Karavali

Karavali (2026)



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9.0 2026 — —

Director: Gurudatha Ganiga

Cast: Prajwal Devaraj, Raj B Shetty, Sampada Hulivana, Ramesh Indira, Mithra

Against the rugged, breathtaking coastline of Karnataka, *Karavali* dives deep into the timeless clash between humanity and the wild. At its heart lies the electrifying world of Kambala—an age-old buffalo racing tradition—where raw culture, fierce competition, and the relentless trials of rural life collide in a story as untamed as the land itself.

More About This Film

Karavali is a 2026 Kannada action-adventure drama directed by Gurudatha Ganiga and set against the cultural landscape of coastal Karnataka. The film follows a conflict involving people and animals in a rural coastal setting, with traditional Kambala buffalo racing forming an important part of its world and emotional backdrop.

Prajwal Devaraj and Raj B. Shetty lead the cast alongside Sampada Hulivana, Ramesh Indira, Mithra, Sushmitha Bhat, and Govinde Gowda. The film combines regional culture, family and community tensions, action, and revenge-drama elements.

  • Gurudatha Ganiga directed and produced the film.
  • The main cast includes Prajwal Devaraj, Raj B. Shetty, and Sampada Hulivana.
  • Abhimanyu Sadanandan served as cinematographer and Sachin Basrur composed the music.
  • The film was certified in India in July 2026 and released theatrically on July 24.
  • The film's cultural setting and Kambala sequences were highlighted heavily during its promotional campaign.

Where to Watch

Karavali was released theatrically in India, while its later digital availability depends on regional distribution agreements.