Idli Kadai Preview: 5 Reasons to watch Dhanush's film

Idli Kadai releasing on October 10, 2025 is actor Dhanush's fourth film as director following Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam (2025), Raayan (2024), Pa Paandi (2017), and here are five reasons to watch the film in theaters starting tomorrow:

1. Rooted Story : Idli Kadai is an original script by writer Dhanush, born from his own childhood memories of struggling to buy idlis and the relationships and culture of his hometown. The film is crafted as a tribute to these roots, with several narrative elements and supporting characters inspired directly by the people and experiences that shaped Dhanush's early years. 

2. Dhanush: Dhanush has not just donned the director's hat in Idli Kadai but is also is the lead act of the film. Raayan was Dhanush's first self directed movie where he also played the lead, and going by what was offered there, one can be rest assured Dhanush is set to serve another treat as an actor, writer, director, lyricist, and singer in Idli Kadai. 

3. Unique Casting & Powerful Performers: Idli Kadai is supported by an impressive ensemble: Nithya Menen, Arun Vijay, Shalini Pandey, Sathyaraj, Ilavarasu, Vadivukarasi, P Samuthirakani, R Parthiban, Rajkiran, Indhumathy Manikandan, among others. While Pa Paandi lead Rajkiran, & Dhanush's previous co-star Nithya Menen are reuniting with Dhanush, actors like Arun Vijay, Sathyaraj, Parthiban bring a fresh dynamic to the table. 

4. Technicals: Strong technicals are always a given with Dhanush's films, especially when he dons the director's and producer's hat. With Idli Kadai, GV Prakash's music particularly stands out for its attention to the slice of life village culture, and authentic Tamil traditions. 

5. Relatable Theme: At its core, Idli Kadai is a story about returning to one's roots, the enduring power of family bonds, and the search for identity amidst modern struggles. The movie explores the balance between tradition and ambition, driving home the message that success in life means remembering where one comes from.
Censored a clean U, Idli Kadai also releases in Telugu as Idli Kottu.

The movie is produced by Dawn Pictures, and Wunderbar Films. Idli Kadai's runtime is 2 hours 27 minutes 43 seconds. 
Idli Kadai first shows begin with the USA premiere at 9 PM EST (6:30 AM IST). Prime Media is releasing the film in the US.