Sipayi Ramu

Sipayi Ramu is 1972 Indian Kannada language film directed by Y. R. Swamy, based on the novel "Barale Innu Yamune?" by Nuggehalli Pankaja. It stars Rajkumar, Leelavathi and Aarathi in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes K. S. Ashwath, Shivaram, Vajramuni and Thoogudeepa Srinivas. At the 1971-72 Karnataka State Film Awards, the film was awarded the Third Best Film and Best Actress (Leelavathi).
The 2012 Hindi movie "Paan Singh Tomar", based on the life of Indian soldier turned dacoit Paan Singh Tomar had a similar story line. This was also the first Kannada colour movie which was based on a novel.
Soundtrack.
The music of the film was composed by Upendra Kumar, with lyrics penned by R. N. Jayagopal.