1st Rank Raju (2015 film)

1st Rank Raju is a 2015 Indian Kannada-language romantic drama film directed by S. Narayan and produced by Pramod Velankar and Ramesh Karal. The film stars Puneeth Rajkumar as Raju, a dedicated and ambitious student vying for the top rank in his engineering college. The narrative explores themes of love, academic pressure, and the importance of perseverance. Acclaimed for its engaging storyline and strong performances, particularly by the lead cast, including Radhika Pandit as Raju’s love interest, the film also features music composed by S. Thaman, enhancing its emotional depth. 1st Rank Raju received positive reviews and was well received by audiences, contributing to its commercial success in the Kannada film industry.