OTT: When, where to watch Dhanush's 'Idli Kadai'
What's the story
Dhanush's directorial venture, Idli Kadai, is all set for its OTT release. The film, which hit theaters on October 1, 2025, will reportedly premiere on Netflix on October 31 in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi. The comedy-drama features an ensemble cast including Nithya Menen and Arun Vijay, among others. While it received mixed reviews, the film has been noted for its heartfelt story and strong performances by the actors.
Box office success
Box office collection of 'Idli Kadai'
Idli Kadai opened strongly at the box office, earning ₹11 crore on its first day in India. Within 18 days, it grossed around ₹50 crore domestically. Globally, the film amassed approximately ₹71.32 crore with an overseas collection of ₹12.5 crore. Its unique storyline and the Dhanush-Menen pairing have contributed to its appeal.
Film synopsis
Cast and plot of the film
Idli Kadai tells the story of a rural man who moves to Dubai to chase his dreams but faces several challenges. Realizing the importance of his roots, he ultimately returns to his village. Dhanush earlier said, "It's a story not only about that one store but inspired by the whole village I grew up in and some very interesting real characters that impacted me strongly from a young age."
Production insights
Crew and production details
Idli Kadai is produced by Dhanush and Akash Baskaran under Wunderbar Films and Dawn Pictures. The film's music is composed by G.V. Prakash Kumar, with cinematography handled by Kiran Kaushik and editing done by Prasanna GK. The production team also includes Jackie for production design, PC Stunts for action choreography, and Kavya Sriram for costume design.