Kayilan is a 2025 Indian Tamil-language investigative thriller film directed by Arul Ajit in his directorial debut, starring Sshivada, Ramya Pandian and Prajin in the lead roles.[1] The film is produced by BT Arasakumar under his BTK Films banner and the technical team consists of cinematography by Ameen, editing by Ignatious Aswin, background scored by Hari SR and songs composed by Karthik Harsha.[2] Kayilan released in theatres on 10 October 2025.
| Kayilan | |
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 Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Arul Ajit |
| Produced by | BT Arasakumar |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | Ameen |
| Edited by | Ignatious Aswin |
| Music by | Karthik Harsha |
Production company | BTK Films |
Release date |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Cast
edit- Sshivada as Aathirai
- Ramya Pandian as Shangunthala
- Prajin as Kandhsamy
- Manobala
- G. Gnanasambandan
- Abishek Joseph George as Keeran
- Anupama Kumar as Chellai Varadharajan
- Gopinath Chandran
Production
editThe film was previously titled Idumbankaari, having Sshivada playing the role of an NIA officer, and Ramya Pandian as a news channel's editor in the lead roles. The director, Arul Ajit revealed to have changed to the current title Kayilan, meaning, a person with zero errors, for its easier pronunciation.[3] Apart from the lead cast, the film also stars Prajin, Manobala, G. Gnanasambandan, Abishek Joseph and Anupama Kumar in important roles.[4]
Release and reception
editKayilan released in theatres on 10 October 2025.[5] Earlier it was scheduled for 25 July 2025.[6] Maalai Malar reviewed the film by praising the performances of Sshivada and Prajin, the screenplay, while criticising the cinematography, music and the background score.[7]
Streaming rights
editThe streaming rights of the movie were bagged by Lionsgate Play, Amazon Prime Video and Simply South on 1 May 2026.[8]
References
edit- ↑ "Kayilan - Official Trailer". The Times of India. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ தாரா, ராகேஷ் (30 June 2025). "ஷிவதா, ரம்யா பாண்டியன் நடிக்கும் 'கயிலன்' படத்தின் முன்னோட்டம் வெளியீடு". ABP Nadu (in Tamil). Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "Today, audiences don't have patience to sit through a film with a long runtime: Arul Ajit". The Times of India. 31 May 2025. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "ரம்யா பாண்டியன் நடிக்கும் புதிய படம்.. இன்னொரு ஹீரோயினும் இருக்காங்க.. யார் தெரியுமா?". Times Now Tamil (in Tamil). 1 July 2025. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "Kayilan (2025) - Movie | Reviews, Cast & Release Date in Chennai". BookMyShow. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ "'கயிலன்' என்றால் தவறு செய்யாதவன்: இயக்குநர் அருள் அஜித் விளக்கம்". Hindu Tamil Thisai (in Tamil). 2 July 2025. Retrieved 8 October 2025.
- ↑ மலர், மாலை (11 October 2025). "கயிலன்- திரைவிமர்சனம் | Kailan - Movie Review". www.maalaimalar.com (in Tamil). Retrieved 15 October 2025.
- ↑ "Lionsgate Play New Movie Releases". Filmibeat. Retrieved 1 May 2026.
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