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The deeper you explore Kannada action thrillers, the more evident it becomes that the industry is grappling with a creative drought, which could pose significant challenges in the future. D.R. Suri’s Bagheera stands as a prime example of this stagnation. The film borrows heavily from the stylistic editing of K.G.F. but falls short of delivering the same impact. Its narrative treads familiar ground, rehashing the well-worn trope of a lone hero taking on corruption and the criminal underworld.

The film continues the trend of overusing dark aesthetics, with Bagheera clad in a black mask and a full-sleeved black outfit. Unfortunately, the mask’s design lacks originality, evoking comparisons to Krrish and made worse by the distracting visibility of its elastic strap. Creating a superhero film demands bold innovation, especially when even Hollywood struggles to craft compelling stories in this genre. Films like Maaveeran, Minnal Murali, or Mard...