Sekhar Kammula — the slow but steady filmmaker — is known for making very few films, but the ones he does create earn lasting goodwill.
In an age where audiences struggle to sit through a movie even once, his films find a place in re-watch lists.
Now, he returns with Kubera. The teaser is out, and it signals a shift — this time, Kammula seems to have chosen a serious, intense subject, stepping away from his usual heartwarming and grounded storytelling.
The teaser is cut with clarity, setting the right expectations and actually trying to narrate a story through its visuals.
In today’s filmmaking culture, teasers heavily rely on elevation shots, flashy cuts, and a couple of powerful lines to generate buzz.
But Kammula does things differently — he lets his story unfold visually, backed by DSP’s evocative music.
The result? A teaser that quietly assures us that he has a solid narrative up his sleeve.
On the flip side, what’s missing is the kind of chartbuster song that Kammula is usually known for.
His films feature at least one addictive song that dominates playlists and keeps the film in public conversation.
After watching this serious teaser, it feels like that musical high point may not be part of Kubera.
Still, Kubera carries promise. It brings together a refreshing crossover cast: Tamil star Dhanush and Telugu senior star Nagarjuna Akkineni.
With Sekhar Kammula at the helm, it’s definitely a film to watch out for.
As always, it will all come down to that first show and the word of mouth. But for a genuine storyteller like him, that’s where the real journey begins.
