Kranti (2023) is a Kannada action-drama starring Darshan that tackles the privatization of government schools but received mixed-to-negative reviews for its formulaic, "old-school" storytelling. While highlighted for Darshan’s strong screen presence and a notable performance by V. Ravichandran, critics largely criticized the film for its 163-minute runtime, repetitive narrative, and wasted potential. Read the full review at Deccan Herald .