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Idli Kadai First Review: Dhanush’s much-awaited fourth film as a director, Idli Kadai, has finally been released in theatres. The film is special as Dhanush has not only directed it but also written, acted and co-produced it under his own banner, Wunderbar Films, in partnership with Dawn Pictures. Fans who attended the early shows shared their reactions on X (Formerly Twitter). While many viewers praised the movie as a sweet family entertainer due to its emotional moments, some felt the story and screenplay were not as strong as expected.
Most viewers enjoyed the first half, which they found to be both fun and emotional, especially the scenes featuring Sivanesan’s idli shop. Dhanush is also getting appreciated for his direction and the way he brings out emotions in every scene. His on-screen chemistry with Nithya Menen is also getting praise from fans. GV Prakash’s music has also been receiving praise for adding energy and emotion to the film.
Idli Kadai’s First Reactions
A user wrote, “Idli Kadai is simple and beautiful. Though a predictable story and slow-paced, it’s emotionally connected. GV’s songs and music support each other well. Intro sequence, Kannukutty scene and Pre Interval Idli Taste Scene Super.”

#IdliKadai | Interval 🤝
Simple & Beautiful. Though Predictable Story & Slow Paced, its Emotionally Connected. GV’s Songs & Music Supports well. Intro Seq, Kannukutty scene & Pre Interval Idli Taste Scen Super.
— Christopher Kanagaraj (@Chrissuccess) October 1, 2025

Another shared, “Super emotional and entertaining. Interval block was fire, especially GV Prakash BGM.”

#IdliKadai First Half – Super Emotional & Entertaining ?
Interval Block was??
Especially GVPrakash BGM?? pic.twitter.com/AD5Y3QqYRv
— AmuthaBharathi (@CinemaWithAB) October 1, 2025

“Family drama unfolds at a slow pace, with heavy sentiments, especially in the Dhanush–Rajkiran scenes. Dhanush–Nithya Menon chemistry is engaging as always. Sathyaraj, Arun Vijay and Shalini’s characters fail to make a strong impact on the audience. As usual, Dhanush’s acting is good, but director Dhanush, Boring screenplay,” a comment read.

#IdliKadaiReview – First Half:
Family drama unfolds at a slow pace, with heavy sentiments especially in the Dhanush–Rajkiran scenes.
Dhanush–Nithya Menon chemistry is engaging as always.
Sathyaraj, Arun Vijay, and Shalini’s characters fail to make a strong impact on the… pic.twitter.com/EZUqBR1GBZ
— R ?️ J (@baba_rajkumar) October 1, 2025

An individual stated, “Zero emotional connect. Dhanush acting good. Arun Vijay’s role was wasted.”

1st half completed.
Zero emotional connect?
Dhanush acting good?
Arun vijay role wasted?#IdliKadai #IdlikadaiFDFS pic.twitter.com/3RLggU5Vlc
— R A J (@dune1411) October 1, 2025

Another mentioned, “Calf connection scene and Return of Father Sivanesan’s idli taste are beautifully written. Filled with touching emotional moments, Director Dhanush shines in every frame. GV Prakash lifts every moment with his music.”

#IdliKadai 1st Half : Served Well ❤️
Calf connection scene & Return of father Sivanesan’s idli taste are beautifully written ? Filled with touching emotions moments, Director @dhanushkraja shines in every frame ?
“Yen Paatan Saami Varum” in Both Version (melody & divine rock)… pic.twitter.com/OzHYf7Pmqp
— Troll Cinema ( TC ) (@Troll_Cinema) October 1, 2025

One more added, “Idli Kadhai perfect family feel-good entertainment. First half super. Second half emotional. Blockbuster.”

• #Idlikadai perfect family feel good entertainment
First half super ??
Second half emotional ❤️
Blockbuster ??????#Dhanush #Idlykadai
— Ajith rasigan (@Ajith86681257) October 1, 2025

Idli Kadhai Cast
Other than Dhanush and Nithya Menen, Idli Kadhai also stars Arun Vijay, Rajkiran, Sathyaraj, R Parthiban, Shalini Pandey and P Samuthirakani. This is Dhanush’s fourth directorial film after Pa Paandi, Raayan and Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam.