"Kerebete," a Kannada film set against the backdrop of Malnadโs culture and traditional fishing practices, falls flat on every front. The story starts sluggishly, failing to hook the audience with its convoluted narrative. The protagonist, Naga (Gowrishankar), initially seems intriguing but quickly becomes unconvincing as his actionsโdabbling in timber smuggling and kidnappingโturn the plot into a bizarre, illogical mess.
The screenplay is a disaster, meandering aimlessly and losing the viewerโs interest early on. The central love story between Naga and Meena (Bindu Shivaram) feels forced and lacks emotional depth, making it hard to care about their romance. While the film tries to touch on caste discrimination and social issues, it does so superficially, leaving no impact.
The cinematography captures Malnadโs scenic beauty, but itโs not enough to salvage the weak storyline. The songs and background score are forgettable, adding to the filmโs dullness. The second half picks up slightly, but by then, most viewers will have checked out. Overall, "Kerebete" is a disappointing watch with neither a compelling story nor memorable characters. Skip this one and opt for a better South Indian film instead.
Rating: 1.5/