K-RAMP (2025) – MOVIE DETAILS

Introduction

K-Ramp is a 2025 Indian Telugu-language romantic comedy film written and directed by Jains Nani. The film stars Kiran Abbavaram and Yukti Thareja in the lead roles. Released theatrically on 18 October 2025 during Diwali week, the film blends humour, romance, and emotional drama, centered around mental health, responsibility, and personal transformation.
Set across urban nightlife scenes and Kerala’s calm landscapes, the film follows a spoiled rich youth who is forced into maturity after meeting a woman struggling with PTSD.

Plot Summary

Kumar Abbavaram is a privileged and arrogant young man who enjoys leisure, nightlife, and ego-driven charm. When he meets Mercy, a gentle yet emotionally damaged woman suffering from PTSD, he misinterprets her kindness as affection.
His father, frustrated with his behaviour, sends him to Kerala to mature. Away from his comfort zone, Kumar slowly begins to understand Mercy’s mental battles and the consequences of his own actions.
K-Ramp depicts his journey from entitlement to empathy and emotional responsibility.

Cast and Characters

Kiran Abbavaram as Kumar Abbavaram
Yukti Thareja as Mercy Joy
Sai Kumar as Krisha, Kumar’s father
Naresh as Naresh, Kumar’s uncle
Vennela Kishore as Bunty, Kumar’s cousin
Muralidhar Goud as Daniel Joy
Sanjay Swaroop as Dr. Sanjay, Mercy’s psychiatrist
Rajashri Nair as Sitha
Anannyaa Akula as Anannyaa Bokka
Kirrak Seetha as Priya
Goparaju Ramana as Pavanachari, priest
Sivannarayana Naripeddi as College HOD
Ali as Exam paper evaluator
Srinivasa Reddy as Rao, Lecturer
Mirchi Kiran as Lecturer
Kamna Jethmalani as Psychiatrist’s wife (Cameo)
Ajay as Albert, Mercy’s father (Cameo)
Vimala Raman as Steffi, Mercy’s mother (Cameo)

Production Details

The film was launched with a puja ceremony in early 2025 under Hasya Movies and Rudransh Celluloids, produced by Razesh Danda and Shiva Bommak.

Filming

Principal photography began in May 2025, with important scenes filmed in Hyderabad and Kerala, including Kochi Port.

First Look and Promotions

First Look Poster: Released on 30 June 2025, showing Kiran Abbavaram in a lungi with vibrant visuals.
Promotional Glimpse “The Richest Chiller Guy”: Released on 14 July 2025, highlighting Kumar’s carefree lifestyle.

Marketing and Release

A teaser featuring cast and crew details was released on YouTube. Promotional material received mixed reactions, with some criticism for suggestive dialogue.
Kiran Abbavaram stated that the film faced screen allocation issues in Tamil Nadu, reflecting distribution challenges for Telugu films in the region.

Title Explanation:
K stands for Kumar, and ramp represents his journey and transformation.

The film was released theatrically on 18 October 2025.

Reception

The Times of India (3/5)

Called the film a “watchable romantic entertainer” with good performances and comedy but criticized the writing in the first half.

OTTPlay (2/5)

Described it as an over-the-top masala film with little emotional depth, though parts of the comedy were engaging.

India Today (1/5)

Criticised the humour, emotional delivery, and portrayal of mental health issues.

The Hindu

Noted the film mishandles mental health themes, with Vennela Kishore’s comedy being the main relief.