Cold Call Tamil film release date: Thambidurai's comedy set for September 18
Synopsis
A debut director, four fresh faces, and a story built around the unglamorous world of sales representatives — 'Cold Call' is Tamil cinema's Gen Z-targeted feel-good bet of September, arriving on the 18th with a promise of relatable comedy and ensemble energy.
Key Takeaways
Cold Call is directed by Thambidurai and releases worldwide on 18 September .
The film stars four newcomers: Siddu Moolimani , Sri Vaishnav , Santhosh S.A. , and Krishna Vijay Chandran .
The story follows four friends working as sales representatives, blending romance, conflict, and comedy.
Music is by Pranav Giridharan ; cinematography by G.N.
Saravanan ; editing by Suresh Arumugam .
Produced by Kesava Moorthy under Walkthrough Entertainment , distributed by Action Reaction .
Director Thambidurai's debut Tamil film 'Cold Call' is set to release worldwide on 18 September, the makers confirmed on Wednesday, 2 September. The feel-good comedy centres on the lives of sales representatives and marks the arrival of four fresh faces on the Tamil screen.
Cast and Newcomers
'Cold Call' introduces four newcomers — Siddu Moolimani, Sri Vaishnav, Santhosh S.A., and Krishna Vijay Chandran — as its lead quartet. They are supported by a roster of established performers including V. Srikanth, Balaji Rajasekar, Amitha Ranganatha, Nisha Hegde, and Keerthana.
What the Film Is About
'Cold Call' follows four friends who work as sales representatives, weaving their romances, conflicts, and comic misadventures into roughly two hours of entertainment. Director Thambidurai described the premise as rooted in real experiences from the sales profession. 'Sales representatives are very much a part of this society. The screenplay of Cold Call is based on incidents from their everyday lives. It will present these incidents as comedy and feel-good entertainment,' he said. He added that Gen Z audiences who watch the film in theatres would find the story relatable.
Technical Team
Cinematography is handled by G.N. Saravanan, assisted by Gagan and Karthik Raja. The film's music has been composed by Pranav Giridharan, while editing is by Suresh Arumugam. Stunt choreography is credited to Jaguar Sanappa, and lyrics have been penned by Pa Aravindhan and Armious. Sound design comes from Covai Film Studio.
Direction and Production
The film is co-directed by Shyam Eshwar and Nitin Sam Reginold, with Reginold also contributing to the dialogues alongside Balaji Rajashekar, Thambidurai, and Nuthan. 'Cold Call' is produced by Kesava Moorthy under the banner Walkthrough Entertainment and is being distributed by Jenish of Action Reaction. With its Gen Z-friendly premise and ensemble newcomer cast, the film's commercial prospects will hinge on word-of-mouth from its opening weekend.
Point of View
Betting entirely on relatability and newcomer freshness. The sales-rep premise is genuinely underexplored in Tamil cinema, which gives it a differentiated hook. The real question is whether the Gen Z framing translates to actual footfalls or stays a marketing talking point. Tamil audiences have rewarded content-first films before, but the absence of a known face in the lead means the film will live or die by its trailer and opening reviews.
NationPress
3 Sept 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Cold Call release in theatres?
Cold Call releases worldwide on 18 September. The announcement was made by the production team on 2 September.
Who are the lead actors in Cold Call?
The film stars four newcomers — Siddu Moolimani, Sri Vaishnav, Santhosh S.A., and Krishna Vijay Chandran — in the lead roles, supported by V. Srikanth, Balaji Rajasekar, Amitha Ranganatha, Nisha Hegde, and Keerthana.
What is Cold Call about?
Cold Call follows four friends who work as sales representatives, with their romances, conflicts, and comic situations forming the backbone of the story. Director Thambidurai has described it as a feel-good comedy rooted in the everyday lives of sales professionals.
Who directed and produced Cold Call?
The film is directed by Thambidurai and co-directed by Shyam Eshwar and Nitin Sam Reginold. It is produced by Kesava Moorthy under Walkthrough Entertainment and distributed by Jenish of Action Reaction.
Who composed the music for Cold Call?
Music for Cold Call has been scored by Pranav Giridharan. Cinematography is by G.N. Saravanan and editing by Suresh Arumugam.
