Director - Sekhar Kammula 
Cast - Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarbh, Dalip Tahil, Sayaji Shinde
Duration – 184 Minutes
 
Who would have guessed that the biggest corporate thriller of the year would kick off with a group of beggars and a disgraced CBI officer? Kuberaa isn’t your typical popcorn flick. It mixes oil rigs, political greed, and a hint of rebellion—with Dhanush leading the charge and Sekhar Kammula taking a darker turn than we're used to.  
 
So, what's the story? Picture a wealthy businessman getting tangled with a shady oil deal, minus the glitz and glamour. Jim Sarbh plays Neeraj Mitra, a slick corporate villain who stumbles across a hidden oil reserve in the Bay of Bengal and decides to cash in. He recruits Deepak (Nagarjuna), an ex-CBI officer who got into trouble for being too honest. Now a bit worn out and jobless, Deepak agrees to execute a clever scam using the most overlooked people in society—beggars. 
 
Then comes Deva (Dhanush), an unassuming guy who gets swept into this mess and ends up turning the whole plan upside down.  Dhanush nails his role. If there were awards for playing a character with physical and emotional burdens, he’d have a trophy for each. There’s a moment when he just stares at a bank statement full of zeros that hits harder than most action sequences—it’s Dhanush at his best: real, grounded, and relatable.  
 
Nagarjuna shifts into a morally complicated role with ease. He’s not the young heartthrob anymore; he’s a weary man with worn-out dreams, teetering on the edge of redemption. His clashes with Dhanush bring a subtle kind of tension that feels more genuine than over-the-top drama.  
 
Jim Sarbh doesn’t have a lot of screen time, but he knows how to convey menace with just a smirk. His villainy is understated, and when you think he’s out of the picture, he pulls off a chilling exit that leaves a mark.  
 
Rashmika Mandanna adds some lightness to the serious tone of the film. She’s warm and funny but feels a bit sidelined. Her character feels more like a support than a driving force, which is a missed chance in a film that takes risks.  
Visually, Kuberaa is striking. Cinematographer Niketh Bommireddy captures everything from ragged slums to shiny oil fields beautifully. Each frame feels authentic, whether it’s a shady hideout or a shelter for beggars. 
 
Devi Sri Prasad’s music fits perfectly into the film, especially the haunting song Poyiraa Mama, which sticks with you long after it ends.  Now, about the pacing—the first half drags at times, with some scenes dragging on longer than necessary. 
 
Just when things start to pick up, the story cuts to a subplot. If Kammula had trimmed about 20 minutes and trusted the audience a bit more, this could have been a really tight ride.  But the second half packs a punch. 
 
As Deva realizes the weight of the scam and what trust costs, the film really takes off. The climax is satisfying and even poetic. One beggar confronting billionaires might sound over the top, but it plays out with a sense of justice that feels right.  
 
In the end, Kuberaa isn’t just another commercial flick. It’s a bold and emotionally charged story that tackles tough subjects like poverty and dignity without going overboard with drama. It’s messy in spots and ambitious in spirit, held up by a lead who truly delivers.  
 
Kuberaa is for those who think deeply and feel intensely, especially if you’re tired of the same old formulas. Watch it for Dhanush, stick around for the layers, and leave feeling a bit unsettled in a good way.  
 
This isn’t just a movie—it’s a quiet statement with heart.