The trailer of Bilichukki Hallihakki, presented by Roaring Star Sriimurali, has been released. The film is produced, directed, and acted by Mahira fame Mahesh Gowda. The movie is set to release across Karnataka on October 24. Having already gained attention through its songs, the film’s trailer was officially launched by Sriimurali, who praised the team’s effort and appreciated the film’s unique concept, calling it a first-of-its-kind story in Indian cinema.
Speaking at the trailer launch, Roaring Star Sriimurali said, “This is the first Indian film centered around the issue of vitiligo. It’s commendable that someone who personally experiences the condition has taken on the roles of director, producer, and actor. I’m proud to present this film.” He also recalled a school memory about a friend affected by vitiligo and emphasized that the condition should not be viewed as a problem. Sriimurali further promised to support the team in the film’s distribution.
Director and lead actor Mahesh Gowda shared insights about the film, saying, “Just because the story revolves around vitiligo doesn’t mean it lacks entertainment. Bilichukki Hallihakki is a full-fledged commercial film. If a serious story is presented too heavily, it may fail to connect with the audience. So, we’ve used light humor to deliver a social message in an engaging way. This is a family-friendly film that will appeal to all kinds of viewers.”
The film is produced under the banner of HonnuDi Productions and stars Kajal Kundar as the female lead. The cast also includes Veena Sundar, Ravi Bhat, Jahangir, and Lakshmi Siddayya in prominent roles. The technical crew features Kiran CHM (cinematography), Monish (editing), Rio Anthony (music and background score), Aditi Narayan and Raghu (choreography), and lyrics by Prathap Narayan and Mahendra Gowda.
Two songs from the film have already been released and received positive feedback, followed by the trailer launch. Bilichukki Hallihakki is now gearing up for its statewide release on October 24.