1. When and where is Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil releasing on OTT?

The film is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on February 12, 2026.

2. Who are the lead actors in the movie?

The film stars Jiiva as the strict village panchayat president, alongside Thambi Ramaiah, Ilavarasu, and Prathana Nathan in pivotal roles.

3. What is the plot of Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil?

It is a sharp political satire set in a rural backdrop, revolving around a chaotic and humorous "wedding vs. funeral" setup.

4. What is the IMDb rating of the film?

The movie currently holds a solid 7.6/10 rating on IMDb, reflecting its status as a "Super Hit" among the audience.

5. Was the film successful at the box office?

Yes, released during Pongal 2026, the film became a surprise commercial success and earned a "Super Hit" verdict before its digital transition.

Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil OTT Release Date: When And Where To Watch Jiiva's Tamil Comedy Film Online

Catch the OTT release of Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil! Starring Jiiva in the lead role. Know the release date and streaming platform of the Pongal blockbuster.

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Updated:- 2026-02-12, 10:40 IST

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After enjoying a successful run as a surprise Pongal release, Jiiva’s movie, titled ‘Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil,’ is finally hitting the digital screens. As the actor’s fans are eager to see Jiiva’s return to the screen with a sharp political satire, the movie TTT is all set to provide the same with a village touch and the plotline of a 'wedding vs funeral' setup, which has gained the movie ‘Super Hit’ status at the box office under the guidance of director Nithish Sahadev.

Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil OTT Release: When And Where To Watch

The Tamil film, which was released in the year 2026, had a great theatrical run; the release of the film was advanced because Jana Nayagan was delayed. Netflix acquired the rights to release the film digitally because the film was a box office success, or so it seems. Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil can be watched on Netflix from February 12th (Thursday). It is great news for fans who missed the film in theatres or would like to watch it again.

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— Netflix India South (@Netflix_INSouth) February 10, 2026

Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil Plot

According to IMDb, the movie’s gist reads, “A village official attending a wedding becomes entangled in an escalating family dispute over power and old resentments, testing his leadership as he tries to contain the situation.”

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Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil Cast

The cast for the 2026 Tamil political satire film Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil (TTT) is led by Jiiva.

Lead and Principal Cast

Jiiva as Jeevarathnam (Jeeva), a strict village panchayat president.
Thambi Ramaiah as Mani.
Ilavarasu as Ilavarasu.
Prathana Nathan as Sowmya, Ilavarasu's daughter.

Supporting Cast

The supporting cast includes Jenson Dhivakar as Thavidu, Sai Vignesh as Benny, Anuraj O.B. as Sowmya's lover, and Maala Parvathi as Jeevarathnam’s mother. Additional cast members are Subash Kannan as Kanniyappan, Sarjin Kumar as Kanniyappan’s brother, Jaiwanth, Rajesh Pandian as Akhilan, Amith Mohan Rajeshwari as Rasu, Sasti Pranesh as Kasi, and Surjith Gopinath as Mani's uncle.

Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil IMDb Rating

The Tamil comedy drama received mixed reviews from the audience and has a 7.6 IMDb rating.

If you love watching Tamil comedy films, ‘Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil’ must be on your list.

Image credits: IMDb/Twitter

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FAQ

1. When and where is Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil releasing on OTT?: The film is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on February 12, 2026.
2. Who are the lead actors in the movie?: The film stars Jiiva as the strict village panchayat president, alongside Thambi Ramaiah, Ilavarasu, and Prathana Nathan in pivotal roles.
3. What is the plot of Thalaivar Thambi Thalaimaiyil?: It is a sharp political satire set in a rural backdrop, revolving around a chaotic and humorous "wedding vs. funeral" setup.
4. What is the IMDb rating of the film?: The movie currently holds a solid 7.6/10 rating on IMDb, reflecting its status as a "Super Hit" among the audience.
5. Was the film successful at the box office?: Yes, released during Pongal 2026, the film became a surprise commercial success and earned a "Super Hit" verdict before its digital transition.