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EXCITEMENT BUILDS FOR THE GEM OF SANDALWOOD CINEMA, THE HIGHLY ANTICIPATED VISUAL SPECTACLE ACTION THRILLER MOVIE KD – KALIDASA’S SPECIAL TRAILER LAUNCH AT THE GLOBAL STAGE OF IIFA UTSAVAM IN THE REMARKABLE CITY OF YAS ISLAND, ABU DHABI, THIS SEPTEMBER 2024


Brace Yourself For The Ultimate Showdown With The Stellar Ensemble Cast And Crew Of KD – Kalidasa: Starring Dhruva Sarja, Reeshma Nanaiah, Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty Kundra, V. Ravichandran, Ramesh Aravind Jisshu Sengupta And Nora Fatehi Is All Set To Makes Waves During The Special Trailer Launch At IIFA Utsavam 2024



24th June 2024: Critically acclaimed star director in the Kannada film industry, Prem’s highly anticipated film produced by Suprith under KVN Productions, KD – Kalidasa’s trailer to be screened at the global stage of IIFA Utsavam in the remarkable city of Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, this September 2024.

Since its announcement, the upcoming action thriller movie, KD – Kalidasa has been making waves with its star-studded ensemble cast featuring Dhruva Sarja, Reeshma Nanaiah, Sanjay Dutt, Shilpa Shetty Kundra, V. Ravichandran, Ramesh Aravind Jisshu Sengupta and Nora Fatehi.

The film has been written and directed by Prem and produced by KVN Productions, the music is masterfully composed by Arjun Janya, which seamlessly blends with the stunning cinematography of William David and the expert editing of Srinivas P. Prabhu.

With a pan-India appeal, KD – Kalidasa is scheduled to be released in December 2024 in 5 languages: Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam and Hindi. 

Commenting on the occasion, the multi-talented Writer And Director Of KD – Kalidasa, Prem said, "I am incredibly thrilled to unveil a special trailer launch of KD – Kalidasa at the prestigious global stage of IIFA Utsavam celebration. As the director and writer of KD – Kalidasa is about the good and the bad, for example, when Rama existed, Ravana existed too. The film has similar lines. The film is not only a bloody gory story but it has a romantic and moral line to it. Gear up as KD – Kalidasa promises to be a blockbuster action thriller, a pure visual spectacle, produced under KVN Productions, I’m confident it will make waves across India as it releases in all five languages: Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi this year end. Can't wait!"

KVN Productions, Founder Mr. Venkat K Narayana added saying “The exclusive unveiling of KD – Kalidasa’s trailer at IIFA Utsavam marks the beginning of an exciting journey of collaboration. It presents us with a wonderful opportunity to reach a broader audience as we look forward to the film's release by the end of the year and make high octane pan-India cinematic waves.”

Celebrating the achievements and triumphs of South Indian cinema, IIFA Utsavam shines spotlight on the Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada film industries uniting the four major industries, presenting their rich tapestry of talent, creativity, and storytelling to a global audience.

Under the honourable patronage of His Excellency Sheikh Nahayan Mabarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance & Coexistence, IIFA Utsavam 2024 guarantees an exceptional two-day affair filled with fervor, talent, and cultural abundance. IIFA Utsavam 2024 is being held in partnership with The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, and Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi.

Join us for an unparalleled celebration on September 6th and 7th, 2024, at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, as IIFA Utsavam 2024 unveils a spectacular lineup of hosts and performances, showcasing the excellence of South Indian cinema. The grand opening on day one will spotlight awards and performances in Tamil and Malayalam, while the following day will be exclusively dedicated to Telugu and Kannada.

Grab your IIFA Utsavam 2024 tickets now!


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About Yas Island 

Located on the golden shores of Abu Dhabi - just 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai, Yas Island, offers holidaymakers a diverse mix of leisure and entertainment experiences. From award-winning theme parks such as Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, and Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi to incredible attractions such as the record-breaking CLYMB™ Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, and the thrilling Yas Marina Circuit (home to the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX™), visitors are bound to discover a world of entertainment options all within the 25 sq. km island. 


Yas Island boasts world-class shopping at Abu Dhabi’s largest mall Yas Mall, superb dining at Yas Bay Waterfront, Abu Dhabi’s vibrant day to night attraction and award-winning golf at Yas Links golf course. The island offers a year-round line-up of spectacular musical, entertainment and family events and houses ten incredible hotels, including W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, and The WB™ Abu Dhabi, the world’s first Warner Bros. themed hotel. With more than 165 dining experiences, the destination also features indoor and outdoor concert venues including WHITE Abu Dhabi and Etihad Arena - all of which are complemented by a range of visitor services that connect all attractions to one another.  

With the recent opening of SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the region’s first Marine Life Theme Park, Yas Island continues to add more attractions to its incredible roster. 


About The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi 

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors and its creative industries, fuelling economic progress and helping to achieve Abu Dhabi’s wider global ambitions. By working in partnership with the organisations that define the emirate’s position as a leading international destination, DCT Abu Dhabi strives to unite the ecosystem around a shared vision of the emirate’s potential, coordinate effort and investment, deliver innovative solutions, and use the best tools, policies and systems to support the culture and tourism industries.  DCT Abu Dhabi’s vision is defined by the emirate’s people, heritage and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi’s status as a place of authenticity, innovation, and unparalleled experiences, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.  

About Miral

Miral Group is the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, that contributes to the growth of the leisure and entertainment industry and Abu Dhabi's economic diversification. It conceives, creates, operates, and manages immersive destinations and experiences that attract visitors from across the world to create unforgettable memories, accelerating the realisation of the Emirate's tourism vision and growth.

Responsible for the development of Yas Island and overseeing Saadiyat Island's Destination Management Strategy, Miral's portfolio of world-class assets incorporates entertainment, leisure, culture, sport, dining, retail, and hospitality experiences, aiming to deliver millions of memorable moments for residents and international guests alike. These include SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi; Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi; CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi; Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi; Yas Marina; and Yas Bay Waterfront, home to the UAE's largest indoor multi-purpose venue Etihad Arena, amongst others. Miral also has several projects being developed on Yas Island and across the emirate, including teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, and a Harry Potter themed land within Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi.

Miral Group encompasses three subsidiaries: Miral Destinations, which promotes unique destinations; Miral Experiences, which operates a diverse portfolio of world-class, award-winning immersive experiences; and Yas Asset Management, which operates and manages a portfolio of vibrant destinations including F&B, retail, marinas, and hospitality properties across Yas Island.

For more information, visit www.miral.ae