The thriller drama, ‘Rakkasapuradhol’ starring Raj B Shetty helmed by debutant
Ravi Saranga was released on February 6, 2026. The film has been receiving praises and recently Kannada superstar Kiccah Sudeep shared best wishes and congratulations with the team.
Kiccha Sudeep’s social media post
On his X (formerly Twitter) handle, he wrote, “Hearing great reviews about #Rakkasapuradhol ... congrats @stuntravivarma.. u surely deserve the best. Shall watch it ASAP. Bestest wshs @RajbshettyOMK, #RaviSaranga & to the entire team.”
About ‘Rakkasapuradhol’
Speaking about the film, the story follows
Shiva, played by Raj B Shetty, who is seen as a disgraced, alcoholic sub-inspector who has been suspended from duty. He is reinstated and transferred to a remote, mist-cloaked village called Rakkasapura, which is known for its eerie calm and supposedly "low crime rate."
After some time, when he arrives, the village encounters multiple gruesome murders and kidnappings. The victims are often young women found with their faces burned, staged in a ritualistic manner.
Cast of the film
The film also features Archana Kottige, B. Suresha, Gopalkrishna Deshpande and others.
‘Rakkasapuradhol’ box office performance
Speaking about its theatrical run, the film, in five days, according to trade analyst Sacnilk, made over Rs 1.71 crore worldwide and also Rs 1.53 crore in India net and is currently running in theatres.
As per a report by OTTPlay, the film has secured its television and digital streaming partners ahead of its theatrical debut. It is expected to be streaming on ZEE5 post its theatrical run.
Raj B Shetty’s last films also include the super hit, ‘Su From So’. Recently, while speaking with Kannada Filmy Club, he shared the experience of locking the OTT deal for the film. He said the deal happened only after the film became a huge hit in theatres.