Korean Kanakaraju
Follows a Rayalaseema youth named Kanakaraju whose life upends when a vessel from Korea brings a spirit that possesses him, transforming him into Korean Kanakaraju.
Directed by Merlapaka Gandhi · Horror · Action · Comedy · 2026
Trailer
Director
Merlapaka Gandhi
Writer
Merlapaka Gandhi
Studio
UV Creations / First Frame Entertainment
Release
2026-08-07
Genres
Horror, Action, Comedy
Full Plot
A mysterious vase containing the ashes of a deceased Korean man is accidentally disturbed at a bar, leading to a series of bizarre events that possess Kanakaraju with supernatural abilities. As he struggles to maintain control, Kanakaraju finds himself caught up in a violent cross-cultural conflict between local gangs and Korean mafia groups. His newfound powers are tied to the word "Korea," which unleashes chaos and forces him to confront his own identity.
Cast & Characters
Kanakaraju
Varun Tej
Chaitra, Kanakaraju's love interest
Ritika Nayak
Sunil Varma
Kishtappa, Kanakaraju's friend
Satya
Chenga Reddy’s PA
Mahesh Achanta
Prithviraju, Kanakaraju's elder brother
Srinivas Avasarala
Kishtappa's father
Muralidhar Goud
Muniswamy, Prithviraju and Kanakaraju's father
Chinna
Chenga Reddy
Sunil
Karri Sreenu, Chenga Reddy's nephew
Temper Vamsi
Gaajubomma, Diwakar’s son
Bheemala Revanth Pavan Sai Subhash
Prithviraju’s wife
Vishika
Did You Know?
The project was announced as #VT15, marking Varun Tej's 15th feature film.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Principal photography took place across locations in India and South Korea.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
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Ratings as of August 11, 2026
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Korean Kanakaraju was directed by Merlapaka Gandhi.
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Fan & Critic Buzz
The public reaction to the movie "Korean Kanakaraju" appears to be overwhelmingly positive, with many praising the trailer and expressing enthusiasm for both Varun's performance and the film itself. Reviews mention that the movie is a "superb" one and suggests it should be watched by everyone. The tone of reactions also includes excitement and eagerness for part 2, implying that they are eagerly anticipating more content from the series.
From the trailer's comments
Varun is amazing, Aura farming when he dressed up as Korean boss and goes to meeting with other gang.. too good.
@aa_px_8000 · 18 likesVarun bro ki block Buster 😍😍😍😍
@ReviewsYoutubeChannel-x6q · 18 likesActress is so beautiful 😍❤️
@topperseducation24 · 10 likesI'm waiting for part 2
@SgkSangam · 2 likesNice Movie 😊❤❤❤❤❤
@MDAzharollIslamTonmoyTalukder · 0 likesI watched today superb movie must watch everyone
@pridekannadiga · 1 likesMovie is very nice. So interesting till the end.
@Namskavya · 1 likesJust watching masterpiece
@gouenji_xx · 2 likes
