But the problem is that the story is completely predictable and follows a very formulaic template. The film survives largely because of Satya, who takes everything on his shoulders.Read at source
Film · 2026 · Telugu · Supernatural
Korean Kanakaraju
Korean Kanakaraju
Kanakaraju is a short-tempered village youth from Penugonda in the Rayalaseema region who lives an ordinary life. His reality changes when a mysterious dragon-shaped vase possesses him. Following the supernatural encounter, his eyes turn blue, he gains extraordinary powers, and he is inexplicably transported to South Korea whenever the country is mentioned. This forces him into a violent confrontation with the Korean mafia and law enforcement.
- Director
- Merlapaka Gandhi
- Release
- 7 Aug 2026 · Week recap
- Run time
- 165 min
- Language
- Telugu
Cast & crew
Reviews
Indian-media reviews, grouped by reception.
Mixed
Across 10 available source-linked Indian-media reviews for Korean Kanakaraju, reception is mixed. The 9 scored reviews average 50/100.
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Having already established himself as one of Telugu cinema's most dependable comedians, Korean Kanakaraju once again proves just how effective he can be when backed by strong writing.Read at source
It offers an entertaining pre-interval stretch, sincere performances from Varun Tej and Satya, and an interesting core concept.Read at source
Korean Kanakaraju movie review The film wastes an amusing premise on shallow writing and exhausting execution Satya039s comedy and Varun Tej039s sincere performance are the only bright spots in an otherwise forgettable horror-comedyRead at source
The visuals are fine, and the editing is sharp.Read at source
The actor once again proves his versatility with an energetic and entertaining performance.Read at source
The writing lacks the sharpness needed to sustain the entertaining premise.Read at source
"Korean Kanakaraju" offers some laughs but ultimately falters with a dull screenplay in this uneven horror-comedy.Read at source
As a physical exercise, the dual performance works.Read at source
After an entertaining setup, the narrative gradually loses steam, with repetitive humour and uneven pacing making the second half feel stretched.Read at source
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- Release date
- 7 Aug 2026
- Run time
- 165 min
- Language
- Telugu
- Country
- IN
- Director
- Merlapaka Gandhi
Trivia
- The project was announced as #VT15, marking Varun Tej's 15th feature film.
- The first single from the album, titled 'Kamsahamnida', was sung by Sid Sriram.
- A subsequent teaser was officially launched by actor Prabhas in July 2026.
- Korean Kanakaraju is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 7 August 2026.
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