- By Aarushi Raina
- Wed, 09 Apr 2025 06:39 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Karnan On OTT: The Tamil action drama Karnan, starring Dhanush in the lead role, has completed 4 years since its release in 2021. Directed by Mari Selvaraj, the film became a box-office hit and received critical acclaim for its hard-hitting narrative and powerful performances. Despite releasing during the pandemic, when theaters had lower footfall, the Dhanush starrer performed well and captivated the audience, who continue to praise it. If you want to relive the moment, you can now watch it online on an OTT platform.
Karnan On OTT: Where to Watch Dhanush's Tamil Movie
The film is available for streaming on the OTT giant Prime Video. On the occasion of Karnan's fourth anniversary, the streaming platform shared a poster with a caption that read, "An unforgettable saga of Karnan's resistance & rebellion #4YearsOfKarnan."
an unforgettable saga of Karnan's resistance & rebellion 🔥#4YearsOfKarnan pic.twitter.com/wsBzP9Qe5d
— prime video IN (@PrimeVideoIN) April 9, 2025
About the Tamil Movie Karnan - Cast and Plot
This action movie, directed by Mari Selvaraj and produced by Kalaipuli S. Thanu, stars Dhanush, Rajisha Vijayan (marking her Tamil debut), Lal, Yogi Babu, Lakshmi Priyaa Chandramouli, and Natty Subramaniam in key roles. The plot loosely revolves around the 1995 caste riots in Kodiyankulam.
Karnan, played by Dhanush, is a fearless young man from a village who fights for the rights of the conservative people in his community. The story explores the constant conflict between two neighboring villages, Melur and Podiyankulam, in Tirunelveli. The residents of Podiyankulam, who belong to oppressed communities, are denied their own bus stop and are forced to use the one in Melur, which angers the locals who belong to dominant castes. The film unfolds as Dhanush's character challenges caste discrimination and, after killing a member of the opposing community, ends up in jail. After spending 10 years in prison, the villagers celebrate Karnan's return. The hard-hitting storyline captivated audiences and contributed to the film's success.