Best feel-good Kannada movies in India
By the KyaDekhu team · Updated · Availability for India from JustWatch, ratings from IMDb
63 movies in India match this list, with an average IMDb rating of 6.8. Ranked by vote-weighted IMDb rating and popularity; showing the top 30.
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1. 777 Charlie (2022)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 46m · UA · Drama, Adventure · IMDb 8.6 (49.0K votes)
HeartwarmingLow-stakesSlow-burn
Dharma is stuck in a rut with his negative and lonely lifestyle and spends each day in the comfort of his loneliness. A pup named Charlie who is naughty and energetic which is a complete contrast with the Dharma’s character enters his life and gives him a new perspective towards it.
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2. Mungaru Male (2006)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 23m · U · Music, Comedy · IMDb 8.4 (4.4K votes)
HeartwarmingLight-heartedFamily-friendlyFunny
Preetham loves Nandhini, whose marriage is already fixed. He feels bad and leaves the place. Nandini challenges him to win her heart. Preetham accepts the challenge.
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3. Rathnan Prapancha (2021)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 26m · Drama, Comedy · IMDb 8.2 (4.5K votes)
HeartwarmingDialogue-drivenLow-stakes
Rathnakara is an insurance agent living a mundane life with his unapologetically loud mother Saroja. An uncomfortable truth about his life leads him to go on a trail to find his world. What does he learn eventually?
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4. Googly (2013)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 24m · UA · Romance, Comedy · IMDb 7.6 (3.7K votes)
FunnyHeartwarmingLight-heartedLow-stakes
Sharath and Swathi meet in Bangalore and fall in love but due to misunderstandings, they drift apart. Two years later, destiny brings them face-to-face at a friend's wedding.Less
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5. Ondu Motteya Kathe (2017)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 11m · U · Drama, Comedy · IMDb 7.9 (1.8K votes)
Family-friendlyHeartwarmingLight-heartedLow-stakes
Janardhan a 28 year old Kannada Lecturer from Mangalore who is quite an introvert comes to know from an astrologer that he would attain sanyasa (embrace asceticism) if he doesn't get married within a year. Hearing this Janardhan is now in a situation of trouble & desperation as he has never had a decent conversation wi
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6. Gatha Vaibhava (2025)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 22m · U/A 16+ · Fantasy, Romance · IMDb 8.1 (1.1K votes)
TwistyVisually stunningHeartwarming
Gatha Vaibhava is a fantasy drama that weaves together history, mythology, and destiny. When Purathan and Adhunika meet in the present, they embark on a mystical journey through their past lives from the divine realms of Devaloka to Vasco da Gama's voyage and the coastal lands of pre-independence Karnataka. As echoes o
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7. Gantumoote (2019)
Movie · Kannada · 1h 58m · A · Drama, Romance · IMDb 8.1 (1.1K votes)
Slow-burnLow-stakesHeartwarmingStraightforward
A 16-year-old girl embarks on a journey of life where she deals with understanding herself, the changing world, bullying, academic pressure and her transcending journey of first love.
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8. Naale Rajaa Koli Majaa (2025)
Movie · Kannada · 1h 31m · U · Drama, Comedy · IMDb 7.1 (3.3K votes)
Family-friendlyFunnyHeartwarmingLight-hearted
On the day of Gandhi Jayanti, when meat sale is prohibited nationwide, an 11-year-old girl goes on a quirky adventure in pursuit of a forbidden chicken curry.
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9. Aachar & Co (2023)
Movie · Kannada · 1h 43m · Family, Comedy · IMDb 7.8 (1.2K votes)
Slow-burnHeartwarmingLow-stakesFunny
Set against the backdrop of 1960s Bangalore, Aachar & Co. follows the journey of a traditional family as they navigate the challenges of embracing modernity while honouring their roots. The film brings together a delightful mix of nostalgia, humour, and drama, capturing the essence of that era.
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10. Paramathma (2011)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 12m · U · Drama, Comedy · IMDb 7.4 (1.4K votes)
Family-friendlyLow-stakesHeartwarming
The story of Paramathma focus on the philosophy that those who are very close to heart leave us quickly. A section of the society believes this and longevity is cut short by destiny as villain.
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11. Guru Shishyaru (2022)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 43m · UA · IMDb 7.7 (830 votes)
HeartwarmingFamily-friendly
Set in a village called Bettadapura, Gurushishyaru is a tale of Manohara who joins a school only for the sake of acquiring an experience certificate. But he is thrown into deeper conflicts when his connection gets stronger with students and the villagers. Will Manohara succeed in restoring freedom and respect in Bettad
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12. Ibbani Tabbida Ileyali (2024)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 40m · Romance · IMDb 7.5 (969 votes)
Slow-burnHeartwarmingLow-stakesLight-hearted
What defines love? Memories that you can fondly look at? Tomorrow's dream of togetherness? Or the longing after separation? Ibbani Tabbida Ileyali is a poetic tale of romance that intends to celebrate unconditional love. An attempt to capture the essence of yesterday's romance, the relevance of today's and the perpetu
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13. Katheyondu Shuruvagide (2018)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 25m · Romance, Comedy · IMDb 7.1 (1.6K votes)
HeartwarmingLow-stakesFamily-friendlySlow-burn
A young resort owner, Tarun, is going through a rough time and tries to deal with disappointments, failures, and struggles of his life. In the process of doing so, he strikes up a great bond with a resort guest, Tanya. Will this bond help them to find a new meaning of love and life?
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14. Hondisi Bareyiri (2023)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 13m · UA · Romance, Comedy · IMDb 7.8 (733 votes)
Slow-burnLow-stakesHeartwarmingStraightforward
A story of a bunch of college friends who reunite after many years. It focuses on their college life, leading to the responsibilities of adulthood and their struggle to find solace amidst their complex relationships.
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15. Murphy (2024)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 16m · UA · Science Fiction, Mystery · IMDb 6.9 (2.4K votes)
HeartwarmingSerious
MURPHY, starring Prabhu Mundkur, Roshini Prakash and Ila Veermalla,It is an ode to the beauty and the struggle of bringing in the essence of familial bonds, friendship and above all love in the era of dispassion.
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16. 1st Rank Raju (2015)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 28m · U · Romance, Comedy · IMDb 7.7 (715 votes)
Family-friendlyLow-stakesLight-heartedStraightforward
Raju is a quintessential geek, who aims at always securing the first place. His parents sacrifice everything to ensure he is a consistent topper. What happens when he has to face the real world on his own?
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17. America America (1995)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 33m · U · Drama · IMDb 8.4 (454 votes)
Family-friendlyHeartwarming
America America movie is about three friends: Soorya (Ramesh Aravind), Shashank (Akshay Anand) and Bhoomi (Hema). After finishing their undergraduate studies, Shashank goes to US for higher studies. Soorya starts his business in his native. Bhoomi stays at home
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18. Udaala (2025)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 42m · U/A 16+ · Drama, Romance · IMDb 7.8 (568 votes)
HeartwarmingLight-hearted
In Bijapur,an orphaned auto driver falls in love and follows a girl into college,where playful revenge against bullies takes many twists—yet can the wisdom of the city’s monuments turn conflict into love,respect,and harmony?
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19. Love OTP (2025)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 20m · U/A 16+ · Comedy, Romance · IMDb 7.1 (1.1K votes)
Funny
Akshay finds himself in a hilarious mess when he falls in love with two girls at the same time, without either of them knowing. To make things worse, his strict father is completely against love. Now, Akshay must juggle both sides, hide the truth, and somehow escape the chaos hes created.
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20. Ondu Sarala Prema Kathe (2024)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 29m · UA · Drama, Romance · IMDb 7.3 (785 votes)
Slow-burnLight-heartedLow-stakesHeartwarming
Athishay is a young man who wants to become a music director. Anu is a kind hearted and caring woman. When it comes to love, being a musician Athishay dreams of a woman who matches the rhythm of his heartbeat, and Anu is waiting for a person who is genuine & wishes good for others without expecting anything in return.
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21. My Autograph (2006)
Movie · Kannada · 3h 5m · U · Romance, Drama · IMDb 7.9 (489 votes)
Low-stakesFamily-friendlySlow-burnHeartwarming
The story revolves around Shankar, working in an advertising agency who comes to his village to invite his friends to his marriage. He remembers the good old days and also sees how his friends are faring now. All this is told in flashback.
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22. Jalapata (2024)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 6m · U · Drama · IMDb 8.5 (343 votes)
Family-friendlyLow-stakesSlow-burnStraightforward
Jalapata is an environmental-oriented movie in which Vihan travels from America to his Indian village, seeking his grandmother.
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23. Mugulu Nage (2017)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 37m · U · IMDb 7.4 (603 votes)
Family-friendlyHeartwarmingLow-stakesDialogue-driven
Pulkesh is a very usual guy with an always smiling character. He stays in Mysuru with his father who is a history teacher, his mother who is an housewife also an art lover and his sister who goes to college. The very odd and interesting thing about Pulkesh is that he has never cried from the time he was born.
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24. Bhakta Prahlada (1983)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 28m · Fantasy, Drama · IMDb 8.5 (312 votes)
Family-friendlyHeartwarmingVisually stunningStraightforward
It is a Hindu mythological film directed by Vijay, and based on the tale of Prahalada. The film stars Rajkumar, Saritha, Puneeth Rajkumar and Ananth Nag. The soundtrack was composed by T. G. Lingappa. The film won State Film Awards in Sound recording and cinematography categories. This was the fourth Kannada film on Pr
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25. Lucky Man (2022)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 35m · Comedy · IMDb 7.1 (715 votes)
FunnyHeartwarmingLight-heartedLow-stakes
Arjun and Anu, best friends who are married, are on the verge getting a divorce. Arjun happens to meet God, who inquires about what went wrong with this couple. If Arjun gets a second chance to live his life without making the same mistakes, can he get a happily ever after?
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26. Beladingala Baale (1995)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 35m · U · Drama, Romance · IMDb 8.5 (301 votes)
Family-friendlyLight-heartedDialogue-driven
An anonymous, mysterious caller who claims to be a huge fan of Revanth, the Chess Grandmaster from India, challenges him in many ways. Intrigued by this elusive caller, Revanth sets out on a quest to track them.
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27. Fan (2019)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 25m · Drama · IMDb 6.8 (1.1K votes)
Low-stakesLight-heartedStraightforward
Protagonist Drushya (Aryan Gowda) is a popular TV actor. The small screen heartthrob stays in touch with fans through social media. When his team goes looking for a new location in and around coastal Karnataka, a fan of the actor from the region Shayari (Adhvithi Shetty) helps them find the ideal one. Turns out that th
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28. Sri Manjunatha (2001)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 32m · U · Family, Drama · IMDb 7.3 (538 votes)
Family-friendlyHeartwarmingLight-hearted
Manjunatha, an atheist, fights against social evils. He marries Kathyayini, a staunch devotee of Lord Shiva. As the days go by, Manjunatha realizes the existence of God.
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29. Hollywood (2002)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 10m · UA · IMDb 7.6 (389 votes)
Light-heartedHeartwarming
Hollywood is India's First Robot sci-fi feature film. The plot follows a scientist who creates a humanoid robot named "US 47" to help win over a girl, but the robot eventually falls in love with her and turns against its creator.
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30. Lifeu Ishtene (2011)
Movie · Kannada · 2h 17m · UA · Drama, Comedy · IMDb 7.3 (445 votes)
Low-stakesDialogue-driven
Vishaal (Diganth) is a careless youngster who does not have any set goals in life. In contrast, his friend Shivu (Neenasam Satish) is serious and advises Vishaal to reform himself. But Vishaal, whose parents allow him a lot of freedom, finds his own way to deal with his love affairs. He falls in love with Nandini (Sind
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