This Diwali season, Tamil cinema delivered two theatrical hits, Bison Kaalaamadan and Dude. Both films made waves at the box office, drawing wide appreciation from critics and audiences.
Helmed by Mari Selvaraj, Bison Kaalamadan marked Dhruv Vikram’s powerful return to the big screen. The sports drama, released on October 17, 2025, stood out for its emotional depth and social messaging, tackling societal issues such as caste and identity through the lens of Kabaddi.
On the same festive weekend, Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju’s Dude brought a fresh dose of modern romance mixed with comedy, emotions and relationships which became the crowd’s favourite in the first week of its release.
Now, as both the films are wrapping up their successful theatrical run, fans who missed them in cinemas can finally get ready to witness the same magic on their home screens. Here are the details about the much-awaited OTT premieres.
When and where to watch Bison and dude?
Dude and Bison Kaalamaadan is all set to stream exclusively on Netflix in November.
- Dude, the romantic drama featuring Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju is arriving on 14 November 2025.
- Bison Kaalamaadan will premiere next week on 21st November 2025. Very soon you will witness Dhruv Vikram’s magic as an intense Kabaddi player battling societal laws.
Both of them will be available in multiple Indian Languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, to reach a pan-Indian audience.
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Meet the Cast and Crew
Bison Kaalamaadan is written and directed by Mari Selvaraj, featuring a strong lineup of prominent actors, including Dhruv Vikram, Anupama Parameswaram, Ameer, and Lal in major roles. The music is given by Nivas K. Prasanna, while the editing and cinematography are done by Sakthi Thiru and Ezhil Arasu K.
On the other hand Dude is directed by Keerthiswaran with Sai Abhyankkar as the music director, Niketh Bommi as the cinematographer. The movie produced under the banners of Mythri Movie Makers stars Pradeep Ranganathan, Mamitha Baiju, R. Sarathkumar, and Rohini in the pivotal roles.
Whether you are in the mood to watch an intense sports drama or a feel-good romantic comedy, Netfilx has got your back this November.
Enjoy the Tamil releases from the comfort of your bed. Bison and Dude are ready to bring their charm straight to your screen. November is shaping up to be the most exciting month for Tamil cinema lovers.
Written by: Supriya