Naanu Karunakara
| Naanu Karunakara | |
|---|---|
 Poster | |
| Directed by | Aryan Tejas |
| Written by | Aryan Tejas |
| Produced by | Naman Narayan Santhosh Vaibhav Suresh |
| Starring | Aryan Tejas Radha Bhagavati |
| Cinematography | Vijay Ram |
| Edited by | Suhas N |
| Music by | Rohit Sower |
Production company | Nam Popcorn Cinema |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Kannada |
Naanu Karunakara (transl. Me, Karunakara) is a 2026 Indian Kannada language film directed by Aryan Tejas. The film stars Aryan Tejas, and Radha Bhagavati in the lead roles.[1]
Cast
- Aryan Tejas as Karunakara
- Radha Bhagavati as Mamata
- Bhavish Gowda as Appu
- M. K. Mutton
- Karikaada Subbu
- Apoorva Shri
- B M Venkatesh
- Lokesh Comedy Khiladigalu
Reception
Susmita Sameera of The Times of India said that "Naanu Karunakara is a simple family drama driven by emotion, warmth, and relatable struggles. Though it has its flaws, the film ultimately leaves the audience with a sense of satisfaction and empathy. For viewers looking for a heartfelt story about family, this film is worth watching."[2] A. Sharadhaa of The New Indian Express said that "Naanu Karunakara remains a modest, emotion-driven film. What lasts is the ache of timing, small dreams, and a life where, by the time you can afford something, the need for it has already passed. It is a simple story, told with honesty."[3] Y. Maheswara Reddy of the Bangalore Mirror said that "The film is a honest attempt to portray the everyday life and challenges of a middle-class family. It is a good watch for viewers who enjoy simple family dramas."[4]
References
- ↑ Sharadhaa, A. (2026-03-24). "Aryan Tejas: Naanu Karunakara is rooted in middle-class life". Cinema Express. Retrieved 2026-07-28.
- ↑ "Naanu Karunakara Movie Review: The Quiet Heroism of an Ordinary Father". The Times of India. Retrieved 2026-07-28.
- ↑ Sharadhaa, A. (2026-04-06). "Naanu Karunakara Movie Review: An evocative blend of small dreams and costly emotions". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2026-07-28.
- ↑ Reddy, Y Maheswara. "Kannada Movie Review–Naanu Karunakara: Scenes from a middle-class family". Bangalore Mirror. Retrieved 2026-07-28.