Hyderabad – The much-anticipated pan-Indian film Kuberaa, starring Dhanush, Nagarjuna, and Rashmika Mandanna, is all set to hit theaters worldwide tomorrow, June 20. With mounting excitement among fans, the film has been generating strong pre-release momentum through trailers, music, and multi-city promotional events.
Strong Advance Bookings and Runtime Details
Advance ticket bookings have already crossed 12,000 on BookMyShow, reflecting solid public interest. The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has granted Kuberaa a U/A certificate after minor edits. The final runtime stands at 3 hours and 1 minute for the Telugu version, while the Tamil version runs slightly longer at 3 hours and 15 minutes.
Government-Approved Ticket Hike in AP
In a major boost to the makers, the Andhra Pradesh government has approved a temporary hike in ticket prices, allowing theaters to charge up to ₹75 more for the first ten days. This move aims to support the film’s commercial prospects and recover production costs early.
Star-Studded Promotions Across India
Director Sekhar Kammula, known for his emotional storytelling, takes a new turn with Kuberaa, exploring themes of wealth, power, and survival. A pre-release event in Hyderabad featured celebrated filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli, who praised the cast and crew and shared nostalgic memories of his early career.
Meanwhile, at the audio launch in Chennai, Dhanush delivered a powerful speech addressing online negativity, asserting that such tactics won’t affect him. Nagarjuna also joined the film’s Mumbai promotions shortly after his son’s wedding, showing his commitment to the film’s success.
Music and Expectations
Devi Sri Prasad’s musical score has already caught on with fans, adding to the film’s mass appeal. All signs point toward a major opening at the box office, with audiences eager to see Dhanush in a gritty, transformative role and Nagarjuna in a morally complex character.
Final Word:
Kuberaa is poised for a strong theatrical debut, backed by compelling content, a stellar cast, and strategic promotions. Whether it lives up to the hype will be revealed when theaters open their doors on June 20.