Dasara (2023)
DirectorSrikanth Odela
StarringNani, Keerthy Suresh, Dheekshith Shetty, Shine Tom Chacko
Watch onNetflix
Best for: Fans of village-set action thrillers with strong friendship and sacrifice themes.
Where to watch Dasara online in India
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Dasara OTT release date
| Theatrical release (India) | 30 March 2023 |
|---|---|
| OTT / digital release (India) | 27 April 2023 |
| Gap between theatre and OTT | 28 days |
| Streaming now on | Netflix |
Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.
Dasara story (no spoilers)
Dasara is a 2023 Telugu action thriller set in the 1990s in the small village of Veerlapally. Dharani, Vennela and Suri are childhood friends. Dharani loves Vennela, but she has feelings for Suri. Knowing Suri's interest in Vennela, Dharani sacrifices his love and helps them marry. Their lives are then threatened by local politics involving Rajanna, Shivanna and Shivanna's son Chinna Nambi. The film stars Nani as Dharani, Keerthy Suresh as Vennela and Dheekshith Shetty as Suri, with Shine Tom Chacko, Sai Kumar and Samuthirakani in supporting roles. Directed by Srikanth Odela, the film runs 159 minutes and is certified UA. The tone is gritty and tense, blending friendship and sacrifice with village power struggles. The music is by Santhosh Narayanan.
Should you watch Dasara?
Watch it for
- Nani plays Dharani in a role that anchors the friendship and sacrifice at the story's centre.
- Director Srikanth Odela sets the action thriller in a 1990s village, with local politics driving the conflict.
- The cast includes Keerthy Suresh as Vennela and Dheekshith Shetty as Suri, with Samuthirakani and Sai Kumar in key roles.
- Santhosh Narayanan's music score adds to the film's tense atmosphere.
Skip it if
- You prefer lighter films; Dasara's action thriller tone and political conflict are intense.
- You dislike love triangles; the Dharani-Vennela-Suri dynamic is central.
- You want a shorter watch; the runtime is 159 minutes.
Dasara cast
Nanias Dharani
Keerthy Sureshas Vennala
Dheekshith Shettyas Suri
Shine Tom Chackoas Chinna Nambi
Sai Kumaras Rajanna
Samuthirakanias Shivanna
Shamna Kasimas Vadinamma
Ravi Teja Nannimalaas Dharani's Friend
Rajsekhar Aningias Inspector Nagaraju
Jhansias Vennela's Mother
Surabhi Prabhavathias Suri's MotherDasara movie details
| Director | Srikanth Odela |
|---|---|
| Writer | Jella Srinath, Arjuna Paturi, Vamsee Krishna, Srikanth Odela |
| Music | Santhosh Narayanan |
| Cinematography | Sathyan Sooryan |
| Producer | Sudhakar Cherukuri |
| Release date | 30 March 2023 |
| Runtime | 2h 39m (159 minutes) |
| Original language | Telugu |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Telugu |
| Original title | దసరా |
| Certificate (India) | UA |
Parental guide: is Dasara family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the UA certificate and action thriller genre; parental discretion is advised. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Dasara is a well-crafted action thriller with strong performances from Nani and Keerthy Suresh. The 1990s village setting and political intrigue add depth, though the 159-minute runtime may feel long for some. It's a solid pick for genre fans.
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Where can I watch Dasara online in India?
Dasara is available for streaming on Netflix in India.
When did Dasara release in theatres?
Dasara was released in theatres on 30 March 2023.
Who is in the cast of Dasara?
The film stars Nani as Dharani, Keerthy Suresh as Vennela, Dheekshith Shetty as Suri, Shine Tom Chacko as Chinna Nambi, Sai Kumar as Rajanna, and Samuthirakani as Shivanna.
Who directed Dasara?
Dasara was directed by Srikanth Odela.
What is the runtime of Dasara?
Dasara has a runtime of 159 minutes.
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