Madhavan’s ‘Legacy’, Sundeep Kishan’s ‘Super Subbu’ and more: Netflix announces 6 new Tamil and Telugu originals

Netflix India on Monday (October 13) announced six new original films and series in Tamil and Telugu. The slate includes stories created by newcomers as well as cinema helmed and starring acclaimed stars, like R Madhavan, Sundeep Kishan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Anand Deverakonda, Gautham Karthik, Gulshan Devaiah, and more.

The streaming giant, which boasts a bank of some globally acclaimed Tamil and Telugu titles, including Maharaja, Lucky Baskhar, Leo, Amaran, and Devara, is attempting to solidify its presence in regional languages through these six new titles. In a statement to the press, Monika Shergill, Vice President, Content, Netflix India, said, “From our early originals to a diverse slate of films following their theatrical releases, the richness of storytelling from this region has been a cornerstone of our growth. We are now excited to bring the next wave of original stories, shaped in collaboration with emerging voices from Tamil and Telugu cinema, spanning gritty thrillers, comedies, rooted dramas, and cross-cultural romances, offering both depth and breadth. It has been an inspiring journey working alongside the creative community, and we look forward to sharing these stories with our audiences.”

Here are the new films and series announced by Netflix:

Stephen

Stephen is a Tamil psychological thriller directed by Mithun and starring Gomathi Shankar. “A psychiatrist evaluating a self-confessed serial killer unravels a twisted web of trauma, deceit, and psychological manipulation — only to question if the killer is truly guilty or just another victim in a larger, darker game,” reads the logline. Also starring Michael Thangadurai and Smruthi Venkat, the film is produced by Jayakumar and Mohan under the JM Production House banner.

In a statement, Gomathi Shankar said, “Stephen is a film that looks beyond the crime to the man behind it. Portraying him meant finding the nuances that make him vulnerable, even endearing, while his darkness always remained intact. For me, the challenge was to bring out the shades of a serial killer without turning them into absolutes.”

Super Subbu

The Telugu series Super Subbu is billed as an offbeat comedy of errors directed by Mallik Ram and starring Sundeep Kishan. “A totally unlucky teacher, desperate to escape his dad’s tyranny, gets stuck teaching sex education in a remote and virile village! The hilarious twist? He’s a virgin himself! Thus ensues a wild ride where love, laughs, and awkward moments collide,” reads the logline. The series also stars Mithila Palkar and Murali Sharma.

Sundeep Kishan, in a statement to the press, said, “When I heard the narration for Super Subbu, I believed it was an untold reality which would find love from the audience as a story. These are stories that deserve to be told, and I’m glad to be a part of it all. The premise is so refreshing whilst celebrating the joy of the simple moments in life. The energy in the characters and humour in the writing make the entire show come to life with a smile on your face “

#Love

Arjun Das and Aishwarya Lekshmi headline director Balaji Mohan’s upcoming Tamil series, #Love. “Sparks fly when the paths of Tara, a young and driven startup founder, cross with Matthew, a suave, flamboyant investor. While Tara believes and bases her dating app on the ideology of compatibility, Matthew backs a dating app that endorses chemistry. They end up in a situation where they challenge each other to settle this debate of chemistry versus compatibility once and for all,” reads the logline of the series produced by Soundarya Rajinikanth.

“#Love is a modern take on the classic ‘opposites attract’ idea, but with a fresh twist of technology and dating apps. A story that reflects today’s dating landscape while exploring timeless questions about love — contemporary, relatable and charming,” said director Balaji Mohan in a statement.

Made In Korea

Made In Korea, billed as a heartfelt cross-cultural film, stars Priyanka Mohan alongside Park Hye-Jin of Squid Game fame. Directed by Ra Karthik, the film is about a young woman whose dream trip to Korea is derailed by betrayal. “When Shenba’s dream of visiting Korea with her boyfriend shatters in betrayal, she finds herself alone in Seoul, grappling with loneliness and cultural challenges. As she transforms through life’s harsh lessons, Shenba discovers resilience and forms a bond for life with her newfound friends,” says the logline.

“What drew me to this project was the strength and uniqueness of its narrative — it’s a compelling story that immediately captured my interest. As someone who has always appreciated Korean dramas, the opportunity to be part of an Indo-Korean collaboration was both exciting and meaningful. I found a deep personal connection with the character I portray, which made the decision even more natural. When Karthik sir narrated the script, I knew right then that I wanted to be a part of it,” read Priyanka Mohan’s statement on the film.

Takshakudu

Actor Anand Deverakonda teams up with actor Nitanshi Goel of Laapataa Ladies fame for the upcoming Telugu folklore thriller Takshakudu, directed by Vinod Anantoju. “After a cursed night reduces his village to ashes, bringing folklore to life, a blind tribal man and his loyal dog journey through an unforgiving world to confront the man and the darkness that destroyed everything he loved,” reads the logline. The thriller film is produced by Naga Vamsi S of Sithara Entertainments.

In a statement, Anand said that Takshakudu is more than just an action drama. “What truly caught my imagination was how the director, Vinod, drew from the ancient folklore and reimagined it for our times. At its heart, this story isn’t about heroes or villains. It’s about what greed can do, how it pulls people to the edge, and sometimes makes them lose everything without even realizing it. Playing Suri gave me a chance to step into a world where every action has consequences, and every character faces their own demon,” he added.

Legacy

Legacy is an upcoming Tamil series that features a powerhouse ensemble cast: R Madhavan, Nimisha Sajayan, Gautham Karthik, Gulshan Devaiah and Abhishek Banerjee. Directed by Charukesh Sekar, the series is produced by Kalyan Shankar of Stone Bench Pvt Ltd, the production banner of acclaimed filmmaker Karthik Subbaraj. “Periyavar, an ageing patriarch of a powerful crime family, races against time to anoint a successor to protect his mighty empire from an inevitable siege. He will have to fight to save the family, his Empire and most importantly - his Legacy,” reads the logline.

“Ever so rarely, as an actor, you come across a story that touches and excites you from within, and when you get a story like that, you grab it with all that you have… therefore, I’m so incredibly thrilled to be part of Legacy, a series that has all the makings of becoming its own title. It’s a story that is cleverly written, with great hooks and twists that truly make it unlike anything that’s been done in the Indian OTT space,” said acclaimed actor Madhavan in a statement.