Arjun Janya's directorial debut Kannada film, '45' is all set to hit the theatres on December 25, 2025. Read on to know what fans have to say about the same.
The Kannada action film, 45 is all set to hit the theatres within a few hours. However, the first reviews of the film are out, and they are only adding excitement to the ongoing buzz. The action thriller, directed by Arjun Janya and starring Shiva Rajkumar, Upendra and Raj B. Shetty, will be released on December 25, 2025. Amid that, read on to know what the early reviewers have to say about the film, 45.
The Kannada action film is about to release soon. However, the early reviews of the film are out. On December 24, 2025, several users took to their X (formerly Twitter) handles to share their thoughts on the same. While some appreciated the direction and narrative of the film, others called it a blockbuster.The reviews made it clear that the audience is loving the action film. One user commented, "#45TheMovie Interval time. Absolutely fantastic so far. Never seen this kind of storyline before. Fresh narration."
Another user wrote, "Bang interval. No unnecessary romance and songs. Bgms and Shivanna's entry are fire." A third user gave the film 4.5 stars and penned, "Director @Arjun Janya Music delivers gripping storytelling with solid VFX & a goosebumps climax. @NimmaShivanna in 'God Mode' mass. @nimmaupendra & @RajbShettyOMK shine." A fourth user penned a long and detailed review of 45 and shared:
"45 is an eye-opener. 45 seconds slip. 45 minutes sink in. 45 days begin to count. Karma strikes early. Every action carries consequences beyond what we see. @ArjunJanyaMusic deserves commendation for explaining a culture rooted in #SantanaDharma engagingly and thoughtfully. @RajbShettyOMK walks as the common man. @nimmaupendra looms as #Rayappa. @NimmaShivanna aces #Shivappa...his avatars, spiritual depth, and rudra nartana... the soul of the film."
The upcoming Kannada action drama film, 45 is one of the most awaited films of the year, because of its powerful cast. The film scheduled to release on Christmas 2025, promises a blend of action, emotion and drama. For the uninitiated, the film, 45 brings together superstars, Shiva Rajkumar, Upendra, and Raj B. Shetty. The film will also star Rajendran, Kaustubha Mani and more in supporting roles.
The Kannada action drama marks the directorial debut of Arjun Janya. For the unversed, Arjun is already a successful music composer. While the makers have kept the plot under wraps, 45 is expected to be a film with fierce action and emotional depth. The film is likely to explore justice, power, redemption and moral conflict. As the film also stars a powerful cast, viewers can also expect intense dialogues.
Arjun Janya is a well known name in the Kannada film industry, mostly for his work as a music composer. Over the years, he has given multiple hit songs like Honey Bunny, Ondu Oorali, Pushpa Pushpa, Shivani, 90 Haaku, Kanasalu, Jaiaang Jaang, and more. Before becoming a music composer, Arjun was a keyboard programmer and assistant. With 45, he has taken a new and stronger step in the industry. In his personal life, he is married to Geetha, and the couple has a daughter.
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