Kuberaa movie review

Kuberaa Story: The film follows the journey of Deva (

Dhanush

), whose life takes a dramatic turn after a chance encounter with Deepak (Nagarjuna), a former CBI officer who agrees to assist a covert financial syndicate headed by Dheeraj Mitra (

Jim Sarbh

).

Lured by the promise of wealth and security, Deva is drawn into the murky underworld of black money laundering and shadow finance.Kuberaa Review: Kuberaa marks a bold shift for director

Sekhar Kammula

, delivering a slow-burning social drama that explores the underbelly of money, morality, and identity. Here, he swaps tenderness for tension and hope for cynicism, crafting a dark, layered narrative that asks uncomfortable questions about wealth, worth, and the cost of survival.Dhanush is in top form, delivering a performance that’s remarkably restrained yet emotionally resonant. His physical transformation—from a beggar with a photographic memory to a financial ghost—is as telling as his inner conflict. He truly gets under the skin of the character, striking an emotional chord as a compassionate man who cares for both people and animals.

Nagarjuna Akkineni

surprises with a stoic, subdued act that smoulders beneath the surface.

Rashmika Mandanna

continues her successful streak, adding innocent humour through her naïve charm.

Jim Sarbh commands attention as the antagonist, bringing a quiet menace to the role. The supporting cast adds texture, though some roles could have used more depth.Technically, the film is a visual treat. Niketh Bommireddy’s cinematography bathes the story in shadows and contrasts, effectively reflecting the duality of the characters.

Devi Sri Prasad

’s background score is subtle yet impactful, allowing the narrative to take centre stage.Where Kuberaa falters is in its pacing. The first half takes its time to build the world—perhaps a little too slowly. The film could have benefited from a tighter edit. Still, it holds attention with its moody storytelling, evocative visuals, stirring score, and relevant themes that explore the price of survival and ambition.Kuberaa is not your usual commercial potboiler—and that’s precisely what makes it worth a watch. It's a brooding, introspective take on wealth and morality. It's not flawless, but it’s a bold leap from a filmmaker unafraid to reinvent his canvas.