitriya) leads to a disastrous turn. Sanvi's journey takes an unforeseen detour, leading her and the tailor to a courtroom that captivates the entire community.

While the premise of Ravike Prasanga centers on the blouse and Sanvi's insistence on a single hook, the tailor's decision to add three creates a simple yet emotionally charged plot point. Despite the straightforward narrative of Sanvi taking the tailor to court, the underlying emotions are complex and relatable. One may seek logic in this situation, but any woman who has experienced emotional attachment to her attire can empathise with Sanvi's predicament. The film also addresses societal judgments on women, particularly concerning independence and fashion choices, portrayed through Suman Ranganath's character, enriching the story further.

Though the film boldly addresses issues of identity, agency, and societal scrutiny, the director's attempt to convey these messages becomes tedious at a point. Although the weaving of tradition and modernity serves as a reminder of human resilience, the storytelling, despite coming from a woman's perspective, with Pavana writing the story and dialogues, feels stretched in its exploration of various aspects of a woman's blouse. The editing process does not seem to align with the film's narrative flow.

The courtroom drama portions in the latter part of the film, introduce a lawyer (Rakesh Maiyya) known for his peculiar mistakes, leading to an impassionate yet relatable monologue. Despite some narrative fluff leading up to this point, the film benefits from good music and visually appealing landscapes.

The primary problem stems from poor communication between the director and editor, reminiscent of Sanvi's request for one hook resulting in three. The film also deviates from its intended focus, diluting its narrative. Nevertheless, the director and team's effort to highlight the significance of women and their connection to the blouse is commendable.