Director Navinkumar Palanivel’s much-anticipated crime thriller ‘Thadayam’, featuring actors Samuthirakani and Sshivada, is set to start streaming on OTT from February 27. The series, based on true events from 1999 along the Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh border, will be available on Zee5. ‘Thadayam’ revolves around a series of mysterious midnight murders in rural villages, where the killer targets sacred marriage symbols, creating fear and suspicion.
Written and directed by Navinkumar Palanivel, ‘Thadayam’ stars Samuthirakani as SI Adhiyaman and Sshivada as Inspector Lakshmi. The plot unfolds as a newly transferred officer uncovers a ritualistic pattern behind the murders, leading to a night-bound investigation full of suspense and mystery. Director Navinkumar Palanivel described the series as an exploration of fear, belief, and obsession within a rural community, aiming to captivate viewers with its realism and unsettling narrative.
In his role as SI Athiyamaan, Samuthirakani emphasized the authenticity and depth of ‘Thadayam’, highlighting the character’s nuanced approach to solving the crimes through patience and understanding. Actor Sshivada praised the series for its balance of emotional realism and eerie atmosphere, portraying Inspector Lakshmi as a strong and intuitive character facing relentless horror. ‘Thadayam’ promises a gripping narrative that delves into the complexities of human psychology and rural society.
