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{{short description|Indian Kannada-language romantic comedy film}}
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{{Infobox film
| name = Full Meals
| image = Full Meals poster.jpg
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = Vinayaka N
| writer =
| screenplay = Vinayaka N
| story = Vinayaka N
| producer = [[Likith Shetty]]
| starring = [[Likith Shetty]] <br />[[Kushee Ravi]] <br /> Thejaswini Sharma
| narrator =
| cinematography = Manohar Joshi
| editing = Deepu S. Kumar
| music = [[Gurukiran]]
| studio = Ambiencia Productions
| distributor = [[Jayanna Films]]
| released = {{Film date|2025|11|21|df=y|ref1=}}
| runtime = 133 minutes
| country = India
| language = Kannada
| budget =
| gross =
}}

'''''Full Meals''''' is a 2025 Indian [[Kannada language|Kannada]]-language [[romantic comedy]] film written and directed by N. Vinayaka, making his debut.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://indiatodaypost.com/n-vinayakas-directorial-debut-romantic-comedy-film-full-meals/|title=N Vinayaka’s directorial debut romantic comedy film ‘Full Meals’|work=India today post|date=22 February 2023}}</ref> Produced by [[Likith Shetty]] under the banner Ambiencia Productions, the film stars Likith Shetty, [[Kushee Ravi]] and Thejaswini Sharma in lead roles, with [[Rangayana Raghu]], [[Vijay Chendoor]] and others in supporting roles.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/kannada/interviews/2025/Nov/17/likhith-shetty-full-meals-will-fill-hearts|title=Likhith Shetty: Full Meals will fill hearts|work=Cinema Express|date=16 November 2025}}</ref> The music is composed by [[Gurukiran]] and cinematography is handled by Manohar Joshi.

The film's plot revolves around a wedding photographer who finds himself entangled in a chaotic love triangle during a pre-wedding shoot.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/kannada/videos/2025/Nov/20/vinayaka-n-full-meals-unfolds-from-a-wedding-photographers-lens-as-they-capture-what-others-miss|title=Vinayaka N: Full Meals unfolds from a wedding photographer's lens as they capture what others miss|work=Cinema Express|date=20 November 2025}}</ref> The film blends humour, emotions, and drama while exploring themes of love, ambition, and relationships.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/likith-shetty-on-full-meals-i-took-all-creative-decisions-fate-of-film-rests-entirely-on-my-shoulders/8b888b5354812|title=Likith Shetty on Full Meals: I took all creative decisions; fate of film rests entirely on my shoulders|work=OTT Play|date=19 November 2025}}</ref>

The film was released theatrically on 21 November 2025 across Karnataka.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/kannada/news/2025/Aug/04/likith-shettys-full-meals-to-hit-screens-on-this-date|title=Likith Shetty's Full Meals to Hit screens on this date|work=Cinema Express|date=17 November 2025}}</ref> The film received good reviews where the critics praised its vibrant visuals and performances by Likith Shetty and Kushee Ravi.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/full-meals-kannada-romantic-drama-review-vinayaka-n-likith-shetty-khushee-ravi-2823125-2025-11-20|title=Full Meals review: A decent love triangle tale that delivers in bits and pieces|work=India Today|date=21 November 2025}}</ref>

== Plot ==
Lucky (Likith Shetty) is an ambitious wedding photographer running a small studio in Bengaluru. Despite his passion for photography, he faces constant financial hurdles—unpaid rent, mounting debts, and pressure from his uncle Pulikeshi (Rangayana Raghu), who supports him but struggles with bank calls for loans taken on Lucky’s behalf. Lucky dreams of making it big in his profession and proving himself to his family.

Pulikeshi secures a major wedding contract: the marriage of Pooja (Kushee Ravi), sister of influential businessman Shankaranna (Rajesh Nataranga), to NRI Kiran (Suraj Lokre). This assignment is Lucky’s golden chance to revive his career. During the pre-wedding shoot, Lucky reconnects with Pooja, revealing a past emotional bond between them. Meanwhile, Preethi (Thejaswini Sharma), a lively makeup artist and Lucky’s close friend, has quietly nurtured feelings for him.

As wedding preparations progress, Pooja begins to show romantic interest in Lucky, creating a chaotic love triangle. Preethi’s affection grows organically through shared work moments, while Pooja’s sudden flirtation adds tension and humor. Lucky finds himself torn between his ambition and two women who care for him, leading to emotional dilemmas and comic situations. The first half is lighthearted, filled with witty dialogues and colorful wedding visuals, while the second half deepens the narrative with Lucky’s backstory—his lost childhood memories, absence of his father, and longing for recognition beyond photography.

The story culminates during Pooja’s wedding. Lucky must choose between love and career, navigating misunderstandings and heartfelt confrontations. Ultimately, the film delivers a bittersweet ending, emphasizing that life, like a full meal, is a mix of sweet and savory moments—ambitions, compromises, and relationships all served together.

== Cast ==
{{Castlist|
* [[Likith Shetty]] as Lucky
* [[Kushee Ravi]] as Pooja
* Thejaswini Sharma as Preethi
* [[Rangayana Raghu]] as Pulikeshi
* [[Vijay Chendoor]] as Mirinda
* Suraj Lokre as Kiran
* [[Rajesh Nataranga]] as Shankaranna
* [[Ravishankar Gowda]]
* [[Chandrakala Mohan]]
* [[Honnavalli Krishna]]
* Sujay Shastry
* Kote Prabhakar
* Nagendra Urs
* Ramesh Pandit
* Ganesh Rao
}}

== Production ==
=== Development ===
Director Vinayaka aimed to create a "comfort cinema" experience with relatable characters and real-life emotions. The story was inspired by the vibrant world of weddings and the interpersonal dynamics that unfold during such events. The film was conceptualized as a romantic comedy set against the backdrop of wedding photography. Director N. Vinayaka, known for his work in family dramas, collaborated with writer Harish Gowda for dialogues. Likith Shetty not only played the lead role but also produced the film under Ambiencia Productions. The technical team includes Manohar Joshi (cinematography), Deepu S. Kumar (editing), and Vishwas Kashyap (art direction). Action choreography was done by Arjun Raj and Appu Venkatesh, while dance sequences were choreographed by Madhuri Parashuram.

=== Filming ===
[[Principal photography]] took place across Karnataka, including Bengaluru and Mysuru, over a span of 60 days. The film features colorful wedding sets and scenic outdoor locations to capture the festive mood

=== Marketing ===
Promotions began with the release of the official trailer and first single "Wah Eno Havaa" on social media and YouTube. The team engaged in city tours and interviews across Karnataka. A minor controversy arose when a dialogue referring to photographers as "flirts" drew objections from the Karnataka Photographers Association, which was later clarified by the makers.

== Soundtrack ==
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The music and background score of the film is composed by [[Gurukiran]]. The single "Wah Eno Havaa" was launched as part of the film's promotional campaign ahead of its theatrical release. It was released on [[YouTube]] and music streaming platforms, accompanied by a colorful video featuring Likith Shetty and Kushee Ravi in vibrant wedding-themed visuals.

{{Track listing
| headline = Kannada Track listing
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| title1 = Wah Eno Havaa
| length1 = 4:05
| lyrics1 = [[Kaviraj (lyricist)|Kaviraj]]
| extra1 = Vijeth Urs, Sunidhi Ganesh
| total_length = 4:05
}}

== Release ==
Full Meals was released theatrically on 21 November 2025 across Karnataka. It was marketed as a family-friendly romantic comedy suitable for all age groups.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movie-details/full-meals/movieshow/102300148.cms|title=Full Meals Movie - Kannada|work=The times of India|date=21 November 2025}}</ref>

== Controversy ==
A few days before the release of ''Full Meals'', a dialogue in the film sparked a dispute with the Karnataka Photographers Association (KPA). The line in question referred to "all photographers" as "flirts," which the association claimed was an unfair generalization of an entire profession. The KPA argued that such language conveyed a negative image of photographers and demanded that the word be removed or muted in the film. They also sent an official letter to the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce and threatened to file a formal complaint.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/kannada/movies/news/controversy-brews-over-dialogue-in-full-meals/articleshow/125434161.cms|title=Controversy brews over dialogue in Full Meals|work=The Times of India|date=20 November 2025}}</ref>

Actor-producer Likith Shetty responded by clarifying that the dialogue was contextual and not intended to insult photographers. He explained that the line occurs when a character discourages her friend from pursuing a photographer she has feelings for, and the intention was purely narrative. Likith emphasized that the film actually portrays photographers’ struggles and daily challenges in a positive light. The team even invited members of the Mangaluru Photographers Association to the premiere, where they reportedly appreciated the film.

Eventually, after protests and backlash, the film's team agreed to remove or mute the word "flirt" and issued an apology to the photographers’ community. This resolution helped diffuse the controversy before the film's theatrical release.

== References ==
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== External links ==
* {{IMDb title|tt32655161}}

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[[Category:2025 directorial debut films]]
[[Category:2025 Indian films]]
[[Category:Indian romantic comedy films]]
[[Category:2025 romantic comedy films]]
[[Category:2025 Kannada-language films]]
[[Category:Films shot in Karnataka]]
[[Category:Films scored by Gurukiran]]

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