Ep 46 - Father's Day | Sandalwood's First Kannada Biker Film | Jimmy Jimmy the Show

Bengaluru just got its first proper biker film, and it's called Father's Day — a Kannada biker film that's revving up conversations across Karnataka! In this special episode, we sit down with the incredible cast of this Sandalwood release — Ajith Hande, Harshil, and Samragni Rajan — to talk about riding super bikes, chasing emotional truths, and shooting a road movie unlike anything Bangalore has seen before. Director Rajaram set out to make Karnataka's first true biker film, and Father's Day, released on 17th July, does exactly that. It's a story about a son trying to discover who his father really is — told through open roads, rural Karnataka landscapes, and the raw thrill of riding a super bike across unknown terrain. Ajith Hande describes it best: "Father's son biker film" — a journey, a road trip, and a story about two people meeting and understanding each other along the way. What makes this Kannada movie special is how it blends heavy emotional themes with light-hearted humor. Ajith Hande opens up about how the story mirrors parts of his own life — growing up with a father who struggled with alcohol and was, in his words, "there but not there." Samragni Rajan, the only woman riding a super bike in the film, talks about the imposter syndrome she didn't feel, learning to handle a heavy 1200cc bobber, and why she hopes women watching this film will say, "I can do that too." Harshil brings the theatre-trained depth from his years performing in Bangalore, discussing how Kannada theatre shaped his craft far more than his TV or film work elsewhere. The cast dives deep into the unconventional shooting process — mic'd up, riding live with two chase cameras, no multiple takes, no elaborate set-ups. It was an entirely different filmmaking experience compared to a typical Kannada movie set, shot with a lean crew across the rural belts of Karnataka. From navigating off-road terrain with pannier boxes to riding through remote tar roads, the actors share candid, funny, and vulnerable stories from the shoot — including run-ins with strangers, bike troubles, and moments of pure trust in director Rajaram's vision. We also talk about the broader biking culture in Bangalore — a city with a serious super bike community — and how this Sandalwood film captures that energy authentically, without turning it into melodrama. Expect real talk on brotherhood, on-road chemistry, Kannada cinema's evolving landscape, and what it took to bring a film like this to Karnataka theatres, now running and available to book on BookMyShow. This episode also touches on names shaping this movement in Kannada cinema — from the creative minds behind the scenes like Jyotsna Panicker and Joe Panicker, to crews like Gawle Boys and sound contributors like Alok, whose "All OK" energy on set kept things smooth and easygoing throughout the shoot. It's a celebration of independent Kannada filmmaking, proving Sandalwood is ready to experiment with fresh genres like the biker film. 🔥 Peak Bengaluru Moments (Highlights) 🏍️ Ajith Hande breaking down "Father's Day" in five words — and the personal story behind his character 🏍️ Samragni Rajan on learning to ride a 1200cc super bike for the very first time 🏍️ Harshil on how Bangalore theatre shaped his acting journey 🏍️ Behind-the-scenes of shooting live on bikes across rural Karnataka with zero retakes 🏍️ The cast's favorite biking locations and off-road adventures 🏍️ Why director Rajaram wanted zero melodrama — and how it still hits emotionally 🏍️ The trio's message to Bengaluru audiences: get on a bike, call your dad, go for a ride If you love Kannada cinema, Sandalwood stories, and everything about Bengaluru's biking culture, this is one conversation you don't want to miss. Watch Father's Day in theatres near you across Karnataka now, and let us know in the comments — will you be taking your dad for a ride this Father's Day? Timestamps 00:00 Introduction | Karnataka's First Biker Film "Father's Day" 00:00:33 What is Father's Day? Cast Introduces the Movie 00:01:33 Balancing Emotion & Humor in a Father-Son Story 00:03:10 Bangalore Theatre, Acting & Landing the Film 00:04:19 Personal Stories, Father-Son Bonds & Learning to Ride Superbikes 00:06:21 Shooting a Motorcycle Road Movie Across Karnataka 00:08:03 Best Riding Locations & Favorite Filming Memories 00:10:25 Behind the Scenes | How the Bike Chase Sequences Were Filmed 00:12:54 Fun Challenge | Who's Most Likely To? 00:14:09 Bike Quiz | Can the Cast Name Every Motorcycle Part? 00:16:27 Why You Should Watch Father's Day 00:17:27 Final Message | Watch Father's Day in Theatres