Idli Kadai Movie OTT release date: Dhanush’s latest film Idli Kadai hit the big screens on October 1, 2025, marking his second release this year after Kuberaa, which also starred Rashmika Mandanna and Nagarjuna. The film features Nithya Menen in a prominent role, making it her second outing of the year after Thalaivan Thalaivii alongside Vijay Sethupathi.The drama, which has been written and directed by Dhanush himself, showcases a blend of city and rural backdrops while weaving in comedy, action, and family emotions. Idli Kadai also stars Arun Vijay, Prakash Raj, and Sathya Raj, with music composed by GV Prakash.OTT release detailsAccording to a report cited by TOI, the digital rights of Idli Kadai have been picked up by Netflix. The film is expected to drop on the streaming platform in November 2025, after completing a four-week theatrical run.Audience response on Idli Kadai Movie The movie opened to mixed reactions from critics and audiences. On social media, early viewers highlighted both positives and negatives. One user posted, “GV Prakash’s BGM, Arun Vijay’s sequences, and the climax stand out. Negatives include the love track and certain cringe-worthy scenes. Overall 2.5/5.” Another review on Twitter praised the first half, saying, “The character arc of Dhanush and Arun Vijay worked really well. Nithya Menen’s role added charm, and GV Prakash’s montage songs lifted the interval block.”A personal touch from DhanushInterestingly, Dhanush revealed that the story is partially inspired by his childhood experiences, blending real-life characters with fictional elements. Viewers have pointed out how the narrative begins with contrasting city and village lifestyles before delving into emotional depths.Idli Kadai Movie OTT release date: Pan-India releaseIdli Kadai has been released in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi simultaneously, further cementing Dhanush’s standing as a pan-India star. While the theatrical run continues, fans who missed catching it on the big screen can look forward to its Netflix premiere next month.