Karki OTT Release Date And Platform: Here's When And Where To Watch Pavithran's Social Drama Film Online

Karki OTT Release: Karki, the Kannada drama directed by Pavithran, is all set to begin its digital streaming journey. The film, which hit theaters on September 20, 2024, will be available for streaming on SunNXT starting July 11, 2025. The OTT release allows a wider audience to access the film from home, especially those who missed its theatrical run.

Produced by Prakash Palani under the banner of Third Eye Media, Karki is a remake of the critically acclaimed 2018 Tamil film Pariyerum Perumal, written by Mari Selvaraj. The Kannada adaptation stars Jai Prakash Reddy in the lead role as Muthathi Mutturaj, also known as Muttu. Meenakshi Dinesh, marking her debut in Kannada cinema, plays Jyothi Lakshmi, also referred to as Jo. The film also features performances by Sadhu Kokila, Bala Rajwadi, Yathiraj, and Mimicry Gopi in key supporting roles.

Karki: Social Drama Rooted In Caste Struggle To Stream Online

At the heart of Karki is the story of Muthuraj, a young man who encounters caste-based discrimination during his pursuit of education and justice. The narrative follows his journey through these systemic challenges and explores themes of dignity, resistance, and the social barriers that persist in contemporary society.

The film was shot across multiple locations in Karnataka, including Shimoga, Davanagere, Hubli, Kolar, Bangalore, and Channapatna. Certain sequences, especially those involving dogs, were filmed in Kyasinakere and Tirunelveli (Tamil Nadu), chosen for their specific landscape and setting. The cinematography was handled by Rishikesh, while the editing was jointly done by Sri Crazy Mindz and Raaj Krss.

Arjun Janya composed the film's music, with notable songs like "Kannale" featuring vocals by Shreenidhi G Shastry and Manasa Holla, and lyrics penned by Kaviraj. The film received a U/A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification.

With Karki now arriving on SunNXT, the digital release offers viewers an opportunity to revisit or newly experience this socially rooted drama. As Kannada cinema continues to explore adaptations and socially conscious narratives, Karki joins a growing list of films accessible to audiences beyond the theatrical space.