The trailer for Uppu Kappurambu, a Telugu satirical comedy starring Keerthy Suresh and Suhas, landed on June 19, 2025, and it’s already stirring up excitement. Set to premiere exclusively on Amazon Prime Video on July 4, 2025, this offbeat gem promises a hilarious blend of chaos, heart, and sharp humor set in a fictional South Indian village grappling with a bizarre crisis. Directed by Ani I.V. Sasi and produced by Radhika Lavu under Ellanar Films, the trailer offers a glimpse into a world where burial plots are rarer than gold. Here’s why the Uppu Kappurambu trailer is turning heads and what’s in store for this unique OTT release.
A Wild and Witty Premise
Set in the early 1990s in the made-up village of Chitti Jayapuram, Uppu Kappurambu dives into an absurd problem: the village has no space left to bury its dead. The two-minute trailer introduces Apoorva (Keerthy Suresh), a determined but slightly clueless village head who faces flak for being a woman in charge. She teams up with Chinna (Suhas), a sneaky graveyard caretaker with his own agenda, sparking a chaotic “lucky draw” to assign burial plots. It’s a whirlwind of slapstick, small-town drama, and clever jabs, teasing a story that mixes social satire with warmth.
Keerthy Suresh, riding high on her National Award wins, calls Apoorva a “totally fresh role” that’s “idealistic, stubborn, and a bit lost.” She told Filmibeat, “The script’s mix of satire and heart pulled me in. It’s funny but says something real.” Suhas, loved for Colour Photo, adds, “Chinna’s unlike any role I’ve done. He’s a simple dude caught in a messy, layered situation. The trailer’s just a sneak peek—there’s way more craziness coming.”
Mixed Vibes on the Trailer
The trailer’s got fans buzzing, but it’s a bit of a mixed bag. Many are loving its bold concept and grounded feel. Outlets like Telangana Today praised its “fun take on rural life and politics,” while OTTplay called out Keerthy’s “nerdy new vibe” and the trailer’s “goofy moments.” The cast, including Babu Mohan, Shatru, Talluri Rameshwari, Subhalekha Sudhakar, and more, brings a nostalgic charm, and Vasanth Maringanti’s script hints at sharp digs at bureaucracy and village quirks.
But not everyone’s on board. A review from 123telugu.com called it “messy” and “over-the-top,” saying the humor felt forced and didn’t land, leaving them skeptical about the July 4 release. Still, the trailer’s quirky energy and the Keerthy-Suhas duo have sparked enough curiosity to keep the hype alive.
Perfect for OTT
Going straight to OTT instead of theaters, Uppu Kappurambu feels like a smart fit for streaming. Its low-budget, experimental style, as OTTplay noted, lines up with Prime Video’s push for fresh Telugu content after their first Telugu original, Ammayi. The film will stream in Telugu with dubs in Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam, and Kannada, plus subtitles in 12 languages, reaching over 240 countries. This global drop, backed by Prime’s huge audience, gives it a shot at being a surprise hit.
The trailer launch event in Hyderabad on June 19, with the cast and crew in attendance, amped up the excitement. Keerthy and Suhas shared fun behind-the-scenes tidbits, and Suhas has teased in past chats that the film’s “non-preachy” vibe makes it stand out, a tone the trailer nails with its light but pointed humor.
What’s Coming
Likely clocking in under two hours (runtime details are still under wraps), Uppu Kappurambu looks like a snappy, fun watch. The trailer suggests a tight story with plenty of laughs and heart, poking at themes like gender roles and rural issues without getting too serious. Ani I.V. Sasi’s direction and Maringanti’s unique script aim to balance wackiness with real characters, though the trailer’s mixed reception means the film’s gotta deliver more than it’s teasing.
Why You Should Watch
Keerthy Suresh’s big Telugu OTT comeback after Dasara’s theater run, paired with Suhas’ growing star power, makes Uppu Kappurambu a must-see duo. The trailer’s peek into Chitti Jayapuram’s chaos—lotteries for graves, village feuds—sets up a comedy that’s both silly and sharp. Whether it’s a hidden gem or a swing and a miss, its bold idea and strong cast make it worth a look for fans of quirky regional tales.
Save the date for July 4, 2025, and catch Uppu Kappurambu on Amazon Prime Video or OTTplay Premium.