Korean Kanakaraju OTT Release Date: Varun Tej’s latest film Korean Kanakaraju is set to make its digital debut following its theatrical release earlier in August. The Telugu horror comedy, directed by Merlapaka Gandhi, arrived in cinemas on August 7 and combines elements of supernatural drama and comedy around an unusual possession story.
The film centres on a young man from Rayalaseema whose ordinary life takes an unexpected turn after he becomes possessed by a mysterious spirit from Korea. The incident leaves him struggling to understand and control his new circumstances, setting the stage for a series of strange and comic situations. The story follows how he deals with the supernatural presence while his life takes an increasingly unpredictable direction.
Varun Tej leads the cast as the central character, with Ritika Nayak and Satya also appearing in key roles. The film has been written and directed by Merlapaka Gandhi.
Korean Kanakaraju has been produced by Rajeev Reddy and Sai Babu Jagarlamudi under the banners of UV Creations and First Frame Entertainment. The technical team includes cinematographer Manojh Reddy and editor Satyaa G. A Pannerselvam has handled the production design, while Thaman S has composed the music for the film.
Korean Kanakaraju OTT Release Date And Platform
For viewers who did not watch the film in theatres, the next opportunity to catch it will be through its streaming release. The digital premiere of Korean Kanakaraju is scheduled for September 4, 2026, on Netflix. The film will be available in Telugu as the original language, along with Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi versions.
The Netflix release will make Korean Kanakaraju accessible to audiences who prefer watching the film at home. The September 4 streaming date also means viewers will not have to wait long for the film to move from cinemas to the digital platform.
