the jukebox release for "Idli Kadai," a Tamil drama film where Dhanush serves as writer, director, and star, inspired by his childhood struggles to afford idlis, a revelation that adds a personal layer to the film's narrative, set for a global theatrical release on October 1, 2025.
The soundtrack, composed by G.V. Prakash Kumar, leverages his acclaimed background, including a Best Music Director award at the Osaka Tamil International Film Festival for "Asuran" (2019), suggesting a high-quality musical experience that could influence the film's cultural impact.
The collaboration with Dawn Pictures, a new production house, marks a bold venture for Dhanush’s fourth directorial project, featuring a diverse cast including Arun Vijay with an unprecedented ₹8 crore remuneration, reflecting the film's ambitious scope.
"Sarkeet," a 2025 Malayalam family drama filmed in the UAE, which explores the challenges of raising a child with ADHD, a condition affecting about 7.2% of children globally per a 2020 CDC study, offering a rare cinematic lens on neurodiversity.
Directed by Thamar K. V. and starring Asif Ali, the film’s streaming on ManoramaMAX, a platform launched in 2019, highlights the growing trend of OTT platforms in India, where the market is projected to reach $13 billion by 2028 according to a 2023 PwC report.
The theatrical release delay from April to May 2025, due to post-production and scheduling conflicts, reflects the competitive nature of the Malayalam film industry, which saw a 15% increase in releases in 2025 per industry data from Film Companion.
the OTT premiere of Ghaati, a 2025 Telugu-Tamil action crime drama starring Anushka Shetty, directed by Krish Jagarlamudi, set to stream on Amazon Prime on September 26, 2025, marking a shift from its initial theatrical release delays due to production challenges.
The film’s female-led narrative reflects a growing trend in South Indian cinema, supported by a 2023 study from the University of Hyderabad showing a 15% increase in female-centric Telugu films since 2020, challenging the male-dominated industry norm.
Anushka Shetty’s role as a multifaceted character—victim, criminal, and legend—draws from real-world influences like the historical figure Onake Obavva, a 18th-century warrior, blending cultural depth with modern cinematic appeal.
"Jockey," a Tamil film inspired by Madurai's traditional goat fights, a centuries-old cultural practice documented by director Dr. Pragabhal, who lived in Madurai from 2022 to research the unique bond between goats and handlers, a relationship rarely explored in cinema.
This film marks a departure from typical Indian movie themes, focusing on a niche sport that, while controversial due to animal welfare concerns, has historical roots in Tamil heritage, with studies like a 2019 paper from the Journal of Ethnographic Studies noting its role in community identity.
The motion poster’s release on September 25, 2025, aligns with growing global interest in regional cinema, challenging Bollywood dominance, as evidenced by a 2023 UNESCO report highlighting a 15% rise in international viewership of South Indian films.
"RIGHT," a Tamil-language film releasing tomorrow, September 26, 2025, in India, with advance bookings now open, marking it as a timely cultural event amid a competitive 2025 Indian cinema release schedule.
The film's poster features prominent Tamil actors, including Sivakarthikeyan and Priyanka Mohan, suggesting a high-budget production by RT Film Factory, which aligns with a 2023 study from the Journal of South Asian Film and Media noting Tamil cinema's growing global influence due to star-driven narratives.
Unlike the 2015 Hollywood film "Mr. Right," which blends romance and action comedy, this "RIGHT" appears to lean into dramatic or action genres based on its fiery imagery, challenging the assumption that all films with similar titles share thematic overlap.
