‘Naanu Karunakara’ released in theaters on April 2 this year and the film focuses on family values and the emotional sacrifices parents make for their children.The Kannada family drama starring Aryan Tejas and Radha Bhagavathi has hit OTT after its theatrical run ended.
A story rooted in everyday realities
The film is written and directed by Aryan Tejas and follows the life of Karunakara, a middle-class man trying to balance his responsibilities and aspirations. Her biggest challenge is managing financial difficulties while keeping her young son happy.A simple moment involving Karunakara, his wife and their son sets the emotional mood of the narrative. Karunakara dreams of becoming a filmmaker. To support the family, he takes on different jobs whenever opportunities arise. Despite setbacks and uncertainty, he refuses to give up on his ambitions.
The cast brings the story to life
The film stars Aryan Tejas, Radha Bhagavathi and child actress Mst. Bhavish S Gowda in important roles. Supporting performances are given by Kari Subbu, MK Mutt, BM Venkatesh, Apoorva and others.
Review of ‘Naanu Karunakara’ by ETimes
ETimes gave the film a 5-star rating and praised the performances of the actors.The review said: “Performances play a key role in keeping the story engaging. Aryan Tejas delivers a convincing performance as Karunakara, bringing vulnerability and determination to the role. Radha Bhagavati is impressive as Mamatha and together they make a believable and emotionally resonant couple. Bhavish Gowda, as Karriva’s son, leaves an impact on the lead actor Shribu. Venkatesh and MK Mutt contribute effectively to the role. in assistantsOverall, ‘Naanu Karunakara’ is a simple family drama driven by emotions, warmth and relatable struggles. Although it has its flaws and some slow moments, the film ultimately leaves the audience with a sense of joy and empathy. For audiences looking for a heartwarming story about family, sacrifice and the challenges of parenthood, this is a film worth watching.”
