Dhanush’s Tamil Film Kara Is Now Streaming On Netflix

A big-budget Dhanush thriller that failed at the box office is now getting a second chance on OTT - and fans are already curious to know if Kara deserves a watch.

Movie Details
Movie Name	Kara
OTT Release Date	28 May 2026
OTT Platform	Netflix
Lead cast	Dhanush and Mamitha Baiju
Language	Tamil
Available	Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada
Genre	Heist Action Thriller
Director	Vignesh Raja
Producer	Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh and Kushmitha Ganesh
Writer	Vignesh Raja and Alfred Prakash
Music Composer	G. V. Prakash Kumar
Cinematography	Theni Eswar ISC
Editor	Sreejith Sarang
Budget (approx.)	Rs 100 Crore
Box Office Collection (worldwide)	Rs 54 Crore
Rating	8.1/10

What Is The Story Of Kara?

The tale centers on Karasaami, or Kara, a burglar residing in the 1990s. When a bank seals his ancestral property, his life takes a challenging turn. Kara teams up with his partner Murugesan and sustains themselves through thefts, such as breaking into an MLA’s residence while posing as an electricity board lineman.

At a certain moment, Kara chooses to abandon his life of crime and pursue a conventional job. Yet, he remains plagued by ongoing financial difficulties. Conditions deteriorate following problems with a bank loan and the loss of his property, ultimately driving him back into criminal activity.

Also Read: 12 New OTT Movies & Shows Coming In June 2026 (Must-Watch)

Kara Box Office Collection - Hit Or Miss?

Kara Box Office Collection
Kara India Net Collection	Kara India Gross Collection	Kara Overseas Gross Collection	Kara Worldwide Gross Collection
Rs 37.56 Crore	Rs 44.32 Crore	Rs 10.5 Crore	Rs 54.82 Crore

Kara was allegedly produced with a budget of 100 crore, and in contrast to this expenditure, it generated merely 37.56 crore net. Thus, in its entire run, the movie generated only 37.56% of its budget and incurred a loss of 62.44 crore or 62.44%. According to movie analysts, it received a flop rating at the Indian box office.

Dhanush’s Kara OTT Details

Dhanush’s latest film Kara made its OTT debut within a month of its theatrical release. As per box office numbers, the film did not earn well in theaters.

But if you are considering watching it online, here is some good news for you. Tamil film Kara is now available to stream on Netflix. It is not only available in Tamil language but also in Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi.

Although Kara failed to impress at the box office, OTT audiences might connect better with its emotional storyline and Dhanush’s intense performance. If you enjoy crime thrillers with drama and action, this Netflix release can still be worth a watch.

You May Also Like

Latest Movies In Cinemas
Chand Mera Dil	Aakhri Sawal	Pati Patni Aur Woh Do