Song: Guruvara Banthamma|ಗುರುವಾರ ಬಂತಮ್ಮಾ
Singer : Dr Rajkumar|ಡಾ.ರಾಜ್ಕುಮಾರ್
Lyricist: Chi Udayashankar|ಚಿ. ಉದಯಶಂಕರ್
Music: T G Lingappa|ಟಿ.ಜಿ.ಲಿಂಗಪ್ಪ
Kannada Movie: Bhagyavantha|ಭಾಗ್ಯವಂತ
Star Cast : Puneeth Rajkumar(Master Lohith), K S Ashwath, Aarathi, Jai Jagadeesh, Leelavathi
Director: Dorai Bhagawan|ದೊರೆ-ಭಗವಾನ್
Producer: S A Govindaraju|ಎಸ್.ಎ.ಗೋವಿಂದರಾಜು
Cinematography: B. R. Ramkumar
Edited by: P. G. Mohan
Year : 1981
Note: Veteran actor Dr Rajkumar and Thoogudeepa Srinivas made brief appearances in the film.
" This is a Devotional Song on Sri Raghavendra Swamy "
The film is a remake of director's own 1954 Telugu film 'Maa Gopi' which itself was a remake of 1953 Hindi film Bhagyawan and its Marathi version Soubhagya. The 1982 Hindi movie Anokha Bandhan based on the story Ramer Sumati by Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay had a similar storyline except for the climax.
The dialogues and lyrics were written by Chi. Udaya Shankar. Performance of Master Lohith were praised by critics and audience. The film featured original score and soundtrack composed by T. G. Lingappa. The soundtrack included two songs sung by actor Dr Rajkumar.
Story in brief:
The movie stars and revolves around the life of Krishna (Puneeth Rajkumar) who is considered as an unlucky child and is shunned by most of his family members except his paternal uncle, his uncle's daughter and his brother's wife.
Bhagyavantha is an emotional family drama centered around Krishna (played by Master Lohith/Rocky Rajendra), a young and innocent boy who is constantly misunderstood and mistreated by his own relatives. Born into a large joint family, Krishna is the son of a man who has remarried, making the rest of the family view him as unlucky and a burden. Despite his cheerful nature and pure heart, he is repeatedly blamed for mishaps in the household and is treated with suspicion, neglect, and even cruelty.
Krishna deeply longs for affection and acceptance. His only real sources of love are his father and a few kind-hearted individuals who see his good nature. In this emotional journey, Krishna’s devotion, innocence, and unwavering optimism become the moral backbone of the story. He often finds solace in spirituality, especially in his devotion to Lord Krishna.
As the plot unfolds, various episodes test the boy’s patience and goodness—yet he continually responds with compassion rather than resentment. Over time, several miraculous events and emotional turning points force the family to recognize Krishna’s true worth. They come to realize that he is not a symbol of misfortune but the very embodiment of good fortune and divine grace in their lives.
The film culminates in the family’s heartfelt acceptance of Krishna, highlighting timeless themes of kindness, family unity, and the triumph of goodness over ignorance and prejudice.
About the song:
“Vaara Bantamma Guruvaara Bantamma” is one of the most soulful and devotional songs from the Kannada film Bhagyavantha (1981). Sung with deep emotion and simplicity, the song reflects the innocent devotion of the film’s young protagonist, Krishna (Master Lohith/Rocky Rajendra), who sings in praise of Guru Raghavendra Swamy.
The song expresses a childlike faith in the weekly visit of the divine—welcoming the arrival of Guru Raghavendra on Thursday, the day traditionally associated with the saint. Through gentle lyrics and a soothing melody, the song highlights the boy’s trust that the Guru brings blessings, protection, and peace into the home. Each verse carries the warmth of bhakti, portraying the Guru as a guiding light in moments of hardship and misunderstanding.
Set within the emotional backdrop of the film, the song becomes a spiritual anchor for Krishna, who faces neglect and mistreatment from his family. His devotion to Raghavendra Swamy is shown as pure, unconditional, and filled with hope, reinforcing one of the film’s central themes—the power of goodness and faith to uplift a troubled heart.
With its melodious composition, heartfelt singing, and devotional depth, “Vaara Bantamma Guruvaara Bantamma” remains a beloved bhakti geethe that continues to resonate with listeners, especially those devoted to Guru Raghavendra Swamy.
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