Kara (2026) poster

Kara (2026)

30 April 20262h 41mTamilIndia
5.9/10TMDB · 36 votes

DirectorVignesh Raja

StarringDhanush, Karunas, Jayaram, K. S. Ravikumar

Watch onNetflix

Best for: Fans of Tamil crime dramas and thrillers who appreciate a character-driven story about family debt and survival.

Where to watch Kara online in India

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Availability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.

Kara OTT release date

Theatrical release (India)30 April 2026
OTT / digital release (India)28 May 2026
Gap between theatre and OTT28 days
Streaming now onNetflix

Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.

Kara story (no spoilers)

Kara (கர) is a Tamil crime drama thriller releasing on 30 April 2026. The story follows Karasaami, played by Dhanush, a thief who genuinely tries to leave his criminal life behind and go straight. His plans are derailed when predatory banks trap his father in debt, forcing Karasaami back into crime to help his family. As he returns to old habits, a determined cop, Bharathan (Suraj Venjaramoodu), begins closing in on his trail. The film explores the tension between family loyalty and the pull of a life he wanted to escape. Directed by Vignesh Raja, Kara also stars Karunas as Kasi Maayan, Jayaram as Muthu Selvan, K. S. Ravikumar as Kanthasaami, Mamitha Baiju as Selli, M. S. Bhaskar as Kangayya, and Prithvi Pandiarajan as Murugesan. The tagline, 'Sometimes, staying dangerous is the only way to stay alive,' hints at the high-stakes, gritty tone. With a runtime of 161 minutes and genres spanning crime, drama, thriller, and action, it is a tense, character-driven story about survival.

Should you watch Kara?

Watch it for

  • Dhanush plays Karasaami, a thief forced back into crime, anchoring the film's crime-drama tension.
  • Director Vignesh Raja directs a cast that includes Karunas, Jayaram, K. S. Ravikumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu, and Mamitha Baiju.
  • The 161-minute runtime gives room for the crime thriller and action genres to develop the conflict between Karasaami and the cop Bharathan.
  • G. V. Prakash Kumar composes the music for this Tamil-language film.

Skip it if

  • You prefer shorter films; at 161 minutes, Kara demands a significant time commitment.
  • You avoid crime thrillers with a U/A 16+ certificate that may include moderate violence and mature themes.
  • You want a light-hearted watch; the debt-driven plot and cop pursuit keep the tone serious.

Kara cast

DhanushDhanushas Karasaami
KarunasKarunasas Kasi Maayan
JayaramJayaramas Muthu Selvan
K. S. RavikumarK. S. Ravikumaras Kanthasaami
Suraj VenjaramooduSuraj Venjaramooduas BharathanMamitha BaijuMamitha Baijuas SelliM. S. BhaskarM. S. Bhaskaras Kangayya
Prithvi Pandiarajanas Murugesan
Sreeja RaviSreeja Ravias Dhanam
Dhanesh Koliyatas Chittarkottai Manager
P.L. ThenappanP.L. Thenappanas Thenappan
Aadukalam NarenAadukalam Narenas Customer Inspector

Kara movie details

DirectorVignesh Raja
WriterAlfred Prakash, Vignesh Raja
MusicG. V. Prakash Kumar
CinematographyTheni Eashwar
ProducerIshari. K. Ganesh
Release date30 April 2026
Runtime2h 41m (161 minutes)
Original languageTamil
Country of originIndia
Languages spoken in the filmTamil
Original titleகர
Certificate (India)U/A 16+

Parental guide: is Kara family friendly?

ViolenceModerate
LanguageMild
Sexual contentMild
Family viewingNot ideal

This is a general guide based on the U/A 16+ certificate and crime thriller genre; the film may not suit younger viewers. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.

Our verdict

Kara brings Dhanush together with a strong supporting cast for a crime drama about a thief pulled back into the life he tried to leave. The 161-minute runtime and U/A 16+ rating suggest a serious, tense watch rather than a light entertainer. If you enjoy Tamil thrillers with family stakes and a cat-and-mouse conflict, this one is worth considering.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Kara online in India?

Kara will be available to stream on Netflix in India from 28 May 2026.

What is the release date of Kara?

Kara releases in Indian theatres on 30 April 2026.

Who is in the cast of Kara?

The cast includes Dhanush as Karasaami, Karunas as Kasi Maayan, Jayaram as Muthu Selvan, K. S. Ravikumar as Kanthasaami, Suraj Venjaramoodu as Bharathan, Mamitha Baiju as Selli, M. S. Bhaskar as Kangayya, and Prithvi Pandiarajan as Murugesan.

Who directed Kara?

Kara is directed by Vignesh Raja.

What is the runtime of Kara?

Kara has a runtime of 161 minutes.

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