Preethse

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About Preethse

Preethse is a landmark 2000 Kannada psychological thriller that remains a cult classic in South Indian cinema. Directed by the veteran D. Rajendra Babu and produced by Rockline Venkatesh, the film is an official remake of the 1993 Bollywood blockbuster Darr. It features a stellar cast including Shivarajkumar, Upendra, and Sonali Bendre in her Kannada debut, delivering a high-tension narrative of obsession and love.

Plot Summary

The story follows Kiran (Sonali Bendre), who is happily in love with Surya (Shivarajkumar), a merchant navy officer. However, their lives are shattered by the shadow of Chandru (Upendra), a mentally unstable man who is dangerously obsessed with Kiran. As Chandru’s stalking escalates into a lethal game, Surya must fight to protect Kiran from a man who will stop at nothing to claim her. The film is celebrated for Upendra’s intense performance as the antagonist, which added a unique flavor to the original script.

Where to Watch Preethse Online

If you are looking to stream this psychological thriller, Preethse is currently available on multiple major OTT platforms. You can watch it with a subscription or for free with ads on the following services:

• ZEE5: Available to stream in High Definition (HD).
• Amazon Prime Video: Included with your Prime membership.
• Sun NXT: Available for subscribers.

Cast and Crew

• Director: D. Rajendra Babu
• Cast: Shivarajkumar (Surya), Upendra (Chandru), Sonali Bendre (Kiran), Ananth Nag, and Srinath
• Music Director: Hamsalekha

Critical Reception: Upon its release on January 7, 2000, Preethse became a massive box-office success, running for over 25 weeks in theaters. It was the second-highest-grossing Kannada film of the year 2000. Experience the haunting music by Hamsalekha and the powerful face-off between two of Sandalwood’s biggest stars by choosing your preferred streaming platform above.

Release dates are subject to change. Last verified: March 14, 2026.