Dude is a Tamil action comedy romantic film release on 17 October 2025, just in time for Diwali.

Directed by Keerthiswaran in his first film, it follows two childhood buddies Agan and Kural, played by Pradeep Ranganathan and others, who get into a mess of love and laughs when romance shakes things up with Mamitha Baiju’s character. The story mixes quick jokes, catchy songs, and that easy friendship vibe we all know from our own gangs, set in regular spots that feel like home.

This article looks at the box office collection of Dude movie including budget and OTT release detail.

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Dude 2025 Overview

Dude 2025 collection
Dude 2025
DetailInformation
TitleDude
Directed byKeerthiswaran
Written byKeerthiswaran
Produced byNaveen Yerneni, Y. Ravi Shankar
ActorPradeep Ranganathan
ActressMamitha Baiju
Other CastNeha Shetty, R. Sarathkumar, Hridhu Haroon, Rohini
CinematographyNiketh Bommi
Edited byBarath Vikraman
Music bySai Abhyankkar
Production CompaniesMythri Movie Makers
Distributed byAGS Entertainment (Tamil Nadu), Prathyangira Cinemas (overseas)
Release Date17 October 2025
Running Time2h 19m
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil
Film IndustryKollywood
GenreAction, Comedy, Romance
Censor RatingUA16+

Dude Box Office Collection

DayDateIndia Gross (crore)Fluctuation (%+/-)
Day 117 October 2025N/A (Not released yet)(Opening Day)
Day 218 October 2025N/AN/A
Day 319 October 2025N/AN/A
Lifetime India Net–N/A–
Lifetime India Gross–N/A–
Lifetime Worldwide Gross–N/A–

Dude is a Hit or Flop

Verdict: Not yet released

What is the budget of Dude

Budget: ₹25 crore

Dude Ott release date

  • OTT Platform: Netflix
  • OTT date: TBA

Our Review of Dude

TBU

What Worked

  1. Pradeep Ranganathan’s easy comic timing makes the lead role super fun.
  2. The fresh pairing with Mamitha Baiju adds that romantic spark we love.
  3. Catchy music and quick jokes keep the pace lively throughout.

What Didn’t Work

  1. Some bits feel like usual rom-com stuff we’ve seen before.
  2. The action parts could have more punch to stand out.
  3. Supporting characters don’t get enough depth beyond the main trio.

Facts and Behind the Scenes

Did you know Dude was first thought for Rajinikanth, but Pradeep Ranganathan took it after some tweaks? The director Keerthiswaran, who assisted Sudha Kongara before, made his debut with this, shooting mostly in Chennai to keep that city vibe. Pradeep even turned down the role twice because of bold scenes, but the team convinced him over coffee. Not many folks know Pradeep sang for the track ‘Singari,’ his first time as a playback singer, which fans are raving about online.

Another exciting bit is Netflix bought the OTT rights for a big ₹25 crore, their second Tamil grab after another biggie. Most people aren’t aware Sivakarthikeyan has a cameo, adding extra buzz, and the team switched distributors to AGS for better reach in Tamil Nadu. Shooting had lots of improv laughs, especially with the rain delays turning into fun set stories that the cast shared on social media.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Dude releasing?

The movie is set to release in theatres on 17 October 2025.

Who are the lead actors in Dude?

Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju play the main roles in this romantic comedy.

What is the genre of Dude?

It’s an action comedy with romantic elements, focusing on friendship and love.

The box office figures shared in this article are independently compiled and estimated through our in‑house tracking system, which analyses theatre occupancy trends, distributor inputs, and regional trade signals. These numbers reflect the most accurate industry insights available at the time of publishing. While minor variances may occur compared to final official tallies, the data presented here is considered a reliable representation of the film’s commercial performance.

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