15 Best Kannada Movies of 2023

Welcome to our handpicked selection of the best Kannada movies of 2023! The allure of Kannada movies lies in their ability to transport viewers into different realms, evoke emotions, and leave a lasting impact. As the year unfolds, the Kannada film industry continues to dazzle audiences with its diverse array of cinematic offerings. From heartfelt dramas to action-packed thrillers and laugh-out-loud comedies, 2023 has been a year of exceptional storytelling and mesmerizing performances.

Kannada cinema has a rich tradition of producing cinematic gems that blend entertainment with meaningful storytelling, and 2023 is poised to deliver some exceptional cinematic experiences. With a blend of creativity, innovation, and cultural richness, the best Kannada movies of 2023 are ready to enchant viewers and set new benchmarks in cinematic excellence. Join us as we explore the vibrant world of Kannada cinema and celebrate the standout films that have left a lasting impression on viewers.

List of Best Kannada Movies of 2023:

Saptha Sagaradaache Ello – Side A

Release date: 1 September 2023
Genre: Romantic, Drama
Director: Hemanth M. Rao
Starring: Rakshit Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth
Storyline: Manu and Priya hail from a middle-class background and fall in love. When circumstances land Manu in jail, his relationship with Priya is put in jeopardy. It is one of the best Kannada movies on Amazon Prime Video.

Available on: Amazon Prime Video
Sequel: Sapta Saagaradaache Ello – Side B

Kaatera

Release date: 29 December 2023
Genre: Action, Drama
Director: Tharun Sudhir
Starring: Darshan, Aradhana Ram, Jagapathi Babu
Storyline: Set against the rustic backdrop of the 1970s, unfolds the tale of farmers confronting challenges that intricately shape the course of their lives.

Available on: Zee5

Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare

Release date: 21 July 2023
Genre: Comedy
Director: Nithin Krishnamurthy
Starring: Prajwal B. P., Manjunath Nayaka, Srivatsa, Tejas Jayanna Urs
Storyline: When a boys’ hostel warden commits suicide, he leaves behind a note blaming some students residing on the premises for his death. The suspects must now come up with a plan to hide the body.

Available on: Zee5

Ghost

Release date: 19 October 2023
Genre: Action, Thriller
Director: M. G. Srinivas
Starring: Shiva Rajkumar, Jayaram, Anupam Kher, Prashant Narayanan, Archana Jois, M. G. Srinivas
Storyline: A Group of some people hijacked the jail in the city and demanding the release of ghost or elsewhere all the criminals will be set free.

Available on: Zee5

Toby

Release date: 25 August 2023
Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller
Director: Basil Alchalakkal
Starring: Raj B. Shetty, Samyukta Hornad, Raj Deepak Shetty, Chaitra Achar
Storyline: Toby, an estranged man deemed to be a beast, vows to break free from the evil world and transform himself for Jenny.

Available on: TBA

Nodadha Putagalu

Release date: 21 April 2023
Genre: Fantasy, Comedy
Director: Vasanth Kumar S
Starring: Preetham Makkhihaali, Kavya Ramesh, Vilas Kulkarni, Ashok Rao, Shanti Gowda
Storyline: Assistant Chitraksha from Yamaloka observes an emergency with a newborn baby Adithya in the hospital. On Earth, he finds a special book that shows the future of the baby. He begins to read the book which sends him on a journey that ends with a twist.

Available on: Amazon Prime Video

Kranti

Release date: 26 January 2023
Genre: Action, Drama
Director: V. Harikrishna
Starring: Darshan, Rachita Ram, Ravichandran, Tarun Arora, P. Ravi Shankar
Storyline: When corrupt forces try to take over thousands of government schools in an Indian state, NRI businessman Kranti Rayanna must bring about a revolution to protect the interests of the students

Available on: Amazon Prime Video

Tatsama Tadbhava

Release date: 15 September 2023
Genre: Crime, Thriller
Director: Vishal Atreya
Starring: Prajwal Devaraj, Meghana Raj, Aravind Iyer, Balaji Manohar
Storyline: A seasoned police inspector delves into a perplexing missing person’s investigation that reveals a web of secrets, lies, and mystery.

Available on: Amazon Prime Video

Kabzaa

Release date: 17 March 2023
Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller
Director: R. Chandru
Starring: Upendra, Kiccha Sudeepa, Shiva Rajkumar, Shriya Saran, Dev Gill, Sudha
Storyline: In 1947 a Gandhi follower and a freedom fighter were brutally attacked. Due to unavoidable circumstances, the freedom fighter son gets trapped in the mafia world and the story revolves between 1942 to 1986.

Available on: Amazon Prime Video

Tales of Mahanagara

Release date: 15 September 2023
Genre: Thriller
Director: Rajeev Kiran Vaneil
Starring: Atharv Vijay, Ramola Shimoga, Samoath Maitreya
Storyline: Tales of Mahanagara weaves together the lives of a cab driver, an artist, and two laymen in the city, as their seemingly unrelated stories converge when they become trapped in a life-threatening experiment.

Available on: TBA

Gurudev Hoysala

Release date: 30 March 2023
Genre: Action, Thriller
Director: Vijay Naagendra
Starring: Dhananjaya, Amrutha Iyengar, Naveen Shankar, B. S. Avinash, Achyuth Kumar, Anirudh Bhat
Storyline: An upright police officer, is transferred to Athani to investigate a case of a fellow missing officer. While working on the case, a young couple is brought to the station by one of his subordinates suspecting them of foul play.

Available on: Amazon Prime Video

Long Drive

Release date: 15 September 2023
Genre: Thriller
Director: Sri Raju G
Starring: Arjun Yogesh Raj, Supritha Sathyanarayan, Tejaswini Shekhar
Storyline: A couple, and two friends, who go through some hardship during the trip.

Available on: TBA

Aachar & Co

Release date: 28 July 2023
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Director: Sindhu Sreenivasa Murthy
Starring: Sindhu Sreenivasa Murthy, Vamsidhar Bhogaraju, Harshil Koushik, Anirudh Acharya, Jagadishwar Sukumar
Storyline: Set against the backdrop of 1960s Bangalore, follows the journey of a traditional family as they navigate the challenges of embracing modernity while honouring their roots

Available on: Amazon Prime Video

Kousalya Supraja Rama

Release date: 28 July 2023
Genre: Comedy, Family, Drama
Director: Shashank
Starring: Darling Krishna, Brinda Acharya, Milana Nagaraj
Storyline: The film focuses on the most ignored issue of our society, Male Chauvinism. It depicts the definition of a true man. Directed by Shashank, Starring Darling Krishna, Brinda Acharya & Milana Nagaraj.

Available on: Amazon Prime Video

Swathi Mutthina Male Haniy

Release date: Raj B. Shetty
Genre: Romantic, Drama
Director: Raj B. Shetty
Starring: Raj B. Shetty, Siri Ravikumar
Storyline: A hospice counsellor, Prerana, finds new meaning in her life when she befriends Aniketh, a terminally ill patient. Their bond challenges the conventional notions of love, life, and humanity.

Available on: Amazon Prime Video (Rent)

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