Kamal Haasan’s much-anticipated action thriller Thug Life, directed by the legendary Mani Ratnam, is heading to the OTT world. After making waves at the box office following its grand theatrical release on June 5, 2025, the film is now ready to reach a wider audience via Netflix, starting July 3, 2025.
According to Binged, Netflix has confirmed that Thug Life will be available in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, giving fans across the country a chance to enjoy this gripping gangster drama in their preferred language. The OTT platform also released an intense poster with the announcement, building anticipation for its digital premiere.
What Is Thug Life About?
Set in the gritty underworld, Thug Life follows the life of Rangaraya Sakthivel (played by Kamal Haasan), a feared gangster who is betrayed by his inner circle. The film explores themes of betrayal, power struggles, and revenge, with Sakthivel setting out to settle scores.
Adding depth to the storyline is Amaran (Silambarasan), Sakthivel’s adopted son, who plays a key role in the internal gang conflict. The narrative also dives into Sakthivel’s controversial personal life, making the film a layered character study wrapped in high-octane action.
Star Cast of Thug Life
- Kamal Haasan as Rangaraya Sakthivel
- Silambarasan TR as Amaran
- Aishwarya Lekshmi as Dr. Anna
- Trisha Krishnan as Indhrani
- Abhirami as Jeeva (Sakthivel’s wife)
- Rohit Saraf as Ranvijay Yadav
- Ali Fazal as Deepak Yadav
- Also featuring Vadivukkarasi, Sanjana Krishnamurthy, and Aditya Krishnan R
The Team Behind the Film
Thug Life is directed by Mani Ratnam and co-written by Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam. The movie is produced under the banners of Raj Kamal Films International and Madras Talkies, with production credits going to Kamal Haasan, R. Mahendran, Shiva Ananth, and Mani Ratnam himself.
Final Word
With its intense performances, powerful narrative, and a stellar cast, Thug Life is not just a movie—it’s a cinematic event. If you missed it in theatres, July 3 is your chance to witness the action on Netflix. Mark your calendars!
