Dude Movie Review: Pradeep Ranganathan has returned to the big screen with Dude, a Tamil romantic comedy that’s got everyone talking online. The film is directed by debutant Keerthiswaran and produced by Mythri Movie Makers. It stars Pradeep alongside Premalu fame Mamitha Baiju in the lead. The cast also includes Neha Shetty, R Sarathkumar, Hridhu Haroon and Rohini in key roles.
This film marks Keerthiswaran’s first project as a director and Mythri Movie Makers’ second Tamil film. It was first announced in March 2025 under the title PR04, since it’s Pradeep’s fourth outing as a lead actor. Netflix had already added Dude to its 2025 streaming lineup, showing strong confidence even before the theatrical release.
Now that the film has been released, early viewers are sharing their opinions about it. Read on to know!
Dude Movie Review: Is It Worth Your Time?
Soon after its release, Dude started trending on X (formerly Twitter). Audience reviews were mixed. Some viewers felt the movie had a smart setup and a few emotional moments. They liked the chemistry between Pradeep and Mamitha and called the first half enjoyable.
Others said the story was predictable and dragged in the second half. Many fans felt the film’s final 30 minutes didn’t work and looked awkward on screen.
Check out some reactions below
About This Pradeep Ranganathan And Mamitha Baiju Starrer
Dude tells the story of Agan and Kural, two young lovers whose bond is tested by life and hidden secrets. The first half is filled with fun and romance, showing their playful chemistry. But as the story moves forward, the tone changes and emotions take over. The film explores love, ego, and misunderstandings with a big twist in the middle that changes everything.
The film runs for 139 minutes and has been certified U/A by the CBFC, making it a family-friendly watch. Music by Sai Abhyankkar adds freshness to the film. It was released during Diwali 2025 as part of a pan-India launch.
Even before release, Dude grabbed attention for an awkward promotional clip. A scene recreated from the trailer went viral and received criticism online. Some viewers called it uncomfortable to watch, which unexpectedly made the film trend ahead of its premiere.
Reports suggest the movie recovered most of its budget through OTT and satellite rights before hitting theatres. That shows the kind of faith the industry had in Pradeep’s star power and the film’s appeal.
