Salaga is a 2021 Kannada-language action thriller film that marks Duniya Vijay’s directorial debut. Produced by KP Srikanth, the film stars Duniya Vijay, Sanjana Anand, Dali Dhananjay and Nagabhushan in lead roles. The film was released on October 14, 2021. The story of the film is gripping, revolves around intense action sequences and exciting plot twists that keep the audience on the edge of their seats. Salaga showcases not only Vijay’s acting prowess, but also his prowess behind the camera, marking his notable foray into Kannada cinema.
Information about Salaga
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Duniya Vijay |
| Written by | Duniya Vijay, Maasthi Upparahalli |
| Produced by | KP Srikanth |
| Starring | Duniya Vijay, Sanjana Anand, Dhananjay |
| Cinematography | Shiva Sena |
| Music by | Charan Raj |
| Production company | Venus Enterrtainer |
| Release date | 14 October 2021 (India) |
| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
| Box office | ₹22−25 crores |
Salaga Starring Cast & Crew
| Actor/Actress | Role |
|---|---|
| Duniya Vijay | Vijay Kumar / Salaga |
| Sridhar H Krishna | Young Vijay |
| Sanjana Anand | Sanjana |
| Dhananjay | ACP Samrat |
| BV Bhaskar | SI Bhaskar |
| Nagabhushana | Vijay’s Lawyer |
| Achyuth Kumar | Police Commissioner |
| Cockroach Sudhi | Savitri |
| Sampath Maitreya | Vijay’s Father |
| Usha Ravishankar | Vijay’s Mother |
| Yashwanth Shetty | Slum Shetty |
| Channakeshava | Juttu Seena |
| Neenasam Ashwath | SI Ashwath, Corrupt Officer |
| Sathyanarayan Ummatthal | Sathyanna, Constable |
| Rockline Sudhakar | Sanjana’s Father |
| Apoorva | Sanjana’s Mother |
| Shambhavi Venkatesh | Shetty’s Wife |
| Dinesh | Suri Anna |
| Shreshta | Kenda, Suri’s Brother |
Salaga Box Office Collection
| Day | India Net Collection |
|---|---|
| Day 1 [1st Thursday] | ₹ 4.80 Cr |
| Day 2 [1st Friday] | ₹ 3.01 Cr |
| Day 3 [1st Saturday] | ₹ 2.45 Cr |
| Day 4 [1st Sunday] | ₹ 2.15 Cr |
| Day 5 [1st Monday] | ₹ 0.85 Cr |
| Day 6 [1st Tuesday] | ₹ 0.85 Cr |
| Day 7 [1st Wednesday] | ₹ 0.70 Cr |
| Day 8 [2nd Thursday] | ₹ 0.50 Cr |
| Week 1 Collection | ₹ 15.31 Cr |
| Day 9 [2nd Friday] | ₹ 0.50 Cr |
| Day 10 [2nd Saturday] | ₹ 0.70 Cr |
| Day 11 [2nd Sunday] | ₹ 0.90 Cr |
| Day 12 [2nd Monday] | ₹ 0.35 Cr |
| Day 13 [2nd Tuesday] | ₹ 0.33 Cr |
| Day 14 [2nd Wednesday] | ₹ 0.28 Cr |
| Day 15 [3rd Thursday] | ₹ 0.25 Cr |
| Week 2 Collection | ₹ 3.31 Cr |
| Total | ₹ 18.62 Cr |
| Worldwide Collection | ₹ 22 Cr |
| Overseas Collection | ₹ 0 Cr |
| India Gross Collection | ₹ 22 Cr |
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Salaga: Story of Bengaluru’s Underworld
Duniya Vijay’s First Film as a Director:
“Salaga” is the first movie directed by Vishwa Vijay, also known as Vijay Kumar. He wanted to tell a story about a dark side of Bengaluru, a side he knows well. As a storyteller, he does an excellent job of keeping the audience engaged.
Story:
The movie begins at the Mangaluru ports, hinting at the smuggling of arms into Bengaluru. The story then quickly shifts to Salaga, a feared criminal determined to break a criminal network. His ruthless manner is put to the test when ACP Samrat comes into the picture, ready to stop the murders, leading to an intense and thrilling showdown.
How The Film is Made:
The film is just over two hours long, and moves quickly, eschewing the typical tone found in underworld dramas. The dialogues penned by Masti are sharp and effective without sounding superficial. The action scenes are intense, but Charan Raj’s background music adds subtle balance, like “Tagaru” and “Popcorn Monkey Tiger.” Editing and camera work are top-notch, showing Vijay’s strong control over the movie. However, the flashback sequences feel a bit too melodramatic and predictable, which stands out against the otherwise balanced tone of the film.
Strong Acting:
The actors give strong performances. Duniya Vijay leads it, and Dhananjaya plays a stylish new role. Sanjana Anand does a good job as a criminal’s love interest, and Vando Sudhi dazzles with her entertaining role as Savitri, garnering much praise.
“Salaga” is intense, full of violence and gore, which explains its A certificate. It may not be for everyone, but those who enjoy raw stories about roadies will appreciate it. The film ends with a thoughtful message, which adds a deeper layer to the bloody story.
