Thandakaaranyam is a Tamil action thriller film directed by Athiyan Athirai, starring Dinesh Ravi and Kalaiyarasan in lead roles released on 19 September 2025. It’s a story about a villager’s struggles, mixing drama with social issues like tribal rights and power clashes in a forest setting.
Thandakaaranyam 2025 Overview
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Title | Thandakaaranyam |
| Directed by | Athiyan Athirai |
| Written by | Athiyan Athirai |
| Produced by | Pa. Ranjith, Sai Devanand S, Sai Venkateswaran |
| Actor | Dinesh Ravi, Kalaiyarasan |
| Actress | Riythvika, Saranya Ravichandran |
| Other Cast | Shabeer Kallarakkal, Bala Saravanan, Aruldoss, Vinsu Sam, Muthukumar, Yuvan Mayilsamy |
| Cinematography | Pratheep Kaliraja |
| Edited by | Selva RK |
| Music by | Justin Prabhakaran |
| Production Companies | Neelam Productions, Learn and Teach Production Private Limited |
| Distributed by | Not disclosed |
| Release Date | 19 September 2025 |
| Running Time | 2h 10m |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
| Film Industry | Kollywood |
| Genre | Action, Thriller, Drama |
| Censor Rating | UA16+ |
Thandakaaranyam Box Office Collection
| Day | Date | India Gross (crore) | Fluctuation (%+/-) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Sep 19, 2025 | ₹0.20 | (Opening Day) |
| Day 2 | Sep 20, 2025 | ₹0.27 | +35% |
| Day 3 | Sep 21, 2025 | ₹0.28 | +3.7% |
| Day 4 | Sep 22, 2025 | ₹0.15 | -46.43% |
| Day 5 | Sep 23, 2025 | ₹0.12 | -20% |
| Day 6 | Sep 24, 2025 | ₹0.10 | -16.67% |
| Day 7 | Sep 25, 2025 | ₹0.08 | -20% |
| Day 8 | Sep 26, 2025 | ₹0.07 | -12.5% |
| Day 9 | Sep 27, 2025 | ₹0.06 | -14.29% |
| Day 10 | Sep 28, 2025 | ₹0.05 | -16.67% |
| Day 11 | Sep 29, 2025 | ₹0.03 | -40% |
| Day 12 | Sep 30, 2025 | ₹0.03 | 0% |
| Day 13 | Oct 01, 2025 | ₹0.03 | 0% |
| Day 14 | Oct 02, 2025 | ₹0.02 | -33.33% |
| Day 15 | Oct 03, 2025 | ₹0.02 | 0% |
| Lifetime India Net | – | ₹1.75 | – |
| Lifetime India Gross | – | ₹2.06 | – |
| Lifetime Worldwide Gross | – | ₹2.26 | – |
Thandakaaranyam is a Hit or Flop
Verdict: Flop
What is the budget of Thandakaaranyam
₹5 crore
Thandakaaranyam Ott release date
- OTT Platform: BAT
- OTT Date: TBA
Our Review of Thandakaaranyam
Thandakaaranyam is a strong drama about a guy who loses his forest job and tries to join the army, but faces big problems from society and traps on tribal people. Kalaiyarasan and Dinesh act really well, showing the pain and fight nicely, and the film talks about important things like politics and love in a real way. But some parts feel scattered and slow, not keeping the thrill all through. Good for those who like thoughtful stories, but could be tighter.
What Worked
- Strong performances from Dinesh and Kalaiyarasan, especially in the emotional scenes.
- Justin Prabhakaran’s music and BGM that amps up the tension nicely.
- The real-life inspired plot that feels fresh and relevant.
What Didn’t Work
- Might feel a bit slow in parts for folks wanting non-stop action.
- Low-key promotion could mean it doesn’t get the big opening it deserves.
- Some side stories might not connect as strongly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Dinesh Ravi and Kalaiyarasan play the main roles, with Riythvika and others in support.
It’s an action thriller based on real events, focusing on tribal struggles against oppression in a forest area.
The film hits theatres on 19 September 2025.
No, it’s an original story directed by Athiyan Athirai, following his earlier film Gundu.
Disclaimer:
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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