Dhanush’s 51st film, 'Kuberaa' seems to be off to a promising start. An early review praises its performances, intense narrative, and world-class visuals. The movie is directed and co-written by Sekhar Kammula.Dhanush’s transformation stuns in a gritty power playAccording to the early review shared by actor-critic Kuldeep Gadhvi after a censor screening, Kuberaa earns a solid 4.5 out of 5 stars. He describes the film as “visually rich, emotionally layered, and phenomenally directed,” with Dhanush delivering a “phenomenal job” in portraying a man’s rise from poverty to becoming a power-hungry game-changer. Nagarjuna impresses as a sly chartered accountant managing black money, while Rashmika’s role adds both emotional depth and strategic complexity.Stylish, slow-burn thriller with global visual aesthetic

Cinematographer and editor get high praise for creating a stylized and immersive visual tone. The review reads, ".editing is smartly designed it creates a perfect balance between pace, tension and emotion. The second half feels like a rollercoaster..Music N Composition Is Good.. Dialogues , Screenplay , Writing Strong N Impactful."Jim Sarbh is noted for a mysterious and powerful antagonist role with possible international political ties, and Dalip Tahil plays a senior figure deeply entrenched in the web of corruption.

The writing, dialogues, and screenplay have been lauded for their depth and intensity.'Kuberaa' may divide viewers with its pacing, but impresses overallThe review further says, "Overall Kuberaa is a slow-burn, cerebral crime thriller that holds your attention for most of its 3 hours. If you enjoy intense performances, visual drama, and layered writing — it keeps you hooked. But if you seek fast action and masala-style pacing, you'll find it a bit long..."

Overall, from the first review, it seems that the Dhanush starrer is an impressive outing from Sekhar Kammula. The crime drama has a star-studded ensemble featuring Nagarjuna Akkineni, Rashmika Mandanna, Jim Sarbh, and Dalip Tahil.