"Kubera" First Look: Dhanush Unveils Fierce New Avatar on His 41st Birthday

Multifaceted actor Dhanush, touted for his bold and offbeat roles, celebrated his 41st birthday in great style a few days ago. On this joyous occasion, a pleasant surprise awaited fans when Sree Venkateswara Cinemas LLP released a new avatar look of Dhanush from the much-anticipated epic fantasy drama, “Kubera”. This cinematic gem is not only supposed to mark Dhanush’s Telugu debut but also promises to transcend linguistic barriers by being released as a trilingual.

The Intense Poster: A Glimpse into Dhanush's Transformation

The poster, released on his birthday, features Dhanush raw and unfiltered. There is a brooding, dark backdrop; he sports a rugged beard and intense eyes, the sort that spells a depth in an attempt to give a hint of the character’s complexity. The caption goes, “Wishing D man of versatility, D man of experiments @dhanushkraja sir a very happy birthday. 🔥 #SekharKammulasKubera #HappyBirthdayDhanush.” 👑

The official film handle also shared a similar sentiment and penned, “Happy Birthday to the phenomenal @dhanushkraja Sir! Here’s to more groundbreaking performances and unforgettable moments in #SekharKammulasKubera!

The ever-passionate fans replied, droves upon droves, on social media. One such fan typed in excitedly, “Dhanush in #Kubera: Waiting for the movie release.” Another was nostalgic, remarking, “He may act in 100 cinemas, but for me, he will always be remembered as Raghuvaran. Happy birthday @dhanushkraja.” Fire emojis added by some enthusiastic followers showed a little more of that fire.

About "Kubera": Ancient Mysticism and the Quest for Riches

The highly regarded National Award-winning filmmaker Sekhar Kammula strings along a romance flavored with ancient mysticism in the movie “Kubera”. The story is inspired by the legend of Kubera, the wealthiest deity in Hinduism. The film stars Dhanush alongside luminaries such as the legendary Nagarjuna, the effervescent Rashmika Mandanna, and the mysterious Jim Sarbh. Of course, this marks the entry of both Dhanush and Jim into Telugu cinema, promising a fresh and dynamic collaboration.

The ‘Kubera’ production house is no less impressive either. Helmed by a keen storyteller, Sonali Narang, the film is produced by the dynamic duo of Suniel Narang and Puskur Ram Mohan Rao under the banner of Sree Venkateswara Cinemas LLP in association with Amigos Creations Pvt Ltd. The cinematographer, Niketh Bommi, has done wonders in capturing the visual grandeur of this epic drama. World-building is the result of the creative genius of Ramakrishna Sabbani and Monika Nigotre, the production designers.

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Ahead Lies: Release Date and Expectation

“Kubera” is all geared up to make waves across languages. Going by the fact that it will be released in Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi, this film will surely bring a bout of fantasia in the lives of audiences where ancient secrets meet opulence. Undergoing the final schedule of shooting, It is going to keenly await its theatrical release on screens in December. The music, by none other than Devi Sri Prasad, shall continue to heighten this magical experience of the movie, resounding within the viewers’ minds long after it gets over.

Not to forget the recent outing of Dhanush, which got already named in the history of box office itself: “Raayan” had mopped up an astonishing Rs 25 crore in just two days, proving that all it takes is the name of Dhanush, either as a star or behind the camera, to make a film a runaway hit. With “Kubera” as his 51st film, Dhanush has proved beyond a doubt that he is always on the move and leaves his own distinct stamp on the silver screen.