Oopiri (2016)
Oopiri is streaming in the UAE on Sun Nxt.
The verdict
Oopiri is a dependable Telugu film — it does what it sets out to do. It's sitting at 7.2/10 on TMDB across 54 ratings, which puts it comfortably above average. Budget a full evening — it runs a hefty 158 minutes. In the UAE you can stream it on Sun Nxt.
Should you spend 2h 38m on it?
2h 38m of Telugu drama with family threaded through. Long enough that it wants your full attention rather than a second screen.
Don't watch this if…
- you take the score at face value — it's early, and 54 votes can still move it
- you want something you can finish quickly — it runs 2h 38m
- Why
- 7.2/10 from 54 ratings — well received so far, on a modest sample.
- Skip if
- you want plot momentum over character work
- Best for
- An evening with no interruptions
Story
Impressed by his carefree attitude, quadriplegic multi-billionaire Vikram hires a convict out on parole as his caretaker. What follows is a string of life lessons they learn from each other.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 38m — long |
| Genre | Drama / Family |
| Language | Telugu |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Vamshi Paidipally
Cast
Where to watch in the UAE
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 27 Sep 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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