Gatta Kusthi
Veera, a misguided man who wants a timid, not-so-learned and subservient wife with long hair, unknowingly ends up getting married to Keerthi, an intrepid wrestler who is also more educated than him and has cropped hair. For how long can Keerthi maintain the charade and what happens when Veera comes to know the truth?
Directed by Chella Ayyavu · Comedy · Drama · 146 min · 2022
Trailer
Director
Chella Ayyavu
Writer
Chella Ayyavu
Studio
RT Team Works / Vishnu Vishal Studioz
Release
2022-12-02
Runtime
146 min
Genres
Comedy, Drama
Full Plot
Veera is seeking a bride with his own preconceived set of conditions. However, he unexpectedly ends up marrying Keerthi who is the polar opposite to his expectations. What will happen when the truth is revealed?
Cast & Characters
Keerthi's mother
Sreeja Ravi
Keerthi's father
Gajaraj
Raaji, Keerthi's sister
Nikhila Sankar
Lokesh
Shatru
Ratnam's wife and Veera's aunt
Lizzie Antony
Did You Know?
Gatta Kusthi is part of TMDb's "Gatta Kusthi Collection."
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
Chella Ayyavu has directed 3 films in our catalog, including Silukkuvarupatti Singam, Gatta Kusthi 2.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Aishwarya Lekshmi appears in 7 films in our catalog, including Gatta Kusthi 2, Action.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Did You Know that the movie was initially titled as VV18?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-12
Did You Know that the film's official title was unveiled on April 5, 2022?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-12
Did You Know that the plot is set against the backdrop of submission wrestling form gatta gusthi?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-12
Did You Know that the movie was released theatrically on December 2, 2022?
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-09-12
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Gatta Kusthi holds 5.8/10 on TMDb (29 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 11, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDb. Availability changes often — confirm on the provider before watching.
AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (5.8/10 on TMDb (29 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gatta Kusthi's IMDb rating?+
Gatta Kusthi has a 6.5/10 rating on IMDb from 2,850 votes.
Is Gatta Kusthi good? What are critics saying?+
Gatta Kusthi holds 5.8/10 on TMDb (29 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is Gatta Kusthi?+
Gatta Kusthi has a runtime of 146 min.
Who directed Gatta Kusthi?+
Gatta Kusthi was directed by Chella Ayyavu.
Where can I watch Gatta Kusthi?+
Gatta Kusthi is available to stream, rent, or buy on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads, JioHotstar, VI movies and tv.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Gatta Kusthi received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising its engaging emotions and conflicts. Some reviewers noted the film's ability to entertain viewers despite its predictable plot, while others highlighted its commentary on gender inequality in society. However, not all critics were impressed, with some finding the film's themes and ideas reactionary or problematic.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
