The eagerly anticipated Kannada-language action-fantasy film 45′, which stars Raj B Shetty, Upendra, and Dr. Shivarajkumar, is poised to make a groundbreaking contribution to cinema. This high-octane production, which brings together some of the most famous personalities in South India, is the directorial debut of renowned composer Arjun Janya. Suraj Productions is supporting it, and it will be released in Kannada, Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, and Malayalam on August 15, 2025, with a big Pan-India distribution.
Three outstanding performers. One enigmatic number. Shivarajkumar, Upendra, and Raj B. Shetty are all featured in the suspenseful Kannada action drama 45, which tells a compelling tale of fate, rebellion, and redemption. This aesthetically magnificent film, which was directed by music maestro Arjun Janya, combines action, emotion, and a profound philosophical twist. Nothing remains the same once the number 45 enters their lives.With its all-star ensemble, breathtaking cinematography, and emotionally stirring narrative, “45” seeks to transcend genres and establish new benchmarks for multi-star films. The creators have also arranged an exciting four-state teaser launch tour across India on April 15 and 16, 2025, all in two days, to get things started in classic blockbuster fashion.
The grand promotional blitz begins on April 15 in Mumbai followed by an evening celebration in Hyderabad. Next day morning April 16 movie team heads to Chennai, and wraps up with a show-stopping event at PVR Forum, Kochi.
Speaking about the ambitious launch, Director Arjun Janya shared:
“I’ve poured my heart and soul into ‘45’. It’s a story told with immense love, vision, and passion. Bringing together this level of talent to create a world that feels magical yet powerful has been a dream. This 45 PAN India Teaser Tour is our salute to the audiences across the country—we want them to be part of the journey right from the start.”
Dr. Shivarajkumar, one of the film’s towering forces, added:
“There’s something truly electrifying about ‘45’. From the moment I read the script, I knew this was going to be something special. This teaser launch is the first step in sharing that excitement with our fans. The scale is grand, but the emotion is even bigger.”
Upendra, who adds his signature charisma to the film, said:
“Being part of a project like ‘45’ is rare. The energy, the scale, the vision—it all came together so powerfully. With this teaser tour, we’re not just unveiling a film, we’re starting a movement. There’s so much more to come.”
Producer M. Ramesh Reddy shared his thoughts: “‘45’ is our dream project. We’ve always envisioned it as a film that speaks to audiences across languages and regions. This teaser tour is just the beginning—a soft launch that opens the door to months of exciting promotions. From trailers and songs to exclusive behind-the-scenes and fan events—we’re going all out to connect with people everywhere.”
Produced by Smt. Uma Ramesh Reddy and M. Ramesh Reddy, and written and directed by Arjun Janya, ‘45’ stars Dr. Shivarajkumar, Upendra and Raj B. Shetty under the banner of Suraj Productions.
The countdown to August 15, 2025, begins now—get ready for ‘45’, the film that promises to shake up Indian cinema.
