Korean Kanakaraju X Review: 'Paisa Vasool', 'Wasted Potential'; Varun Tej-Ritika Nayak Starrer Gets Mixed Response From Netizens

Telugu film Korean Kanakaraju, starring Varun Tej, Ritika Nayak, and Satya, has hit the big screens. The movie is an action horror-comedy and reportedly revolves around an Indian man who gets possessed by the spirit of a Korean man. The trailer had grabbed everyone's attention, but the movie has received mixed reviews from netizens.

A netizen tweeted, "#KoreanKanakaraju has way too many high moments..🥵🔥 Satya absolutely killed it, the writing deserves all the applause.. Varun Tej bb kottesaduuu🥳❤️ Climax lands really well, full paisa vasool (sic)."

Another X user wrote, "Wasted potential. Good subject didn't translate well. First half was entertaining and then went downhill. Fun worked in bits & pieces. Manchi subjects ni endhuku intha stretchy & lengthy ga theesi cheda dengutharo.... climax AI fight (sic)."

One more netizen tweeted, "#KoreanKanakaRaju is a good, decent entertainer.🤝 Varun Tej shines in dual roles, Satya delivers solid laughs & Thaman’s score 👌🏼🎶 Lucky @RitikaNayak_ Back-to-back blockbuster.💃🔥 Not a wow, but an enjoyable watch with friends & family that will make you laugh out loud (sic)." Check out the tweets below...

Korean Kanakaraju is directed by Merlapaka Gandhi, who had earlier helmed films like Venkatadri Express, Express Raja, Maestro (remake of Andhadhun), and others.

Korean Kanakaraju Box Office Collection

Korean Kanakaraju is expected to take a decent start at the box office. The pre-release buzz was good, but not excellent. So, now it all depends on the reviews and word of mouth. The initial response from the audience is mixed, so it will be interesting to see how much the movie will collect at the box office.

Korean Kanakaraju is an important film for Varun, as his last few releases, like Gandeevadhari Arjuna, Operation Valentine, and Matka, had failed to make a mark at the box office. The actor's fans have high hopes for Korean Kanakaraju.