Idli Kadai OTT release date Out : When and where to Watch Dhanush's Latest Film - Actor-director Dhanush's latest passion project, Idli Kadai, is making its way to Netflix on October 29, 2025, just four weeks after its theatrical debut.
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For those of us who missed catching it in theaters here's your chance to experience it in your home.
What the Film is all about -
Idli Kadai tells the story of Murugan (played by Dhanush), a man who abandons his prestigious job at a Michelin-starred restaurant in Dubai to return home and revive his father's beloved idli shop. It's the kind of narrative that hits differently in our generation—caught between global aspirations and the pull of our roots, between corporate success and authentic purpose.
What makes this particularly compelling is Dhanush's personal connection to the story. At the film's audio launch, he revealed that the title stems from his childhood love for idlis—something his family couldn't always afford. He and his siblings would wake up at 4 AM to collect flowers from the neighborhood, earning just over ₹2 each to buy their favorite breakfast.
The film received mixed critical reception while some praised its emotional depth and authentic storytelling, others found the second half more predictable. As Netflix releases it in five languages—Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. The film's core theme of reconnecting with one's heritage while navigating modern aspirations may resonate with OTT audience.
Idli Kadai begins streaming on Netflix from October 29, 2025, in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam.
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