Dude (2025)
DirectorKeerthiswaran
StarringPradeep Ranganathan, Mamitha Baiju, R. Sarathkumar, Hridhu Haroon
Watch onNetflix
Best for: Fans of Tamil action-romance dramas centred on friendship and hidden feelings.
Where to watch Dude online in India
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Dude OTT release date
| Theatrical release (India) | 17 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| OTT / digital release (India) | 14 November 2025 |
| Gap between theatre and OTT | 28 days |
| Streaming now on | Netflix |
Release dates for India as listed on TMDB.
Dude story (no spoilers)
Agan and Kural have been inseparable since childhood. When Kural runs into romantic trouble, Agan finds himself in a difficult spot: he has hidden feelings for her, but he also wants her to be happy. The Tamil film blends action, comedy, drama and romance as Agan tries to balance his own emotions with his loyalty to his closest friend. Pradeep Ranganathan plays Agan Chidambaram and Mamitha Baiju plays Kuralarasi Jr. 'Kural' Athiyamaan, with R. Sarathkumar as Minister Athiyamaan Azhagappan. Directed by Keerthiswaran, the film runs 140 minutes and carries a U/A 16+ certificate. The tone moves between light comedy and dramatic tension, with action and romance woven into the story of friendship and unspoken love.
Should you watch Dude?
Watch it for
- Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju lead as Agan and Kural, the childhood friends at the centre of the story.
- Director Keerthiswaran mixes action, comedy, drama and romance in a 140-minute film.
- R. Sarathkumar plays Minister Athiyamaan Azhagappan, adding a political figure to the cast.
- Sai Abhyankkar provides the music for the Tamil-language release.
Skip it if
- You prefer films without the U/A 16+ certification, which signals some mature content.
- You are not a fan of stories that blend romance and friendship with action and comedy.
- You want a shorter runtime; this one runs 140 minutes.
Dude cast
Pradeep Ranganathanas Agan Chidambaram
Mamitha Baijuas Kuralarasi Jr. 'Kural' Athiyamaan
R. Sarathkumaras Minister Athiyamaan Azhagappan
Hridhu Haroonas Paari
Rohinias Parvathy
Aishwarya Sharmaas Samyuktha
Vinodhini Vaidyanathanas Dr. Nandhini
Dravid Selvamas LuxDude movie details
| Director | Keerthiswaran |
|---|---|
| Writer | Keerthiswaran |
| Music | Sai Abhyankkar |
| Cinematography | Niketh Bommi |
| Producer | Naveen Yerneni, Y. Ravi Shankar |
| Release date | 17 October 2025 |
| Runtime | 2h 20m (140 minutes) |
| Original language | Tamil |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Tamil |
| Original title | டியூட் |
| Certificate (India) | U/A 16+ |
Parental guide: is Dude family friendly?
The U/A 16+ certificate suggests the film is aimed at viewers aged 16 and above; this is a general guide. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Dude brings together Pradeep Ranganathan and Mamitha Baiju in a story about friendship and unspoken love. The mix of action, comedy, drama and romance, along with R. Sarathkumar as a minister, gives it a busy tone. With a 140-minute runtime and a U/A 16+ rating, it is a straightforward Tamil entertainer.
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Where can I watch Dude online in India?
Dude is available for streaming in India on Netflix.
When did Dude release in theatres?
Dude was released in Indian theatres on 17 October 2025.
Who is in the cast of Dude?
The cast includes Pradeep Ranganathan as Agan Chidambaram, Mamitha Baiju as Kuralarasi Jr. 'Kural' Athiyamaan, R. Sarathkumar as Minister Athiyamaan Azhagappan, Hridhu Haroon as Paari, Rohini as Parvathy, Aishwarya Sharma as Samyuktha, Vinodhini Vaidyanathan as Dr. Nandhini and Dravid Selvam as Lux.
What is the runtime of Dude?
Dude runs for 140 minutes.
What is the certificate rating of Dude?
Dude has a U/A 16+ certificate in India.
Page last updated 23 October 2026. Facts from TMDB; how we write these pages: editorial policy.