The film stars Yuva Rajkumar in his acting debut, alongside Sapthami Gowda, Achyuth Kumar, Gopal Krishna Deshpande, Sudharani, and Kishore in supporting roles.
Released on 29 March 2024, the Indian Kannada-language action drama film “Yuva” directed by Santhosh Ananddram and produced by Vijay Kiragandur under Hombale Films, has garnered significant attention. Within the first 6 days of its release, “Yuva” achieved a remarkable box office collection of 7.84 crores.
The plot revolves around Yuva, a national-level wrestler living in Bangalore with his father Shankar, mother Girija, and elder sister Shwetha. After getting banned from wrestling due to allegations of match-fixing, Yuva joins an engineering college in Mangalore. His life takes unexpected turns as he grapples with family responsibilities, financial challenges, and personal growth. Despite being a wrestling champion, Yuva continues to work as a food delivery boy, earning respect from his father and learning valuable life lessons. The film beautifully portrays themes of determination, family bonds, and resilience.
Critics’ reviews have been mixed-to-positive, but the movie’s impressive performance at the box office reflects its appeal to audiences across Karnataka“Yuva” is not just a debut for Yuva Rajkumar but also a promising addition to Kannada cinema, leaving an indelible mark on viewers’ hearts