Draft:Lokesh B
Lokesh B | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 27, 1981 |
| Occupation(s) | Film director, Screenwriter |
| Years active | 2020–present |
| Known for | Teddy Bear |
Lokesh B is an Indian film director and screenwriter who works primarily in the Kannada film industry. He made his directorial debut with the psychological horror thriller Teddy Bear (2025), which was praised for its atmospheric tension and gripping narrative. Before making his debut as a director, he worked as an assistant director under Telugu filmmaker Puri Jagannadh.
Early life and career
[edit]Details about Lokesh B's early life, education, and personal background are currently not publicly available. He began his career in the film industry as an assistant director, gaining experience that helped shape his cinematic vision.
Career
[edit]Teddy Bear (2025)
[edit]Teddy Bear is a Kannada-language horror psychological thriller film written and directed by Lokesh B. The film stars Bhargav B.V. and Shylaja Simha in the lead roles, with supporting performances by Sparsha Rekha and Disha Povaiah. It was released on January 10, 2025.
Plot
[edit]Set in a quiet residential area, the film revolves around a series of gruesome murders targeting newlywed women and young girls. As fear spreads throughout the community, the police struggle to identify the mysterious killer. The narrative incorporates themes of trauma, fear, and the supernatural—with a teddy bear playing a haunting role.
Cast
[edit]- Bhargav B.V. as Dr. Raghav
- Shylaja Simha as Priya
- Sparsha Rekha
- Disha Povaiah
- Deena Poojary
- Chaitra Totad
- Gayathri
- Baby Akshara
- Arvind A.
- Muthu
- Kitty Talikote
Crew
[edit]- Director: Lokesh B
- Producers: Jyothi Tarakesh, Bharath Kumar, Naveen Regati
- Music: Vivek Jungly
- Cinematography: Benaka Raju, Deepu, Krishna Sarathi
- Editor: Santhosh B Yadav
- Associate Director: Yeshjith Kumar
- Production House: Adhyalakshmi Productions
Reception
[edit]The film was released to positive reviews. Critics praised its suspenseful plot, effective cinematography, and standout performances, marking Lokesh B’s entry into Kannada cinema as a strong and promising one.
Future projects
[edit]Lokesh B has announced plans to expand the world of Teddy Bear through prequel and sequel projects, exploring deeper themes introduced in the original. His future projects include the Kannada films Vidhira, Sudoku, and Vikramarka, as well as the Telugu film Glassmates.
Filmography
[edit]| Year | Title | Language | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Teddy Bear | Kannada | Debut as director and writer |
References
[edit]- ^ https://www.cinemaexpress.com/kannada/news/2025/Jan/07/teddy-bear-set-for-sankranti-release
- ^ https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/kannada/2025/Jan/07/teddy-bear-set-for-sankranti-release
- ^ https://www.nowrunning.com/movie/30398/teddy-bear/
- ^ https://kannadamoviesinfo.wordpress.com/2025/01/10/teddy-bear-2025/
- ^ https://in.bookmyshow.com/bengaluru/movies/teddy-bear/ET00421618
External links
[edit]- Teddy Bear on IMDb
- Cinema Express