'Thangalaan', 'Meiyazhagan', 'Lubber Pandhu': Tamil movies that are set for an OTT release this Diwali

Several Tamil films are set to make their OTT debut, catering to the diverse tastes of streaming audiences. With the convenience of home viewing, more films are targeting simultaneous or soon-after-theater OTT launches. This trend allows fans to enjoy the latest cinema offerings right at their fingertips, reaching a broader audience. Movies like 'Meiyazhagan' starring Karthi and 'Thangalaan' with Chiyaan Vikram are highly anticipated for their OTT release, offering a mix of genres from action to drama. Several movies target the Diwali weekend to have a digital release on the festival occasion. Here is a look at five Tamil movies that are gearing up for an OTT release this Diwali.

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Directed by Pa Ranjith, 'Thangalaan' featuring Chiyaan Vikram in the lead role was released in theatres on August 15, and the film was a huge hit at the box office. Even two months after its theatrical release 'Thangalaan' didn't have an OTT release, and this made fans wait for a long time. However, 'Thangalaan' is anticipated to have an OTT release on the occasion of Diwali, and the official announcement is likely to be made soon.

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'Meiyazhagan' featuring Karthi and Aravind Swamy in the lead roles was released in theatres last September, and the film was a successful one at the box office. The official OTT release date of 'Meiyazhagan' is locked and the film is to stream on Netflix from October 25 in multiple languages. Directed by Prem Kumar, 'Meiyazhagan' is a feel-good drama, and the rural drama will be a worthy one to watch on your devices this Diwali.

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'Lubber Pandhu', the rural cricket drama features Harish Kalyan and Dinesh in the lead roles, and the film was released in theatres on September 20. Directed by Tamizharasan Pachamuthu, 'Lubber Pandhu' was a huge hit at the box office, and the box office triumph of the film delayed its OTT release. However, the 'Lubber Pandhu' OTT release date is locked officially, and the sports drama is to stream on Hotstar from October 31 in multiple languages.

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Hiphop Tamizha Adhi's latest film, 'Kadaisi Ulaga Por', released in theaters on September 20, received positive reviews but struggled to secure a wide release and faded quickly from theaters. The film is now set for an OTT release on Prime Video starting October 25, having initially planned for October 18 but delayed to coincide with Diwali. It will be available in both Tamil and Telugu languages, aiming to reach a broader audience.

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Vijay Antony, the music director turned actor was seen recently on big screens in 'Hitler', and the film received mixed reviews. Dhana Sekaran's directorial then lost its screens, and the film is now gearing up for an OTT release as soon as it passes the OTT restricted date. The official OTT release date of 'Hitler' is yet to be made by the makers, and the action drama is likely to earn better attention after its digital release.

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