Uppu Kappurambu Review: A Missed Opportunity Wrapped in Forced Humor
Keerthy Suresh, known for her strong choices in both content-driven and commercial cinema, takes a rare detour into full-blown comedy with Uppu Kappurambu. But unfortunately, this experiment turns out to be a misfire.
Released on Amazon Prime Video, the film tries to blend family traditions, graveyard politics, and dark humor—but ends up neither funny nor emotionally engaging.
A Confused Tone & Flat Execution
The concept had potential for satire, centered around a quirky premise involving limited graveyard space and outdated customs. However, poor writing and inconsistent tone drag the film down early.
Scenes meant to be humorous feel exaggerated and awkward, and even when emotional depth is attempted, it’s barely explored before being drowned in slapstick.
Keerthy Suresh & Suhas Deserved Better
Keerthy plays a role that demands over-the-top expressions and loud comedy, but it doesn’t suit her natural screen presence. While she’s proven her versatility in films like Mahanati and Miss India, here she’s undermined by the screenplay.
Suhas, who has been impressing with smart indie picks, tries his best to bring charm, but his character also feels stuck inside a confused script.
A Wake-Up Call for OTT Platforms?
Streaming platforms like Amazon Prime Video need to rethink their content curation strategy. Simply casting big names isn’t enough. Uppu Kappurambu is a prime example of a project with intriguing potential that was let down by directionless storytelling.
A film can’t survive on novelty or casting alone—it needs a solid creative foundation.
Verdict
Uppu Kappurambu could have been a clever social satire or a heartfelt family drama. Instead, it becomes a forgettable, forced comedy with little to hold onto.
Hopefully, this serves as a learning curve for Keerthy Suresh, Suhas, and even the platforms backing such content—quality storytelling must always come first.
