Overview

• Sekhar Kammula initially offered the beggar protagonist to Vijay Deverakonda, who declined over concerns about alienating his core fan base.
• The pivotal role of Deva ultimately went to Dhanush, whose portrayal of a street dweller has been widely lauded.
• Released on June 20, Kuberaa examines greed, power and social injustice through the journey of a man rising from the streets.
• The film has amassed over Rs125 crore worldwide, cementing its status as a pan-Indian commercial hit.
• The casting shift underscores how star-image management and audience perception shape major creative decisions in India’s film industry.