“Dhanush, Rashmika Mandanna, and Nagarjuna shine in Kuberaa. Here’s everything you need to know about the movie’s OTT release on Prime Video.”
Kuberaa Takes Crime, Power, and Politics to Your Screen
When it comes to searing crime drama, potent performances, and riveting storytelling, if you are going to watch one film this summer, make it Kuberaa. The bilingual Telugu-Tamil film starring Dhanush, Nagarjuna Akkineni, and Rashmika Mandanna has already generated buzz since its theatrical release and will now head directly to your screen.
So, you’ll want to know when and where to watch it? Not a problem, mark your calendars! Kuberaa will be available on Prime Video starting July 18. Directed by talented filmmaker Sekhar Kammula, Kuberaa balances politics, crime, personal ambition, and layered storytelling, and demonstrates what it means to live in our times.
When is Kuberaa Streaming on Amazon Prime Video?
Kuberaa will release on July 18, 2025, and is exclusive to Amazon Prime Video.
The timeline with this release is relatively quick considering it was released a few weeks earlier in theatres, and is part of the quick turnaround we have seen happening lately with OTT, and allowing people to bypass theatres and all the expenses that go with it to be able to catch big screen content in the comfort of their home.
Where can you stream it?
Only on Amazon Prime Video, available in Telugu, Tamil, and as dubbed versions in Hindi and Malayalam.
Plot Preview: What Is Kuberaa About?
Kuberaa is a look at the seedy underbelly of power and crime through a politically charged narrative. The film is ultimately about:
Kuberaa (Dhanush): A man bent on the chase for power, money, and redemption.
Nagarjuna’s character: A deeply flawed politician who has secrets that could destroy worlds.
Rashmika Mandanna’s: A feisty journalist or lawyer (I won’t give that away), who is willing to take on the establishment with wit and grit.
Sekhar Kammula, who’s known for his heart-searing dramas like Fidaa and Love Story, plunges into the crime-thriller genre with Kuberaa. Critics have already called it “a great daring experiment that pays off with tight writing and subtle performances”.
Why Kuberaa is Generating Massive Buzz
Jaw-Dropping Performances
Dhanush is known for disappearing into roles. In this film, he plays a hero-turned-edgy, morally ambiguous character who walks a fine line between hero and villain.
Nagarjuna Akkineni, a legend after all, brings the right gravitas to every scene he appears in.
Rashmika Mandanna continues to stretch her muscles (post-Pushpa). She gives a complex female lead with emotional depth.
Strong Female Representation and New Genre
For an artist known for his romance-dominated narratives, Sekhar Kammula’s movement into crime thrillers is surprisingly absorbing, while still giving us the elements we have come to expect from him.
– Suspenseful story turns
– Political intrigue
– Emotional undercurrents
Audience Reception and Box Office Snapshot
While it had mixed results at the box office due to strong competition from pan-India releases, Kuberaa has found a dedicated, niche audience, who have enjoyed:
– The boldness of the screenplay structure
– The layering of the screenplay
– The moral ambiguity of its characters
Box Office Result (India):
Opening weekend: ₹12 crore gross
Lifetime Theatrical: ₹34 crore (approx).
Critics Rating: 3.5 / 5 on BookMyShow | 7.4 / 10 on IMDB
All in all, these results indicate a consistent performance, especially for a mature-themed and experiential film that does not follow mainstream commercial tropes.
What to Expect on Prime Video: Viewing Guide
If you are streaming Kuberaa, here’s how to get the most out of your experience:
Who Should Watch?
- Viewers of crime thrillers with grit like Sacred Games or Mirzapur
- Viewers who appreciate strong performances and characters with nuance
- Viewers who are interested in stories with a political edge, grey morality, and a sense of unease
- Audio & Subtitles
- In: Telugu, Tamil
- Dubbed: Hindi, Malayalam
- Subtitles: English, Hindi, and regional languages
Best Way to Watch
Watch with friends who appreciate crime dramas; there’s a lot of material to digest.
Have snacks on hand and a notepad available; you’re going to want to keep track of the key moments that happen and the threads to look out for.
Be prepared to rewatch key scenes; you may want to especially rewatch the last thirty minutes that totally alter the journey of the narrative.
The Bigger Picture: Kuberaa and the Boom of OTT Crime Dramas
With the boom of the Indian OTT landscape, Kuberaa brings to the audience a more layered, darker, deeper version of a crime-drama that the audience is craving since the release of:
Suzhal: The Vortex
The Night Manager (Hindi)
Kohrra (Netflix)
Kuberaa OTT Release – Quick Overview
Feature Details
OTT Platform Amazon Prime Video
OTT Release Date: July 18, 2025
Languages : Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam
Director Sekhar Kammula
Main Cast Dhanush, Nagarjuna Akkineni, Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarbh, Dalip Tahil
Are You Ready to Enter the Dark World of Kuberaa?
With its digital release on July 18, Kuberaa will soon shine new life into your world of crime drama, however you’re watching it—because it could be for Dhanush’s performance, Sekhar Kammula’s directing, or the story—it will deliver.
FAQs
1. Is Kuberaa a True Story?
No, Kuberaa is a fictional crime drama. While influenced by real-world power dynamics, overlays things like politics being corrupt, it is not based on any specific person.
2. Do I need to watch it in the theater first before OTT?
No, you won’t be missing anything as the OTT version is cinematic quality–full plot points for first-time viewers
3. Is Kuberaa available in Hindi?
Yes, it is dubbed in Hindi and will have subtitles on Amazon Prime Video.
4. Is Kuberaa suitable for families?
This film is appropriate for people 16 yrs and older due to violence, heavy themes, and warping of the narrative.
5. How would you distinguish Kuberaa from other crime-drama films?
An unsought trajectory is defined by political conspiracies, a gripping emotional arc, and quite challenging characters with shades of grey. Also, Sekhar Kammula’s rare storytelling voice distinguishes Kuberaa.
6. Is there going to be a sequel to Kuberaa?
The sequel has not yet been announced. Already, fans have started hypothesizing possible clues for a sequel from the film’s ending.
7. Can I watch Kuberaa without subtitles?
If you speak Telugu or Tamil, then you probably could do so. However, for anyone else, seeing it with subtitles is highly recommended, given that some scenes have quite unique and nuanced dialogues.