Kuberaa director on why Dhanush's film is failing in Tamil: Thought it would catch on
In 'Kuberaa', Dhanush plays Deva, a beggar who is drawn into a high-stakes world of financial crime by former CBI officer Deepak, portrayed by Nagarjuna. The ensemble cast also includes Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarbh, and Dilip Tahil in pivotal roles.advertisement According to tracking platform Sacnilk, the film has earned Rs 81 crore nett in India in eleven days. The makers also claimed that 'Kuberaa' crossed the Rs 100 crore-mark at the worldwide box office within its first week. However, in Tamil Nadu - despite Dhanush's strong fan base - the response has not matched expectations.On the work front, Dhanush will next be seen in 'Idly Kadai', a drama film he has directed himself. Scheduled for release on October 1, 2025, the film also stars Arun Vijay and Nithya Menen. Nagarjuna, meanwhile, will be seen in Lokesh Kanagaraj's upcoming film 'Coolie', headlined by Rajinikanth. - Ends
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