Mandaadi, starring Soori in the lead role, is heading to Netflix after completing its theatrical run. The digital streaming rights of the Tamil film have been acquired by Netflix, while the exact OTT release date is yet to be announced.
Written and directed by Mathimaran Pugazhendhi, Mandaadi was released in theatres on September 10, 2026, coinciding with the Vinayagar Chaturthi period. The makers had earlier planned to release the film on September 4 before moving it to the new date.
Produced by Elred Kumar under the RS Infotainment banner, the film combines action and emotion with a story rooted in Tamil Nadu’s coastal culture.
Mandaadi Streaming on Netflix from October 8
Mandaadi is set to begin streaming on Netflix from October 8, 2026. The movie will be available in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada and Malayalam, giving audiences across multiple languages an opportunity to watch the film following its theatrical run.
Mandaadi OTT Release Date and Platform
Netflix has secured the digital streaming rights of Mandaadi. Following its theatrical run, the Soori starrer is expected to arrive on the streaming platform in October 2026.
An exact streaming date has not yet been announced. Therefore, the October window should be treated as an expected OTT timeframe until the official release date is confirmed.
| Mandaadi Movie Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Movie | Mandaadi |
| Language | Tamil |
| Theatrical Release | September 10, 2026 |
| OTT Platform | Netflix |
| OTT Release Date | 8 October 2026 |
| Director | Mathimaran Pugazhendhi |
| Producer | Elred Kumar |
| Production Banner | RS Infotainment |
| Lead Actor | Soori |
| Cast | Soori, Suhas, Mahima Nambiar, Sathyaraj, Mithun Jai Sankar, Ravindra Vijay, Bala Saravanan |
| Music | G. V. Prakash Kumar |
| Cinematography | S. R. Kathir |
| Editing | Pradeep E. Ragav |
Mandaadi – Soori in the Lead Role
Directed by Mathimaran Pugazhendhi, Mandaadi marks the filmmaker’s next project after Selfie. The film stars Soori in the titular role, alongside Suhas, Mahima Nambiar, Sathyaraj, Mithun Jai Sankar, Ravindra Vijay and Bala Saravanan.
The technical team includes G. V. Prakash Kumar as music composer, S. R. Kathir as cinematographer and Pradeep E. Ragav as editor.
Soori in a Powerful Mass Avatar
Known for his transition from comedy roles to lead characters, Soori appears in an intense avatar in Mandaadi. The promotional material presents the actor in a rugged look suited to the film’s coastal setting and action-oriented narrative.
The promotional song released for the film also highlighted its energetic presentation and the visual character of the coastal landscape.
Story Set Against Tamil Nadu’s Coastal Culture
Mandaadi is set along the coastal belt of Tamil Nadu and revolves around a traditional sailing boat competition celebrated by local fishing communities.
The title Mandaadi refers to the leader of a fishing team participating in the competition. Against this backdrop, the film explores courage, rivalry, community pride, relationships and resilience while incorporating action and sporting elements into the story.
Before Mandaadi on Netflix – Tamil OTT Releases
Before Mandaadi’s expected Netflix arrival, Tamil OTT viewers have several new titles to watch from September 25, 2026.
Habeebi begins streaming on SonyLIV, while Photographer arrives on Prime Video. Angikaaram, a sports courtroom drama based on true events, starts streaming on Sun NXT in Tamil and Telugu.
Mandaadi will subsequently expand Soori’s presence on streaming once its Netflix premiere date is officially confirmed.
Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai – Soori With Nivin Pauly and Anjali
Soori will also be seen in Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai, the Tamil romantic psychological thriller starring Nivin Pauly. The film is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on October 1, 2026.
Written and directed by Ram, the film features Nivin Pauly, Anjali and Soori in prominent roles. The project offers another significant release featuring Soori shortly after Mandaadi’s theatrical run.
When Will Mandaadi Stream on Netflix?
Netflix holds the digital streaming rights of Mandaadi, and the film is expected to begin streaming in October 2026 after its theatrical window. However, an exact OTT premiere date has not been announced.
Kerala TV will update the confirmed Mandaadi OTT release date once the streaming schedule is officially announced.
