Idli Kadai movie box office collection day 1: Dhanush makes a solid opening with Rs 10 crore but the test is yet to begin
Idli Kadai, directed by Dhanush, who also stars in it, released on October 1 and is expected to make the most out of the long weekend
Last Updated: 12.27 PM, Oct 02, 2025
Idli Kadai, the 2025 Tamil film starring actor Dhanush in the lead role, makes a solid lead at the box office and begins with Rs 10 crore on day one. However, the real test for Idli Kadai only begins from Thursday, given the Kannada film Kantara: Chapter 1 joins the race.
Idli Kadai box office collection day 1:
Idli Kadai is a Tamil drama film written and directed by Dhanush who also acted in the lead role. The film released in theatres on Wednesday (October 1), and as per Sacnilk report, it has made Rs 10 crore on day one. However, Idli Kadai will still face competition from the Kantara sequel, Kantara: Chapter 1, which began its innings with paid premieres on Wednesday evening. With the long weekend just begun, the next couple of days are crucial for Idli Kadai to begin on a strong note and maintain its momentum.
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Idli Kadai must beat Dhanush’s another film, Kuberaa, and for that, the film must enter the 100-crore club. But only time will tell if Dhanush's film can withstand the momentum of Kantara and rule the box office. With the film getting middling reception from critics, Idli Kadai still stands a chance among the B and C centre audience who perhaps can connect to the rural setting of the film.
Idli Kadai: Plot, cast, OTT partner
Idli Kadai revolves around Murugan who leaves his village to pursue his dreams. But things take a turn when he must come back to his hometown and take forward the legacy of his father’s idli eatery. Idli Kadai stars Dhanush in the lead role, along with Arun Vijay, Nithya Menen, Rajkiran, Sathyaraj, Shalini Pandey, Ilavarasu, Parthiban and Samuthirakani.
The post-theatrical streaming rights of Idli Kadai have been bagged by Netflix. With GV Prakash scoring the music, the film is shot by cinematographer Kiran Koushik. G.K. Prasanna is the editor.
FAQs
Q. How is the Idli Kadai movie?
A. Idli Kadai received decent reviews, with critics praising Dhanush's performance but pointing out the melodrama.
Q. What is Idli Kadai OTT release date?
A. Netflix has grabbed the post-theatrical rights of Idli Kadai and is yet to announce the OTT release date.
Q. Who is Idli Kadai cast?
A. Idli Kadai features Dhanush, Nithya Menen, Arun Vijay, Rajkiran and others.