Idli Kadai OTT Release Date
The wait for the Idli Kadai OTT release date has been a little like standing in line at your favorite breakfast joint, everyone’s a little impatient, but you know it’s worth it when the plate finally lands in front of you. So, here’s the straight answer: Dhanush’s heartfelt family drama Idli Kadai, after its stellar run in cinemas, is set to begin streaming on Netflix from October 29, 2025. And yes, that’s soon enough to make all the folks who skipped the multiplex (or just want a second helping) quite happy.
Funny thing is, the moment the movie hit theaters on October 1, my little cousin from Madurai called me up with a mouth full of actual idlis and demanded to know “Netflix-la eppo?” Classic family move, nobody in our circle wants spoilers, but everyone wants to know how long to avoid Twitter.
For Dhanush fans, this film has been an especially big deal. He didn’t just star; he directed, co-produced, and wrote it. It’s like watching a master chef run every single station in the idli kadai from the batter to the steaming plate. The buzz around his personal connection to the story (some say his own childhood memories inspired parts of it) made the anticipation even tastier. If you grew up in a small town, watching your parents or grandparents hustle to keep a family business alive, some scenes hit like an extra-strong filter coffee.
The digital rights, I heard, were gobbled up by Netflix for a hefty sum, which means they’re expecting a big pan-India binge-fest. By the way, if anyone’s planning an Idli Kadai watch party, don’t forget the chutney, seriously, it’s half the experience. And try to invite someone who argues about the “authentic taste” just for the fun of it.
Anyway, mark your calendar: October 29, 2025. Throw on your comfiest clothes, load up Netflix, and let Dhanush serve up a story as warm and nostalgic as the first steaming idli of the morning.
Disclaimer:
The OTT release information for Idli Kadai is based on official updates from Netflix India as of October 2025.
