Thadayam Now Streaming On OTT: The Tamil crime thriller Thadayam began streaming on ZEE5 on February 27. Headlined by Samuthirakani and Shivada, the six-episode series is set in 1999 and revolves around a police investigation into a series of murders taking place along the Tamil Nadu border.
Within hours of its release, viewers who streamed the series took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their early impressions. Social media timelines began reflecting a mix of immediate reactions, with audiences commenting on the premise, performances, and overall tone of the show. As is typical on release day, these responses represent first impressions rather than detailed critiques, with more comprehensive reviews expected in the coming days. Here are some of the initial reactions shared by viewers on X:
#Thadayam – Above Average ⭐️⭐️🌟 (2.75/5)
🎭 Genre: Crime / Thriller
🗣️ Language: Tamil
⏳ Duration: 6 Episodes
📺 Streaming: Zee5
உண்மைச் சம்பவத்தைத் தழுவி உருவான இந்தத் தொடர், அடுத்தடுத்து நிகழும் நான்கு கொலைகளையும் அதைச் சுற்றிய புலனாய்வையும் மையமாகக் கொண்டது.
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— KUDALINGAM MUTHU (@KUDALINGAM49671) February 26, 2026 “>
#Thadayam – 2.75/5. An Above Average Crime Investigation Thriller That Feels Like A Mini Web Series With A Runtime Of Around 125 Minutes. The Premise Looks Interesting, But The Screenplay Feels Dull At Places. Usually We Expect More Thrill & Twists In Crime Investigation Stories,… pic.twitter.com/lWlMzRDRSE
— Trendswood (@Trendswoodcom) February 26, 2026 “>
Thadayam: Plot, Cast And Crew Details
Positioned as a procedural drama layered with thriller elements, Thadayam follows an officer attempting to piece together a case that appears to have deeper and more complex roots than initially assumed. The narrative backdrop of the late 1990s forms a key setting for the story, with the investigation unfolding in a period before the widespread use of advanced digital forensics.
The series is written and directed by Navinkumar Palanivel and produced by Ajey Krishna. S. Saravana Kumar serves as executive producer, while R. Saravanan is credited as creative producer. Cinematography is handled by KK, with editing by Dinesh Kumar. Vibin Baskar has composed the music, and the technical team also includes Manikandan Chandrasekar (production design), Arul Murugan (sound design), and Daniel (VFX and CGI animation). Naveen Sabapathy oversaw the DI work, and Yuvaraj Kodiraja worked as the online editor.
Alongside Samuthirakani and Shivada, the ensemble cast features Raj Tirandas, Munnar Ramesh, Sundharpandyan, Prem, Kotravai, Vishakan, Pulipandi, Abhishek Joseph George, Ravichandran, Karthi, Suparna, and Dayalan.
With all six episodes currently available for streaming, Thadayam joins the growing slate of Tamil originals in the crime and investigative space. As conversations continue to unfold online, audience reactions on social media platforms are likely to shape the early discourse around the series. Detailed critical evaluations and viewership trends are expected to emerge over the weekend as more viewers complete the show.