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{{Infobox film
| name = Jolly
| image = Jolly (film).jpg
| caption = Title card
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| director = Dilipkumar
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| writer = Dilipkumar
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| producer = [[R. B. Choudary]]
| director = Dilipkumar
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| producer = [[R. B. Choudary]]
| writer =Dilipkumar
| starring = [[Abbas (actor)|Abbas]]<br>[[Keerthi Reddy]]<br>[[Kausalya (actress)|Kausalya]]
| music = Kavi
| cinematography = Ganeshram
| cinematography = Ganeshram
| editing = Jaishankar
| editing = Jaishankar
| music = Kavi
| distributor =
| studio = [[Super Good Films]]
| released = 7 May 1998
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| country = India
| studio = Super Good Movies
| country = India
| language = Tamil
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'''''Jolly''''' is a 1998 Tamil [[Drama]] film directed by Dilipkumar and produced by [[R. B. Choudary]]. The film features an ensemble cast of [[Abbas (actor)|Abbas]], [[Keerthi Reddy]], [[Kausalya (actress)|Kausalya]], [[Livingston (actor)|Livingston]] and [[Kushboo]] in the leading roles, while [[S. P. Balasubramaniam]] and [[Janagaraj]] also appear in supporting roles. The film was released to a mixed response in May 1998.<ref>http://www.cinesouth.com/cgi-bin/filmography/newfilmdb.cgi?name=jolly</ref> The film was dubbed in Telugu with same name.<ref>https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MeuWXkdADWk</ref>
'''''Jolly''''' is a 1998 Indian [[Tamil language|Tamil]]-language [[coming-of-age film]] directed by Dilipkumar and produced by [[R. B. Choudary]]. The film stars [[Abbas (actor)|Abbas]], [[Keerthi Reddy]], [[Kausalya (actress)|Kausalya]], [[J. Livingston|Livingston]] and [[Khushbu Sundar|Khushbu]], and features [[S. P. Balasubrahmanyam]] and [[Janagaraj]] in supporting roles. It was released on 7 May 1998.<ref>{{Cite web |title=jolly ( 1998 ) |url=http://www.cinesouth.com/cgi-bin/filmography/newfilmdb.cgi?name=jolly |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20060604002044/http://cinesouth.com/cgi-bin/filmography/newfilmdb.cgi?name=jolly |archive-date=4 June 2006 |access-date=30 June 2012 |website=Cinesouth}}</ref> The film was partially reshot in [[Telugu language|Telugu]] with the same title.<ref>{{Cite news |date=22 May 1998 |title=జాలీ: ఆ సినిమా చూసేవారిపై జాలిపడాలి! |trans-title=Jolly: You should feel sorry for the people watching the film! |url=http://www.zaminryot.com/pdf/1998/May/22-May-1998.pdf |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221112091755/http://www.zaminryot.com/pdf/1998/May/22-May-1998.pdf |archive-date=12 November 2022 |access-date=6 July 2023 |work=[[Zamin Ryot]] |pages=9 |language=te}}</ref>


==Cast==
== Plot ==
Gowri Shankar struggles financially and travels to Dubai in hopes of improving his family's fortunes. However, the encouragement of his mother and Chillakamma redirects his path towards education and stability. Enrolling in a prestigious college, Shankar encounters Anitha, also known as Anee, initiating tension between them.

Their relationship begins poorly when Shankar inadvertently ruins one of Anitha's paintings, earning her ire. Despite a well-intentioned compliment from Shankar on her birthday, a mishap with a gifted bicycle further strains their rapport. Anitha, deeply upset by these incidents, warns Shankar against any future gestures she may misinterpret.

As Shankar academically excels and earns admiration from both peers and faculty, including the respected lecturer Khusbhoo, Anitha seeks to alter her perception of him. However, a misunderstanding on a train leads to Anitha unfairly blaming Shankar for her misbehavior, and this results in his expulsion from the college.

The narrative changes with the introduction of Chakravathy, portrayed by Livingston, whose comedic portrayal adds depth to the story line. His antics and pursuit of Khusbhoo's affection provide levity and provide a diversion from the dramatic tension.

Eventually, with Chakravathy's assistance, Khusbhoo unravels the truth behind Shankar's dismissal, restoring his reputation. Shankar and Anitha, united in their quest for justice, thwart Chakravathy and Khusbhoo's nascent romance, opting instead for a pragmatic decision to register their marriage.

However, familial discord arises when Chakravathy's father, motivated by greed, manipulates Anitha's father into arranging her marriage with another suitor. In an attempt to evade this arranged marriage, Anitha and her friends seek refuge in Shankar's village, where a revealing encounter prompts Shankar to confront his feelings.

The impending marriage is averted when it comes to light that Anitha's intended groom is already married and involved in illicit activities. In the aftermath, Anitha's father implores Shankar to marry his daughter, but Shankar, steadfast in his principles, declines, pledging himself instead to Chillakamma.

Gowri Shankar's tale epitomizes the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, underscored by the enduring bonds of friendship and love that guide him through life's trials.

== Cast ==
{{cast listing|
*[[Abbas (actor)|Abbas]] as Gowri Shankar
*[[Abbas (actor)|Abbas]] as Gowri Shankar
*[[Keerthi Reddy]] as Chellama
*[[Keerthi Reddy]] as Chillakamma
*[[Kausalya (actress)|Kausalya]] as Anitha
*[[Kausalya (actress)|Kausalya]] as Anitha
*[[Livingston (actor)|Livingston]] as Chakravarthy
*[[J. Livingston|Livingston]] as Chakravarthy
*[[Khushbu Sundar|Khushbu]] as Nandhini
*[[Kushboo]]
*[[Annapoorna (actress)|Annapoorna]] as Gowri Shankar's mother
*[[S. P. Balasubramaniam]]
*[[S. P. Balasubrahmanyam]]
*[[Janagaraj]] as Janak Janak Kumar
*[[Visweswara Rao]] as Janak Janak Kumar's assistant
*[[Vadivelu]]
*[[Vadivelu]]
*[[Mansoor Ali Khan (actor)|Mansoor Ali Khan]] as Chakravarthy's father
*[[Mansoor Ali Khan (actor)|Mansoor Ali Khan]] as Chakravarthy's father
*[[Madhan Bob]]
*[[Madhan Bob]]
*[[Raja Ravindra]]
*[[Raja Ravindra]]
*[[Vaiyapuri]] as Govind
*[[Master Haja Sheriff|Haja Sheriff]] as John
*[[Dhamu]] as one of students in SPB's class
*[[Bandla Ganesh]] as one of students in SPB's class
*[[Madhusudhan Rao (actor)|Madhusudhan Rao]] (uncredited)
*[[Madhusudhan Rao (actor)|Madhusudhan Rao]] (uncredited)
}}


==Production==
== Production ==
[[Vignesh (actor)|Vignesh]] was originally meant to form a part of the cast, but was later dropped. Despite indications that Shiva would score the music, newcomer Kavi was given the opportunity.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indolink.com/tamil/cinema/Specials/97/Oct/a-z/atoz-2.htm |title=Archived copy |accessdate=2015-02-27 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150128025921/http://www.indolink.com/tamil/cinema/Specials/97/Oct/a-z/atoz-2.htm |archivedate=28 January 2015 |df= }}</ref>
[[Vignesh (actor)|Vignesh]] was originally meant to form a part of the cast, but was later dropped. Despite indications that Shiva would score the music, newcomer Kavi was given the opportunity.<ref>{{Cite web |title=A-Z Continued... |url=http://www.indolink.com/tamil/cinema/Specials/97/Oct/a-z/atoz-2.htm |url-status=usurped |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150128025921/http://www.indolink.com/tamil/cinema/Specials/97/Oct/a-z/atoz-2.htm |archive-date=28 January 2015 |access-date=27 February 2015 |website=Indolink}}</ref>
== Soundtrack==
{{empty section}}


==Release==
== Soundtrack ==
The soundtrack was composed by Kavi.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Jolly (1998) |url=http://mio.to/album/Jolly+%281998%29 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181002092651/http://mio.to/album/Jolly+%281998%29 |archive-date=2 October 2018 |access-date=17 March 2024 |work=Music India Online}}</ref>
The film opened to below average reviews, with a critic labelling that "Livingston could probably be called the saving grace of the movie. ".<ref>http://www.thenisai.com/tamil/movies-cinema/jolly-tamil-movies.htm</ref><ref>http://www.indolink.com/tamil/cinema/Reviews/articles/Jolly_92953.html</ref>


{{Track listing
==References==
| headline = Track listing
{{Reflist|2}}
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| title1 = Unnai Thotta Pattampoochi
| length1 =
| lyrics1 =
| extra1 = Sujatha
| title2 = Nandhavaname Nandhavaname
| length2 =
| lyrics2 =
| extra2 = Hariharan, Swarnalatha
| title3 = Idhu Vaazhkaiyil Thirunal (Friendship Day)
| length3 =
| lyrics3 =
| extra3 = Unnikrishnan, Swarnalatha
| title4 = Otha Kallu Mookuthi
| length4 =
| lyrics4 =
| extra4 = K. S. Chithra, S. P. Sailaja, Arunmozhi
| title5 = Jolly Sema Jolly
| length5 =
| lyrics5 =
| extra5 = Mano, Febi Mani
| title6 = Yele Yelo Nee AC Hall
| length6 =
| lyrics6 =
| extra6 = Mano, Anuradha Sriram
| title7 = A Plus B Square
| length7 =
| lyrics7 =
| extra7 = S. P. Balasubrahmanyam
| title8 = Ettukkum Pathukkum Idaiyilathan
| length8 =
| lyrics8 =
| extra8 = Swarnalatha
| title9 = Katchi Kodi Ellam Colora
| length9 =
| lyrics9 =
| extra9 = Swarnalatha
| title10 =
| length10 =
| lyrics10 =
| extra10 =
}}


== Reception ==
[[Category:Indian films]]
D. S. Ramanujam of ''[[The Hindu]]'' wrote, "Debutant director Dilip Kumar, who takes credit for the story, screenplay and dialogue, not knowing which portion of the theme to improve upon, the comedy aspect or the minuscule of a drama, sinks in the quagmire he creates".<ref>{{Cite news |last=Ramanujam |first=D. S. |date=22 May 1998 |title=Film Reviews: Iniyavalae / Harichandra / Jolly |url=http://webpage.com/hindu/daily/980522/09/09220224.htm |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/19991023045741/http://webpage.com:80/hindu/daily/980522/09/09220224.htm |archive-date=23 October 1999 |access-date=6 July 2023 |work=[[The Hindu]] |pages=27}}</ref> K. N. Vijiyan of ''[[New Straits Times]]'' wrote, "I liked the director's empasis on educational values. And, at least, you don't have a hero whose sole interest seems to be having a jolly good time in the campus".<ref>{{Cite news |last=Vijiyan |first=K. N. |date=23 May 1998 |title=Love story with a new approach |url=https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=ovVOAAAAIBAJ&sjid=ABUEAAAAIBAJ&pg=6772%2C590895 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240612134620/https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=ovVOAAAAIBAJ&sjid=ABUEAAAAIBAJ&pg=6772%2C590895 |archive-date=12 June 2024 |access-date=10 July 2023 |work=[[New Straits Times]] |pages=Arts 4 |via=[[Google News Archive]]}}</ref>
[[Category:1998 films]]

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==
*{{IMDb title}}

[[Category:1990s buddy films]]
[[Category:1990s coming-of-age films]]
[[Category:1990s Indian films]]
[[Category:1990s Tamil-language films]]
[[Category:1990s Tamil-language films]]
[[Category:Directorial debut films]]
[[Category:1998 directorial debut films]]
[[Category:Indian coming-of-age films]]
[[Category:1998 films]]
[[Category:Films set in universities and colleges]]
[[Category:Indian buddy films]]
[[Category:Indian buddy films]]
[[Category:Indian coming-of-age films]]
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[[Category:Super Good Films films]]
[[Category:Tamil-language Indian films]]

Latest revision as of 11:10, 3 January 2025

Jolly
Title card
Directed byDilipkumar
Written byDilipkumar
Produced byR. B. Choudary
Starring
CinematographyGaneshram
Edited byJaishankar
Music byKavi
Production
company
Release date
  • 7 May 1998 (1998-05-07)
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil

Jolly is a 1998 Indian Tamil-language coming-of-age film directed by Dilipkumar and produced by R. B. Choudary. The film stars Abbas, Keerthi Reddy, Kausalya, Livingston and Khushbu, and features S. P. Balasubrahmanyam and Janagaraj in supporting roles. It was released on 7 May 1998.[1] The film was partially reshot in Telugu with the same title.[2]

Plot

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Gowri Shankar struggles financially and travels to Dubai in hopes of improving his family's fortunes. However, the encouragement of his mother and Chillakamma redirects his path towards education and stability. Enrolling in a prestigious college, Shankar encounters Anitha, also known as Anee, initiating tension between them.

Their relationship begins poorly when Shankar inadvertently ruins one of Anitha's paintings, earning her ire. Despite a well-intentioned compliment from Shankar on her birthday, a mishap with a gifted bicycle further strains their rapport. Anitha, deeply upset by these incidents, warns Shankar against any future gestures she may misinterpret.

As Shankar academically excels and earns admiration from both peers and faculty, including the respected lecturer Khusbhoo, Anitha seeks to alter her perception of him. However, a misunderstanding on a train leads to Anitha unfairly blaming Shankar for her misbehavior, and this results in his expulsion from the college.

The narrative changes with the introduction of Chakravathy, portrayed by Livingston, whose comedic portrayal adds depth to the story line. His antics and pursuit of Khusbhoo's affection provide levity and provide a diversion from the dramatic tension.

Eventually, with Chakravathy's assistance, Khusbhoo unravels the truth behind Shankar's dismissal, restoring his reputation. Shankar and Anitha, united in their quest for justice, thwart Chakravathy and Khusbhoo's nascent romance, opting instead for a pragmatic decision to register their marriage.

However, familial discord arises when Chakravathy's father, motivated by greed, manipulates Anitha's father into arranging her marriage with another suitor. In an attempt to evade this arranged marriage, Anitha and her friends seek refuge in Shankar's village, where a revealing encounter prompts Shankar to confront his feelings.

The impending marriage is averted when it comes to light that Anitha's intended groom is already married and involved in illicit activities. In the aftermath, Anitha's father implores Shankar to marry his daughter, but Shankar, steadfast in his principles, declines, pledging himself instead to Chillakamma.

Gowri Shankar's tale epitomizes the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, underscored by the enduring bonds of friendship and love that guide him through life's trials.

Cast

[edit]

Production

[edit]

Vignesh was originally meant to form a part of the cast, but was later dropped. Despite indications that Shiva would score the music, newcomer Kavi was given the opportunity.[3]

Soundtrack

[edit]

The soundtrack was composed by Kavi.[4]

Track listing
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Unnai Thotta Pattampoochi"Sujatha 
2."Nandhavaname Nandhavaname"Hariharan, Swarnalatha 
3."Idhu Vaazhkaiyil Thirunal (Friendship Day)"Unnikrishnan, Swarnalatha 
4."Otha Kallu Mookuthi"K. S. Chithra, S. P. Sailaja, Arunmozhi 
5."Jolly Sema Jolly"Mano, Febi Mani 
6."Yele Yelo Nee AC Hall"Mano, Anuradha Sriram 
7."A Plus B Square"S. P. Balasubrahmanyam 
8."Ettukkum Pathukkum Idaiyilathan"Swarnalatha 
9."Katchi Kodi Ellam Colora"Swarnalatha 

Reception

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D. S. Ramanujam of The Hindu wrote, "Debutant director Dilip Kumar, who takes credit for the story, screenplay and dialogue, not knowing which portion of the theme to improve upon, the comedy aspect or the minuscule of a drama, sinks in the quagmire he creates".[5] K. N. Vijiyan of New Straits Times wrote, "I liked the director's empasis on educational values. And, at least, you don't have a hero whose sole interest seems to be having a jolly good time in the campus".[6]

References

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  1. ^ "jolly ( 1998 )". Cinesouth. Archived from the original on 4 June 2006. Retrieved 30 June 2012.
  2. ^ "జాలీ: ఆ సినిమా చూసేవారిపై జాలిపడాలి!" [Jolly: You should feel sorry for the people watching the film!] (PDF). Zamin Ryot (in Telugu). 22 May 1998. p. 9. Archived (PDF) from the original on 12 November 2022. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
  3. ^ "A-Z Continued..." Indolink. Archived from the original on 28 January 2015. Retrieved 27 February 2015.
  4. ^ "Jolly (1998)". Music India Online. Archived from the original on 2 October 2018. Retrieved 17 March 2024.
  5. ^ Ramanujam, D. S. (22 May 1998). "Film Reviews: Iniyavalae / Harichandra / Jolly". The Hindu. p. 27. Archived from the original on 23 October 1999. Retrieved 6 July 2023.
  6. ^ Vijiyan, K. N. (23 May 1998). "Love story with a new approach". New Straits Times. pp. Arts 4. Archived from the original on 12 June 2024. Retrieved 10 July 2023 – via Google News Archive.
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