Pradeep Ranganathan is back in the spotlight again. After the successful hits with Love Today and Dragon, his recent romantic comedy ‘Dude’ has turned into a festival blockbuster, crossing the Rs 100 crore mark worldwide within two weeks of the release.
The movie became the talk of the town pretty soon and took over to the fans. Audiences have been calling it “a brilliant mix of emotions and humour.” Whether you are a Gen Z or a millennial, this film with a modern love story giving an old-school vibe is relatable for all age groups.
When and Where to Watch (OTT Details)
After two unstoppable weeks in theatres, Dude is now gearing up for its much-awaited OTT debut. The Buzz is strong and coverage from major media websites suggest that Dude will premiere on Netflix from November 14, streaming in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi.
The platform reportedly secured the streaming rights for ₹25 crore, making it one of the best deals of the season. While Netflix or the filmmakers haven’t officially confirmed the date yet, the buzz online has already turned the calendar red for mid-November because fans clearly can’t wait to watch this again and again.
What makes ‘Dude’ so special?
Dude is more than just a rom-com it’s a romantic action comedy layered with emotion and self-discovery. Directed by debutant Keerthiswaran, the film captures the bittersweet world of friendship and love against the bustle of Chennai.
At its heart are Agan (Pradeep Ranganathan) and Kuralarasi “Kural” (Mamitha Baiju), childhood friends who grow up to become business partners running an event-planning company. Things get complicated when their friendship evolves, taking a turn towards love, bringing the chaos of caste, politics, and loyalty.
The film is produced by Mythri Movie under the banner of Naveen Yereneni and Y Ravi Shankar. It features music composed by the debutant Sai Abhyankkar with major roles played by Pradeep Ranganathan, Mamitha Baiju, Hirdhu Haroon, Rohini, Neha Shetty, and others.
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Words from the director
The romantic comedy, written and directed by Keerthiswaran, marks his first step into feature filmmaking. As a debutant, his vision is not to create a love story dedicated to the youth of today, but rather to keep the emotion universal.
Clarifying the comments made on the movie, which labelled it as a ‘Gen-Z love story’, he said, “I wrote dude with Rajnikanth sir in my mind. I imagined how he would play this role if he were thirty again.” His words explain why Dude resonates across age groups, it’s not just about falling in love, but fighting to keep it real.
Why the Buzz Won’t Fade Anytime Soon
From the first-day crowd reactions to Instagram reels filled with Pradeep–Mamitha moments, Dude has captured the internet’s attention. Viewers call it “a film that makes you laugh, cry, and text your ex, all in two hours.” With vibrant music, relatable characters, and Keerthiswaran’s grounded storytelling, Dude is both comfort cinema and festival spectacle.
Written by: Supriya