'Karuppu Pulsar' trailer out: Attakathi Dinesh stuns in dual role; dark rural thriller to release January 30

Building on the momentum of his career-best hit 'Lubber Pandhu', actor Dinesh, fondly known as "Attakathi" or "Gethu" Dinesh is back with a different, dark rural thriller titled Karuppu Pulsar. The trailer, released on January 26, 2026, by actor Jiiva and filmmaker M. Rajesh, shows Dinesh in a haunting dual role that bridges the gap between the urban streets of Chennai and the rustic traditions of Madurai.The trailer for 'Karuppu Pulsar' features a dark atmosphere with a black Pulsar motorcycle representing speed, rage and criminal underworld. Dinesh can be seen playing the role of a troubled, psychopathic introverted protagonist who faces social injustice and oppression. His character appears both menacing and layered. The trailer shows intense close-ups that portray raw emotions along with a pulsating background score.The film has been directed by Krishna Murali, 'Karuppu Pulsar' also stars Reshma and Mansoor Ali Khan in pivotal roles. 'Karuppu Pulsar' is slated for a release on January 30, 2026.Actor Dinesh first became famous in the Tamil film industry after starring in the 2012 movie 'Attakathi', directed by Pa Ranjith. Because of that success, fans gave him the nickname "Attakathi Dinesh." Since then, he has proven his great acting skills by taking on many challenging roles in movies like 'Visaranai', 'Cuckoo', 'Thirudan Police' and 'Irandam Ulagapporin Kadaisi Gundu'. His recent performance in the hit film 'Lubber Pandhu' has earned him even more praise, establishing him as a top actor for movies with strong, meaningful stories.