Recent releases have seen a surge in both critical acclaim and box office success.
For those seeking the best of Kannada cinema (Sandalwood), the following films are currently the top-rated and most discussed titles from recent years. Top Rated Kannada Movies (2024–2025) tamilmv kannada movies top
: A highly-rated mythological animation (8.5 IMDb) that became a surprise global hit, earning over ₹320 crore. Recent releases have seen a surge in both
: Starring Shivarajkumar, this prequel to Mufti delves into the origin of the dreaded gangster and has been a major chart-topper. tamilmv kannada movies top
: An action-thriller featuring Srii Murali that received critical praise for subverting commercial templates, eventually becoming the highest-grossing Kannada film of 2024.