Dhanush's health and success are wished by G V Prakash in his birthday message to him
The anticipation for Dhanush's upcoming film, Idly Kadai, is at an all-time high as the release date has been officially announced. The heartfelt slice-of-life drama, with a strong connection to rural culture, is set to hit theatres on October 1, 2025.
The promotional activities for the film have been in full swing, with the release of the first single, "Enna Sugam," on July 27, 2025[1][5]. This romantic number, sung by Dhanush and Shweta Mohan, with music by G V Prakash, has already gone viral on social media.
G V Prakash, who is also the music director for Idly Kadai, shared the link to the first single, and in a viral video clip, he was seen playing the piano with Dhanush ahead of the release[2]. The chemistry between the two was palpable, adding to the excitement surrounding the film.
Idly Kadai is not just an ordinary film. It's an action entertainer, with Dhanush playing the lead, alongside Nithya Menon. The film unit completed shooting in Bangkok in April this year, with a crucial sequence being filmed there[7].
The film's marketing campaign is unique, involving idly carts across Tamil Nadu[1]. The village fair-themed music further emphasises the film's connection to rural culture.
The film also stars Arun Vijay as the antagonist, and the face-off between Dhanush and Arun Vijay is anticipated by fans. Shalini Pandey will be playing a pivotal role in the film[3][4].
Idly Kadai is being jointly produced by Dhanush's Wunderbar Films and Dawn Pictures. The film is directed by Dhanush himself, marking his directorial debut. Kiran Koushik is the cinematographer for the film[6].
On his 42nd birthday, G V Prakash wished Dhanush good health and prosperity, expressing his excitement for the film's release[8]. Singer Shweta Mohan also greeted Dhanush on his birthday[9].
As the release date approaches, the hype for Idly Kadai continues to grow, with fans eagerly waiting to witness Dhanush's directorial debut and the anticipated face-off between him and Arun Vijay.
The release of the first single, "Enna Sugam," from Dhanush's upcoming film, Idly Kadai, has gone viral on social media, adding to the excitement surrounding the film's music. G V Prakash, the music director for Idly Kadai, shared the link to the first single, and the chemistry between him and Dhanush, as seen in a viral video clip of them playing the piano together, has highlighted the entertainment value of the film. The unique marketing campaign for Idly Kadai involves idly carts across Tamil Nadu, further emphasizing the film's connection to rural culture, making it an must-watch in the world of movies-and-tv.