Siddhi Idnani's 'Drones' to release in theatres on October 16
Synopsis
Tamil cinema is getting a rare surrealist fantasy outing with 'Drones', led by Siddhi Idnani and Anjali Nair, releasing on 16 October. Director Raghav Mirdath’s film blends dreams, horror, and fantasy in a genre almost entirely absent from mainstream Tamil screens — and RJ Deepak makes his big-screen debut in it.
Key Takeaways
'Drones' , directed by Raghav Mirdath , will release in theatres on 16 October 2025 .
The film stars Siddhi Idnani and Anjali Nair in the lead roles, with support from Devadarshini , Dravid Selvam , and others.
Produced by GM Morgan Films , it is described as a surrealist fantasy blending horror, science fiction, and fantasy elements.
RJ Deepak makes his acting debut with this film.
Music is by Hari S.R. , cinematography by Jayanth Sethu Madhavan , and editing by Satheesh Suriya .
Tamil surrealist fantasy film 'Drones', featuring Siddhi Idnani and Anjali Nair in the lead roles, is set to hit screens on 16 October 2025, the makers confirmed on 6 October. Directed by Raghav Mirdath and produced by GM Morgan Films, the film marks a rare foray into the surrealist fantasy genre in Tamil cinema.
Release Date Confirmed
Director Raghav Mirdath shared the release date announcement on his social media timelines, posting the official poster alongside the caption: “One Crazy Squad. One Surreal World. Endless Entertainment! #DRONES. In Theaters October 16th.” The announcement follows the recent unveiling of three first-look posters that generated curiosity among audiences.
What 'Drones' Is About
According to sources, 'Drones' is built around an intriguing central premise: “What if bizarre incidents that could occur only in dreams started happening in the real world?” Set in a mysterious fantasy universe, the film features a mad scientist, a detective, an angel, and a witch, weaving together horror, science fiction, and fantasy elements into a single narrative. The surrealist fantasy genre remains largely unexplored in mainstream Tamil cinema, making this a distinctive offering.
The three first-look posters offered progressively deeper glimpses into the film’s world. The first poster depicted the heroine amid a dense forest with a full moon, a mysterious castle, bats, and angelic figures. The second poster brought together key characters alongside a drone, a mysterious elderly woman, and unusual devices. The third poster featured a menacing witch surrounded by countless dolls inside a darkened room, underscoring the film’s horror and thriller dimensions.
Cast and Crew
Beyond leads Siddhi Idnani and Anjali Nair, the film features Devadarshini, Dravid Selvam of Parithabangal fame, Kureshi of Vijay TV fame, Cinemawala Sathish, and Sasi Selvaraj in pivotal roles. Radio jockey RJ Deepak makes his debut in the film industry with 'Drones'.
On the technical front, cinematography has been handled by Jayanth Sethu Madhavan, with music composed by Hari S.R. Editing is by Satheesh Suriya, art direction by R. Kishore, and costumes by Harshika Ramesh.
What to Watch
With its blend of horror, fantasy, and science fiction in a genre that Tamil cinema has rarely explored at scale, 'Drones' will be closely watched for audience and critical reception when it releases on 16 October. The film’s unconventional premise and ensemble cast make it one of the more distinctive Tamil releases of the month.
Point of View
Where mainstream audiences have historically gravitated towards action and family drama. 'Drones' bets on novelty — a horror-fantasy-sci-fi blend is unusual enough to stand out in October’s release calendar. The ensemble cast, mixing digital-native talent like Parithabangal’s Dravid Selvam and Vijay TV’s Kureshi with established names, is a smart play for cross-platform discovery. Whether the premise translates into ticket sales will be the real test.
NationPress
6 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When does 'Drones' release in theatres?
'Drones' is set to release in theatres on 16 October 2025. The release date was confirmed by director Raghav Mirdath via social media on 6 October.
Who stars in the Tamil film 'Drones'?
The film stars Siddhi Idnani and Anjali Nair in the lead roles. The supporting cast includes Devadarshini, Dravid Selvam of Parithabangal fame, Kureshi of Vijay TV fame, Cinemawala Sathish, and Sasi Selvaraj.
What genre is 'Drones', and what is the story about?
'Drones' is a surrealist fantasy film blending horror, science fiction, and fantasy elements — a rare genre combination in Tamil cinema. The story is centred on the question of what would happen if bizarre, dream-like incidents began occurring in the real world, set in a universe featuring characters such as a mad scientist, a detective, an angel, and a witch.
Who is making their debut with 'Drones'?
RJ Deepak is making his debut in the film industry with 'Drones'. He is among the supporting cast of this GM Morgan Films production.
Who are the key technicians behind 'Drones'?
Cinematography is handled by Jayanth Sethu Madhavan, music is composed by Hari S.R., editing is by Satheesh Suriya, art direction by R. Kishore, and costumes by Harshika Ramesh.
