Idli Kadai OTT release: The film features a talented cast, including Rajkiran and Nithya Menen, and marks Dhanush's fourth film as director

Last Updated: 11.32 AM, Oct 29, 2025
Idli Kadai, the 2025 Tamil film starring Dhanush and directed by the star himself, is now streaming on Netflix. If you are looking out for some heartwarming watch this weekend, then this is the perfect title for you. Here are 5 reasons why you should watch Idli Kadai on OTT right now.

Idli Kadai is a feel-good emotional drama that comes at the time when Tamil cinema is filled with bloodshed and violence. However, with Idli Kadai, Dhanush crafts a heartwarming film which has the right amount of emotions, and commercial factors that make the film a perfect watch with family and friends on OTT this week.
Essentially, Idli Kadai is about a man who leaves his home to pursue his bigger dreams and ambitions. But little does he knows that those dreams result in him getting estranged from his home and family. Idli Kadai explores the homecoming in its raw and authentic form, peppered with family values, traditions, and how sometimes in life, the simple things are the most beautiful ones.
It is no new fact that Dhanush has proven his versatility before. With Idli Kadai too, Dhanush aces to play a relatable young man who is torn between ambitions and family. The actor, who is known to transform into his character, channelises his common-man avatar, to play Murugan in the film. Right from emotional scenes to stunts and dance, Dhanush manages to make the most out of Idli Kadai.

Not just Dhanush, but the film also features talented set of actors. Be with Rajkiran or Nithya Menen who ace emotional scenes with Dhanush, or actors like Arun Vijay and Shalini Pandey who play their roles to perfection, Idli Kadai has something for every role. Even supporting characters played by Ilavarasu, Parthiban and Sathyaraj contribute to making Idli Kadai an effective watch.
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Idli Kadai marks Dhanush’s fourth directorial after Pa Paandi, Raayan and NEEK. With Idli Kadai, Dhanush proves his versatility as a filmmaker, and introduces nuances in his writing. Even with its flaws, Dhanush makes an unique effort to tell the tale of homecoming inspired from real-life characters he has seen during his childhood.
Q. What is Idli Kadai OTT release date?
A. Idli Kadai dropped on Netflix on October 29.
Q. What is Idli Kadai collection?
A. Idli Kadai has made Rs 71 crore worldwide as per reports.
Q. What is Dhanush next film?
A. Tere Ishq Mein is Dhanush's next film.