Karuna Kumar
Directing
- Born
- May 5, 1976 (age 50)
Karuna Kumar is an acclaimed Telugu film writer and director known for blending rooted storytelling with cinematic scale. His debut feature, Palasa 1978 (2020), a gritty period drama set in rural Andhra Pradesh, received widespread critical acclaim for its authentic portrayal of caste politics and social unrest. Then he made the OTT anthology Metro Kathalu (2020). He went on to direct the commercial hit Sridevi Soda Center (2021), the satirical comedy Kalapuram (2022), and MATKA (2024)
Karuna's upcoming project, Honey, is a suspense-driven thriller. Beyond cinema, he is the author of Savarlakonda, a bestselling Telugu short story collection celebrated for its rich depiction of rural life. Known for his ability to craft emotionally resonant narratives rooted in regional culture, Karuna Kumar continues to work across theatrical and streaming platforms, developing original content that bridges local authenticity with global appeal.
Known for
Behind the camera6
- 2026Honey Writer, Director
- 2024Matka Director, Writer
- 2022Kalapuram Director, Writer
- 2021Sridevi Soda Center Director, Writer
- 2020Metro Kathalu Director
- 2020Palasa 1978 Director
Acting3
- 2025Katha Kamamishu
- 2024Naa Saami Ranga
- 2020Uma Maheswara Ugra Roopasya as Karuna