Chennai – Tamil cinema is turning up the heat this April with a thrilling lineup of fresh releases across theatres and OTT platforms. From supernatural suspense and fantasy adventures to socially charged dramas and sports-centric emotional sagas, this week’s cinematic offering is as diverse as it gets.
As audiences gear up for the Tamil New Year season, production houses and streaming giants are lining up content to cater to every kind of viewer. Whether you’re heading to the multiplex or curling up with your phone, here’s your definitive guide to what to watch this week.
👻 Perusu
Platform: Netflix | Release Date: April 11, 2025
Cast: Vaibhav, Niharika NM, Chandini Tamilarasan
Genre: Supernatural Thriller
Plot: When strange occurrences begin to unfold around a small-town family, long-buried secrets resurface. Perusu offers chills and emotional drama in equal measure.
Why You Should Watch: This one’s for fans of atmospheric horror and layered storytelling.
🌌 Kingston
Platform: ZEE5 | Release Date: April 13, 2025
Cast: G.V. Prakash Kumar, Aishwarya Rajesh
Genre: Fantasy-Adventure
Plot: Set in a surreal parallel world, Kingston is a fantastical tale of courage, identity, and destiny.
Watch For: Dazzling visuals, myth-inspired storytelling, and performances that strike a chord.
🎧 Sabdham
Platform: Amazon Prime Video | Release Date: April 15, 2025
Cast: Aadhi Pinisetty, Lakshmi Menon
Genre: Horror-Thriller
Plot: In a village haunted by mysterious sounds, a sound engineer investigates a chilling case that could unravel reality itself.
Not To Miss: Bone-chilling sound design and tight direction make this horror flick a standout.
👩💼 Gentlewoman
Platform: Tentkotta | Release Date: April 18, 2025
Cast: Aishwarya Rajesh, Priya Bhavani Shankar
Genre: Social Drama
Synopsis: Two women challenge patriarchal barriers to chase their dreams in a world that’s not ready for their fire.
Why It Matters: A bold feminist narrative that celebrates strength, ambition, and resilience.
Tamil Theatrical Releases – April 2025 (Week 2)
This week also marks the theatrical arrival of several big-screen entertainers, especially mid-budget dramas and festive specials, although OTT dominates the buzz. Check with your local listings for regional film releases dropping in cinemas this week.
