Koragajja, directed by Sahitya Akademi Award-winner Sudheer Attavar, explores the story of Koragajja, a principal deity worshipped in the Karavali (Tulu Nadu) region of Karnataka, focusing on an indigenous youth’s transformation into the divine figure of Koragajja over 800 years ago. Composer Gopi Sundar, collaborating with Sudheer Attavar, calls the project a "unique musical experience". He explains how the music goes beyond traditional compositions, saying, "Composing music for this movie required more time as I had to immerse myself in new traditions. The tunes I created came after understanding these customs, and I’m glad the director liked my work."
Sudheer Attavar, who conducted extensive research for the film, highlights the distinctive nature of the story, noting that it’s "more than just a typical father-daughter tale". He also mentioned that Gopi’s compositions were praised by renowned vocalists, including Shreya Ghoshal, Shankar Mahadevan, and Sunidhi Chauhan. The soundtrack features a track by Mahadevan that incorporates verses from the Shiva Tandava, blending traditional elements.
Gopi Sundar further shares, "The subject of Koragajja allowed me to invent a new genre, exploring fresh musical territories. The film’s subtle layers go beyond regular movie formats, and composing for it was both challenging and rewarding."
The film features six songs, composed in different styles and languages, with lyrics penned by Sudheer Attavar himself.
Interestingly, there is a competition for its audio rights, with top audio companies from Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru making offers that exceeded expectations, according to producer Trivikram Sapalya.
The film, to be out in multiple languages, also stars Kabir Bedi, Bhavya, Sandip Soparrkar, Ganesh Acharya, Shruthi, and Naveen D Padil, with cinematography by Manoj Pillai and editing by Jith Joshie and Vidhyadhar Shetty.