SU from SU is a horror comedy drama, starring Shanel Gautham, JP Theanad, and more in lead roles, with Raj B. Shetty supporting the project. The film itself is written and directed by JP Thumanad, initially released in theaters on 25 July 2025.
After its dramatic run, the film is now available for streaming on the OTT platform jiohotstar. If you are planning to see it, then there is a Pinkvilla review.
Plot
The SU has been set against the backdrop of a coastal village in Karnataka. The story examines Ashoka’s life, who is a young man, who develops a crush on a girl from his village. However, due to a series of misunderstandings, he is rumored to be near Sulochan from Someshwar village.
As the rumor spreads around the village like a wildfire, many chaotic moments still come up, the villagers tried their best to drive away the soul.
Good
SO to SO is a new age and creative spin on the style of horror comedy. It starts strong and maintains its speed continuously. The screenplay is coordinated not only with poignant moments not only the elements of humor but also drama, romance, and horror.
The film provides a fresh cinematic experience with the least defects, which is one of the standout films of Kannada Cinema for release in recent times. With enjoyable moments, Su adopts a character-powered story from SO that leaves a permanent impact on the audience.
The specifics of a simple conspiracy rich in the increasing number of negotiations of the characters created a sense of old school comedy. Colorful characters combine the film together, and the writing behind them, including sharp and funny dialogues that stand out.
Comedy waterfall shines from a writing perspective, and JP Theanad executes it best. Their direction is standing outside from the beginning, but she keeps it together, maintaining a consistent comic tone without any Navini.
The performance is commendable, many actors gave their best. Coming to technical aspects, SU SO So So SO SUSTRER by SUMEDH K presents a beautiful soundtrack, with a luxurious background score by Sandeep Thulsidas.
S Chandrasekaran’s cinematographer enhances the film’s scene story, while the editing of the film by Nithin Shetty effectively brings it together.
bad
There are very few shortcomings from a cinematic experience from SU. However, the film is lacking with its plot. While simple and hearty moments are the main attraction of the film, they can be a disappointment for the audience, which expects some more leveled and suspects.
Display
There are recently some of the best characters in the Kannada film from SU. Although the actor and his performances bring out the best characters.
As JP Thuminad himself plays Ashoka, Ravi Anna as Shanel Gautham heats someone’s heart with his comic time and manifestations. While Raj B. Shetty creates a special appearance as Guruji, he steals the show with his body language, dialogue and humor. Additionally, Sandhya shines with her role as Arkere brother.
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Decision
SU from SU is a fun and fresh comedy that is well dull in your brain after credit rolls. By balanced romance and drama with horror, it stands as one of the best undertakings in Kannada cinema.
With the consistent tone of comedy and a social message, it does not come as forced or feeling preaching, making it an ideal watch for this week.
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