‘If you are intelligent get out’: Upendra’s UI Movie features a bizarre disclaimer

Upendra’s UI Movie hit the screens on December 20 after being delayed on a few occasions. It, however, received mixed reviews with critics lauding the concept but complaining about the screenplay. Amid this, the thriller has made headlines for an unusual reason. UI opens with a disclaimer, which is quite unlike anything we have seen in the past.?

Upendra’s UI makes noise with its disclaimer

Upendra, one of Kannada cinema’s biggest names in Kannada cinema, is known for his unconventional ideas and innovative approach to storytelling. His latest film UI serves as a reminder of these traits. The film begins with a disclaimer in which the makers ask all ‘intelligent’ audience members to exit the theatre.?

Fans took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to share screenshots of the disclaimer.?

Some of them called him a ‘cult director’.

What’s UI about?

UI is a psychological thriller that centres on the conflict between a king and and man with exceptional abilities, who brainwashes the public to become a dictator. It is directed by Upendra, who also plays the lead role in the biggie. The cast includes Murali Sharma, Reshma Nanaiah, Jisshu, and Sadhu Kokila. The flick has reportedly been shot on a budget of Rs 100 crore.This is Uppi’s first release after Kabzaa (2023), which underperformed at the box office.?

Upendra will next be seen in Rajinikanth’s Coolie. The actioner is directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and features ‘Thalaivar’ in the role of a gangster. Coolie is likely to hit the screens on May 1, 2025.