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Varun Tej’s Korean Kanakaraju Seals Major Non-Theatrical Deals Ahead of Release

Varun Tej’s Korean Kanakaraju secures huge non-theatrical deals, with strong buzz for its August 7 release. The Indo-Korean horror comedy is directed by Merlapaka Gandhi.

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Dumtika Editorial

June 8, 2026 · 1 min read

Varun Tej’s Korean Kanakaraju Seals Major Non-Theatrical Deals Ahead of Release

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Varun Tej’s much-awaited film, Korean Kanakaraju, is making waves even before its theatrical release as it clinches substantial non-theatrical deals. This cross-cultural horror comedy, helmed by director-writer Merlapaka Gandhi and produced by UV Creations, has been building strong anticipation among fans and industry watchers alike.

Varun Tej, who has consistently expanded his market reach with diverse choices, teams up with Gandhi for a project that promises a unique Indo-Korean flavour. The post-production phase is progressing briskly, with the film’s musical score by S. Thaman already striking a chord—particularly the chart-topping single "Kamsahamnida."

Industry reports reveal that the movie’s non-theatrical rights have fetched impressive sums, reflecting confidence in both the film’s potential and Varun Tej’s star power. Sources close to the production describe his portrayal of Korean Kanakaraju as both entertaining and memorable, with the film offering an innovative spin on the horror comedy genre—"Gandhi has written a very innovative horror comedy different from all his previous films," as per reports.

With a grand release slated for 7th August and a major promotional blitz planned, fans can look forward to more exciting updates as the film gears up to hit screens.