Kidaari
This is the action-packed story of a hot-headed protagonist looking to solve the murder of his godfather. There are multiple suspects, each of whom has strong motives for the deed.
Directed by Prasath Murugesan · Action · 140 min · 2016
Director
Prasath Murugesan
Writer
Prasath Murugesan
Studio
Company Productions
Release
02 Sep 2016
Runtime
140 min
Genres
Action
Full Plot
In a small town, a powerful local leader named Kombaiah Pandian is brutally attacked, leaving him for dead. His loyal henchman, Kidaari, sets out to find the culprit and uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that goes back years. As Kidaari digs deeper, he discovers a shocking truth about his boss's past and the true nature of their relationship. In the end, Kidaari takes control of the town, sparing Kombaiah's life but leaving him with a newfound fear of death.
Cast & Characters
Nadodigal Gopal
Kombaiah's wife
Shobha Mohan
Napolean
Kidari
Sasikumar
Chembha
Nikhila Vimal
Udaiya Nambi, Kombaiah's son
Vasumithra
Did You Know?
Sasikumar began work on the film directed by Prasath Murugesan during March 2016 in Chennai.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Baradwaj Rangan wrote in The Hindu, "This murder mystery needed more than flavour.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Kidaari holds 6.3/10 on IMDb (183 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of July 30, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (6.3/10 on IMDb (183 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kidaari's IMDb rating?+
Kidaari has a 6.3/10 rating on IMDb from 183 votes.
Is Kidaari good? What are critics saying?+
Kidaari holds 6.3/10 on IMDb (183 votes).
How long is Kidaari?+
Kidaari has a runtime of 140 min.
Who directed Kidaari?+
Kidaari was directed by Prasath Murugesan.
Where can I watch Kidaari?+
Kidaari is available to stream, rent, or buy on Sun Nxt, VI movies and tv.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie Kidaari received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its engaging storyline and effective use of narration, others found it lacking in focus and relying on contrived scenes. The film's balance of humor and violence was also noted as a highlight, but the final denouement was criticized for resorting to clichés.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
