Landlord: The Ruler is about to be released in theaters, and many people are showing their love for the film. It is an upcoming Indian Kannada language film full of action, drama, and social culture rules. Its real name is Landlord, but it is being promoted as Landlord: The Ruler, which is expected to be one of the most anticipated releases in early 2026. Its trailer is available on YouTube, and now critics are waiting for the release of the film.
Fans are intrigued and eagerly awaiting the clash between Duniya Vijay’s powerful heroism and the unique portrayal of the villain played by Raj B. Shetty. Moreover, this film is also a special achievement for Duniya Vijay as he shares the screen with his daughter Rithanya Vijay for the first time. In this article, we will discuss all the details related to this movie, such as release date, where to watch, cast, crew, story, and others.
| Details | Information |
| Movie Name | Landlord (Promoted as Landlord: The Ruler) |
| Language | Kannada |
| Genre | Action, Drama, Social Satire |
| Release Date (Theatrical) | Friday, January 23, 2026 |
| OTT Release | Not officially confirmed yet |
| Expected OTT Platforms (Rumoured) | Amazon Prime Video or Zee5 (common for Kannada films) |
| Expected OTT Release Time | 4–6 weeks after theatrical release (Late Feb / Early March 2026 expected) |
| Runtime | Approx. 2 Hours 36 Minutes |
| Certificate | UA (16+) |
| Director / Writer / Screenplay | Jadesh Kumar Hampy |
| Music Director | B Ajaneesh Loknath (Kantara, Vikrant Rona) |
| Production Company | Saarthi Films |
| Producers | Hemanth Gowda, KS, KV Satya Prakash |
| Main Lead Actor | Duniya Vijay as Rachayya |
| Main Actress | Rachita Ram as Ningavva |
| Villain / Key Role | Raj B. Shetty as Sanna Dhani (The Ruler) |
| Supporting Cast | Umashree, Achyuth Kumar, Rithanya Vijay, Rakesh Adiga, Bhavana Rao |
Release details: Theatre or OTT
As per sources, Landlord (also being promoted as Landlord: The Ruler) is slated to release on Friday, January 23, 2026, and its genre revolves around action, drama, and social satire. The film has a running time of approximately 2 hours and 36 minutes and has a UA (16+) certification. Presently, no information has been shared about its release on any OTT platform. However, major Kannada films typically become available on Amazon Prime Video or Zee5 approximately four to six weeks after their theatrical release. Meanwhile, depending on its performance in theaters, the film will be available to watch in late February or early March 2026. The film will be released in theaters on January 23, 2026.
The exact details about its budget have not been officially released, but considering the historical backdrop and visual effects requirements, it is being speculated that it will be a medium to high budget film for Sandalwood. If we talk about its box office collection, it is expected to have a strong opening in Karnataka, especially in B and C centres (rural areas) where Duniya Vijay has a huge fan following.
Cast and Crew Details
- Duniya Vijay plays the lead character Rachayya in the film. Fans are eagerly awaiting his performance.
- Rachita Ram is playing the role of Ningavva.
- Raj B. Shetty plays the villain in the film, portraying the powerful landowner Sanna Dhani (The Ruler). He also appears in the lead role.
- Supporting cast: Umashree, Achyuth Kumar, Rithanya Vijay (daughter of Duniya Vijay), Rakesh Adiga, and Bhavana Rao.
- The film is directed, written, and screenplayed by Jadesh Kumar Hampy.
- The music director of this film is B Ajaneesh Loknath, known for Kantara and Vikrant Rona.
- The film is produced by Saarthi Films, which is making a comeback after 14 years. Hemanth Gowda, KS, and KV Satya Prakash are the producers.
Storyline and Plot
The story of Landlord revolves around a village during the 1980s, where a social drama is staged, centering around the rule of a cruel landlord and a constable who challenges his power. It depicts the rise of a courageous local hero (Duniya Vijay), who stands up against the brutal oppression of a powerful landlord. The film has been compared to the Tamil hit Asuran for its raw, realistic portrayal of social injustice and rural rebellion. Anand Audio has released a trailer titled ‘Landlord Official Trailer’, which has been viewed by more than 18 lakh people.
Songs and Tracklist
If we talk about the songs and tracklist, it has a total of 5 songs, namely Ningavva Ningavva, Romanchka, The Ruler Theme, Landlord Trailer Theme, and Landlord Glimpse Theme. All the songs are available on YouTube, and you can also watch them. You can also enjoy the songs on multiple song collection platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, JioSaavn, and Gaana.
| Song Name | Type / Description |
| Ningavva Ningavva | Romantic folk track, emotional center of the film |
| Romanchka | High-energy upbeat track (released early Jan 2026) |
| The Ruler Theme | Intense background theme for Duniya Vijay’s intro |
| Landlord Trailer Theme | Fast-paced orchestral piece used in the trailer |
| Landlord Glimpse Theme | Short teaser music released in the initial announcement |
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