The film “Junior” is a 2025 Telugu-Kannada romantic action drama, marking the debut of Kireeti Reddy. He stars alongside Sreeleela, with supporting performances from Genelia D’Souza, V. Ravichandran, and others. The story follows a free-spirited young man who challenges his father’s protective nature to forge his own path. On his journey, he uncovers buried family secrets and instances of corporate misconduct. This movie skillfully weaves together romance, deep emotion, humor, dynamic dance sequences, and thrilling action, all designed to be an exciting launchpad for its lead actor.
When and Where to Catch ‘Junior’
“Junior” premiered in Telugu on September 22, 2025, available for streaming on Aha. Kannada-speaking audiences can watch it on NammaFlix.
A Glimpse into the Story: Trailer and Plot Details
The trailer offers a peek into the film’s vibrant elements, showcasing energetic dance numbers, a charming college romance, a touching father-son relationship, and intense confrontations. The protagonist, Abhinav, takes on an internship that exposes a corporate fraud scandal. He must then navigate his demanding father’s expectations, contend with a formidable work mentor, and nurture a blossoming love interest, all while striving to discover his true identity.
Meet the Talent: Cast and Crew
The film introduces Kireeti Reddy in his first major role, with the talented Sreeleela as the female lead. The ensemble cast also includes Genelia D’Souza, Rao Ramesh, V. Ravichandran, Satya Sudha Rani, and Harsha Chemudu. Radha Krishna Reddy directed the film, which was produced by Sai Korrapati under the Vaaraahi Chalana Chitram banner. Devi Sri Prasad composed the music, K. K. Senthil Kumar handled cinematography, and Niranjan Devaramane was responsible for the editing.
Critical Response
“Junior” has received a mixed reception from critics. Many reviews pointed out areas for improvement, such as a somewhat predictable storyline, excessive sentimentality, underdeveloped female characters, and a noticeable dip in pacing during the second half. Despite these critiques, the film holds an IMDb rating of 6.1 out of 10.