Lucky Draw is a 2023 Indian Konkani-language comedy film written, edited, directed and produced by Rayan Magneto under the banner of Rayan Magneto Films and Trending Shield. The film stars Kelvin Saldanha, Lucy lobo Aranha, Rayan Magneto, Leston Lestu and Rishal Permannur in the lead roles. The film's background score is composed by Russel Rodrigues, cinematography by Stany Niddodi and Alwyn Sequeira, and drone and additional cinematography by Naizil Rodrigues, Jeevan Dcosta and Hanson Rodrigues.
This is the debut film by Rayan Magneto after creating many YouTube comedy sketches under channel name Trending Shield TV along with friends Joel Rodrigues and Kelvin Saldanha.
Plot
Three friends start a hunt for a ‘Lucky Draw 777’ ticket, which they jointly bought for a meagre amount of Rs 30 from an electronic store called ' Alex and Sons'. After realising they have won the draw, they come to know about their missing ticket.
As more people join in to ask for their share before claiming their prizes, there are struggles and confusion between them.
The story also depicts how self-centered the human race could be.
Cast Source: Kelvin Saldanha as Kellam Rayan Magneto as Rayan Leston Nazareth as Leston Lestu Lucy Lobo Aranha Gurpur as Pullubai Rishal Permannur as Sharrel Joylin D'Souza Niddodi as Joylin Aaron Prince as Sam Jonisha D'souza as Smitha Louis Pinto Kateel as Thomasam Dr. Melwyn Pernal as Pascalam Preetham Noronha Fajir as Preetham Prinson Mathias Kirem as Prinson Vinson Mathias Kirem as Vinson Preethi Mathias Kirem as Mother Alwyn Danthy Pernal as Gurkar Maxi
Along with Sharal D’souza, Alton Samuel Saldanha, Ohana bertilia pereira, Prem Saldanha, Stella Rodrigues.
Cameo appearances
Velita Lobo
Production The Muhurat of the film was held on 10 December 2022 at Our Lady of Remedies Church Kirem, along with a first schedule of the film which was completed after six days of shooting between 12 and 17 December 2022.
As the film progressed, the majority of the shooting took place on Sundays and holidays due to the actors' availability. After 15 days of shooting, the filmmakers wrapped up the project. Several patchwork scenes were also reshot over two days on 26 and 28 March 2023.
The movie was shot using a Canon 5D Mark IV, a Canon EOS R and a Canon M50 Mark II, while drone shots were filmed using a DJI Mavic Mini 2.
Music Background Score for the film was composed by debutant Russel Rodrigues.
One instrumental title track is featured in the film.
The dubbing of the film was done by prominent konkani singer and composer Jaison J Sequeira at his studio Dennana Recording Co. He also served as the script analyst during the pre-production stages.
Release A houseful crowd attended the movie's premiere at Bharath Cinemas, Mangalore, on Tuesday, 2 September 2023 The Second Show was held on 10 September at Kirem Church Hall with over 600 attendees
The Third Show was held on 15 October 2023 at Our Lady of Fatima Church ground in Pernal which marks films 1000+ footfalls with just 3 screenings
The film had its first international debut on 28 January 2024 at Central Parkway Cinemas, Mississauga, Canada.
Public Screenings +Public ScreeningsShow No.DatePlaceAudience (~)Notes12 Sep 2023Bharath Cinemas, Bejai, Mangalore287Premiere Show210 Sep 2023Kirem Church Hall, Damaskatte600315 Oct 2023Our Lady of Fatima Church Ground, Pernal400429 Oct 2023Miyar Multi Purpose Church Hall4505Saint Teresa Church Ground, Paldane60064 Nov 2023Holy Angels School, Shirthady200711 Nov 2023Mother of Sorrows Church Hall, Udupi200812 Nov 2023St. Francis Xavier Church Hall, Mudarangadi350918 Nov 2023St. Francis Xavier Church, Bejai (Lourdes Ground)4001026 Nov 2023Our Lady of Fatima Church Hall, Mundkur100112 Dec 2023Kinnigoli Church Hall600123 Dec 2023Holy Cross Church Hall, Manjottie175139 Dec 2023Pakala Hall, Manjarapalke (Bola )3001420 Dec 2023Infant Jesus Church Grounds, Pilar2001521 Jan 2024Holy Family Church Grounds, Omzoor4001626 Jan 2024St Sebastian Church, Permannur8001728 Jan 2024Central Parkway Cinema, Mississauga, Canada1001st International show1810 Feb 2024Our Lady of Lourdes Church Hall, Kanajar4001912 Feb 2024Holy Cross Church Grounds, Taccode4002027 Jan 2024"ALMIGHTY" Residence, Surathkal, Kana702131 Mar 2024Infant Jesus Church Grounds, Vamadapadav40022Europe Premiere at Luxembourg15Special Community Show 236 Apr 2024Our Lady of Health Church Grounds, Shirva7002420 Apr 2024St. Ignatius Loyola Church Hall, Paladka1002527 June 2024Mount Rosary Ashram, Alangar, Moodbidri10025th Show2622 Aug 2024Infant Jesus Shrine, Bikkernakatta, Mangalore 1502708 Sept 2024St. Vincent De Paul Church, Katapady4002812 Sept 2024Bharath Cinemas, Bejai, Mangalore802915 Sept 2024The Holy Cross Church Hall, Cordel, Kulshekar12003027 Sept 2024St Aloysius University, Mangalore150Special Show organised by Konkani Sangha3129 Sept 2024St. Paul's Church Hall, Balkunje3003206 Oct 2024Our Lady Of Pompei Church, Kaikamba5003320 Oct 2024Mai de deus Church, Puttur4003410 Nov 2024Holy saviour church hall, Agrar3503520 Nov 2024Saint Philip Neri Church, Basrur11003631 Dec 2024St. Thomas Orthodox Syrian Church, Sastan3003725 Jan 2025St. Francis Xavier's Church, Saverapura1003801 Feb 2025St. Francis Xavier's Church, Ferar3503902 Feb 2025St. John the Baptist Church, Permude3004008 Feb 2025Christ the King Church, Venoor2504109 Feb 2025Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Church, Gantalkatte2254215 Feb 2025Holy Rosary Church, Alangar4004316 Feb 2025Holy Spirit Church, Sampige1754422 Feb 2025Sacred Heart Church, Surathkal 2004523 Feb 2025St. Joseph Church, Bajpe 6504626 Feb 2025Holy Cross Church, Pamboor5504701 Mar 2025Saldanha Residence Hall, Kateel15048Church Of Sacred Heart Of Jesus, Madanthyar4504902 Mar 2025Sacred Heart Of Jesus Church, Shamboor30050St. Antony Church, Naravi300Half Century5120 Apr 2025St Roque Church, Neerude40052St. John the Evangelist Church, Pangla60053Infant Mary Church, Katipalla 3005426 Apr 2025Our Lady Of Vailankanni Church, Farla300554 May 2025St. Joseph Church, Belman3005619 Apr 2026Holy Cross Church, Hospet300Total Footfalls19,877
Reception Roshu Bajpe of Kittal Konkani Magazine and Website wrote "Lucky Draw 777 is the movie that won't disappoint the Audience". He praised the courage and efforts by Rayan Magneto in taking the first steps towards fulfilling his movie dream. He commended the acting performances by the lead casts, especially by Carmine sequeira who managed to grab the audience by her small but impactful role
Hemacharya of Daijiworld stated that the film reminded him of a ‘Treasure Island’ the classic novel, by Robert Louis Stevenson. He applauded the strength and courage of a new comer's initiative against all odds and challenges. He commended the social message revolved around the story besides comedy and the way the surroundings of his native are shown in the film.
Sequel
Fondacho Misther Main article:
Fondacho Misther is a standalone sequel to the 2023 Konkani comedy film Lucky Draw 777. While featuring a refreshed cast and unexpected role reversals, the film also sees the return of a few fan-favorite actors from the original reprising their roles. The story centers around a curious incident that unfolds in a quiet village, leading to a series of comedic and dramatic events.
Plans for a sequel began soon after Lucky Draw 777 received positive responses during its public screenings, with audiences expressing strong interest in a continuation. Rayan Magneto, who served as the writer, director, and editor of the first film, returned to helm the project once again. Originally slated for a late 2024 release, the film was postponed due to production and budgetary delays, and then released on April 25, 2025, across Mangalore and Udupi.
Digital Release The film premiered on television on Daijiworld 24x7 on April 5 on the occasion of Easter 2026.
Following its television premiere, the film was officially released on YouTube on May 2 via the Trending Shield channel, making it accessible to audiences worldwide.
See also Konkani cinema
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