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- By Ridhi Suri
- Sat, 04 May 2024 04:00 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
6 Best OTT Kannada Action Thriller Movies: A captivating thriller never fails to impress us. The intrigue of the unknown keeps us engrossed in the plot, eagerly anticipating the unfolding of events. The thrill lies not only in unraveling the mystery but also in speculating until the very end, immersed in suspense until the final revelation either confirms our suspicions or astounds us with an unexpected twist. While Kannada cinema predominantly features mainstream commercial blockbusters or romantic comedies, it also boasts a significant repertoire of thrillers that have made a lasting impact. Check these action thrillers available on OTT platforms Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Disney+ Hotstar and JioCinema, among others.
Kavaludaari (Amazon Prime Video)
In Kavaludaari, we follow Shyam, played by Rishi, a traffic cop with a passion for solving crimes. When he stumbles upon a murder case involving skeletal remains unearthed during road construction, including those of a child, he defies warnings from his superiors and embarks on his own investigation. As he delves deeper, he discovers that the remains date back forty years. Along the way, he encounters individuals connected to the case, gradually unraveling a larger conspiracy behind the murder.
Kantara (Amazon Prime Video)
Action thriller directed and written by Rishab Shetty, is produced by Vijay Kiragandur for Hombale Films, the movie stars Rishab Shetty in a dual role, pitted against Kishore's upright forest officer character. Shot in Keradi, coastal Karnataka, the film received critical acclaim for its performances, direction, and soundtrack. It became the second highest-grossing Kannada film of all time and ranked fourth among Indian films in 2022.
KGF (Amazon Prime Video/YouTube)
Period action film directed by Prashanth Neel and produced by Vijay Kiragandur under the banner of Hombale Films. Starring Yash, the film follows Rocky, a mercenary working for a gold mafia in Bombay, as he seeks power and wealth to fulfill his mother's promise. The story unfolds when he is hired to assassinate Garuda, the son of the founder of Kolar Gold Fields. With an ensemble cast, including Ramachandra Raju, Srinidhi Shetty, and Anant Nag, the film was shot on a budget of ₹80 crore and became the highest-grossing Kannada film at the time of its release.
Madhagaja (Amazon Prime Video)
Action drama film directed by S Mahesh Kumar and produced by Umapathy Srinivas, stars Sriimurali, Ashika Ranganath, Jagapathi Babu, and Devayani, the movie was a superhit upon its release on December 3, 2021. The story revolves around Surya, an orphan known as Madhagaja, who becomes embroiled in village politics and confronts his true origins while striving to bring peace to his community amidst a water feud dispute.
Vedha (Zee5)
Kannada action drama film penned and directed by Harsha and produced by Geeta Shivarajkumar in collaboration with Zee Studios. Marking Shiva Rajkumar's 125th film, it features Ganavi Laxman, Umashree, Aditi Sagar, Shwetha Chengappa, and Kuri Prathap in pivotal roles. The film debuted on December 23, 2022, garnering acclaim from critics and proving to be a box office hit, coinciding with the Christmas season.
Mufti (Zee5)
Mufti is a 2017 Kannada neo-noir action thriller film directed by Narthan and produced by Jayanna Combines. Starring Shiva Rajkumar, Sriimurali, and Shanvi Srivastava, the movie follows an undercover cop (Sriimurali) as he confronts a crime boss (Rajkumar). The film garnered critical acclaim and commercial success, becoming one of Shivarajkumar's highest-grossing movies.