Date: January 30, 2025

Nani Faces ‘Copying’ Allegations Over Hi Nanna

Nani Facing ‘Copying’ Allegations Over Hi Nanna

Natural Star Nani has been basking in the success of his latest film, Hi Nanna, which has turned out to be one of the superhits of his career. The movie, which was released on December 7th, 2023, saw Nani play a father, bringing him closer to family audiences and giving him a fresh perspective in his acting journey. Directed by debutant Shouryuv, the film quickly became a sensation, earning praise from critics and fans alike. Now facing allegations of copying

However, despite the film’s success, Nani is now facing allegations of copying after a Kannada producer made claims regarding the similarities between Hi Nanna and his own 2020 film, Bheema Sena Nala Maharaja.

The Allegations by Kannada Producer Pushkara Mallikarjunaiah

Pushkara Mallikarjunaiah, the producer of several hit Kannada films like Avane Srimannarayana and Kirik Party, took to Instagram to accuse Hi Nanna of being a “copy” of his film, Bheema Sena Nala Maharaja. The Kannada film, released during the pandemic in 2020, had a unique storyline that, according to Mallikarjunaiah, shares common themes with Hi Nanna.

In his Instagram post, Mallikarjunaiah pointed out the similarities in both films, particularly regarding the hero’s narrative to the heroine. In Bheema Sena Nala Maharaja, the protagonist meets the heroine at a resort and tells her his love story, involving a child. Similarly, in Hi Nanna, the hero narrates a story to the heroine in a different setting. Mallikarjunaiah believes these parallels go beyond coincidence, leading him to claim that Nani‘s film borrowed ideas from his.

Nani’s Defense: Is it Really a Copy?

Despite the allegations, it’s important to note that both films feature common cinematic elements found in several movies. The trope of a hero narrating his love story to the heroine is something we have seen in numerous films over the years. Moreover, the idea of a heroine forgetting her past and later reuniting with the hero is not a new concept in the world of cinema.

In his response, Mallikarjunaiah clarified that while there might be some common story elements between the two films, he believes Hi Nanna is not a direct copy of Bheema Sena Nala Maharaja. He even went as far as to say that calling Nani’s film a copy and accusing him of doing a “cheap thing” was unwarranted.

Mallikarjunaiah expressed his disappointment with the accusations and emphasized that it was a disrespectful move to make such claims without fully understanding the context of both films. It is clear that while similarities exist, it would be harsh to label Hi Nanna as a rip-off.

Conclusion: A Case of Similarities or Copying?

While it’s common for films to share certain narrative elements, such as love stories and family dynamics, the debate on whether Hi Nanna has crossed the line into copying remains. The claims by Pushkara Mallikarjunaiah have sparked controversy, but only time will tell how this issue unfolds.

Nani has earned the love and admiration of audiences with his unique acting style, and it’s unlikely that these allegations will overshadow the success of Hi Nanna. However, this controversy raises questions about the line between inspiration and unacknowledged copying in the film industry.