Mandaadi Synopsis: A Sea Action Drama Set on the Tamil Nadu Coast
Mandaadi (Tamil: மண்டாடி) takes viewers to the fishing communities of Tamil Nadu’s coastline, where a festival is marked by a traditional boat race. Soori plays Muthukaali, known as Kaali and also called Mandaadi. He is a fishing captain whose strength comes from years spent reading the sea: its currents, its winds and how a boat responds to them.
When the festival race arrives, Kaali takes charge of a six-member crew and pits his hard-won knowledge of the water against rival teams. The contest is more than a test of rowing power. It becomes a matter of skill, leadership and pride for the people competing.
The film combines on-water action with drama about the characters around the race. Suhas appears as Saattapuli, Mahima Nambiar as Angel Rakkamma and Sathyaraj as Machamuni. With the sea and the boat race at its centre, Mandaadi is built around the spectacle and the stakes of a coastal tradition.
What Makes Mandaadi Notable
- A rare setting for Tamil cinema: The story is built around sea action and a festival boat race, which gives the film a distinctive coastal backdrop.
- Cast: Soori leads as Kaali/Mandaadi. He is joined by Suhas (Saattapuli), Mahima Nambiar (Angel Rakkamma), Sathyaraj (Machamuni), Mithun Jai Sankar (Maari), Ravindra Vijay (Singaram), Balasaravanan (Qatar Ravi), Stun Siva (Saattapuli’s father), Aadukalam Murugadoss (Kathir) and Sachana Namidass.
- Director and writers: The film is directed by Mathimaran Pugazhendhi. He co-wrote the screenplay with Elred Kumar, R. Mohanavasanthan and Thiral Sankar.
- Production: The film is produced by R S Infotainment. It is an Indian production made in Tamil.
- Genre and runtime: It is an action drama with a runtime of 153 minutes (about 2 hours 33 minutes). It carries a U/A 16+ certification in India.
Mandaadi Review Snapshot
If you are searching for a Mandaadi review, check the Drama4U Score shown on this page. The film suits viewers who enjoy sports-style competition stories and action rooted in a specific regional culture.
Who Will Enjoy Mandaadi
- Fans of Soori, Suhas and Sathyaraj
- Viewers who like sports dramas built around a big competition
- Audiences curious about coastal Tamil Nadu life and festival traditions
- Anyone looking for new Tamil action movies on OTT
- Viewers who enjoy sea and water-based action sequences
Mandaadi Release Date & Where to Watch in India
- Theatrical (box office) release in India: 10 September 2026 (U/A 16+)
- OTT release date: Digital release on 8 October 2026 on Netflix
- Where to watch now: Mandaadi is streaming on Netflix in India.
- Language: Tamil
- Trailer: A trailer is not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of 23 October 2026.
Other Indian OTT platforms, such as Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5 and SonyLIV, are not yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data for this film as of 23 October 2026.
Cast
Soorias Muthukaali 'Kaali' / Mandaadi
Suhasas Saattapuli
Mahima Nambiaras Angel Rakkamma
Sathyarajas Machamuni
Mithun Jai Sankaras Maari
Ravindra Vijayas Singaram
Balasaravananas Qatar Ravi
Stun Sivaas Saattapuli's father
Photo: TMDB
FAQ
- What is the OTT release date of Mandaadi?
- Mandaadi had its digital release in India on 8 October 2026 on Netflix.
- Where can I watch Mandaadi in India?
- Mandaadi is currently streaming on Netflix in India. It first released in theatres on 10 September 2026.
- Who is in the cast of Mandaadi?
- Soori plays Muthukaali 'Kaali' / Mandaadi. He is joined by Suhas, Mahima Nambiar, Sathyaraj, Mithun Jai Sankar, Ravindra Vijay, Balasaravanan, Stun Siva, Aadukalam Murugadoss and Sachana Namidass. The film is directed by Mathimaran Pugazhendhi.
- When did Mandaadi release in theatres?
- Mandaadi released in Indian theatres on 10 September 2026 with a U/A 16+ certificate.
- What is the runtime of Mandaadi?
- Mandaadi runs for 153 minutes, which is about 2 hours 33 minutes.
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