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India.com
a day ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This 2-hour 15-minute thriller will send chills down your spine, more thrilling than Drishyam and Andhadhun, lead actors are…
In the world of Indian thrillers, titles like Drishyam and Andhadhun have long dominated conversations. However, a new contender has entered the arena, an edge-of-the-seat mystery that's not only left audiences stunned but has also raised the bar for suspense storytelling. This film doesn't rely on star power but on an airtight script, psychological twists, and moments that blur the line between perception and truth. Its haunting atmosphere, unexpected turns, and morally grey characters have created a ripple effect across social media and critic circles alike. It's not just a film it's an unsettling experience that refuses to fade after the credits roll. 2025's Most Unexpected Surprise Here we are talking about the Tamil movie 'Eleven,' which stars Riya Hari in the lead role, alongside Naveen Chandra, Shashank, Abhirami, Dilipan, Ritika, Aadukalam Naren, Ravi Varma, Arjai, and Kiriti Damaraju. The story of 'Eleven' centers on a series of mysterious murders occurring in Visakhapatnam. Naveen Chandra portrays the role of an Inspector, tasked with solving a case involving serial killer linked to a school called Twin Bird, which only admits twins. As the investigation unfolds, Arvind encounters numerous shocking secrets and psychological twists. More About Eleven 'Eleven' was released in theaters on May 16, 2025, and received a mixed response from audiences. The film has an IMDb rating of 7.9/10, indicating that it has found its audience. It collected Rs 6.8 crore at the box office, with Rs 5 crore coming from Tamil Nadu, which surprised Naveen Chandra, as he is primarily known for his work in Telugu cinema. The film had a budget of Rs 4 crore and managed to earn nearly Rs 7 crore overall. Currently, the film is available for streaming on OTT platforms as of June 13, 2025. Viewers can watch the Tamil version on Aha Tamil, Tentakotta, and Simply South, while the Telugu version is available on Amazon Prime Video. International viewers can also enjoy the film on Simply South.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Naveen Chandra's Eleven On OTT: Streaming Details, Release Date
Last Updated: Eleven was released in theatres on May 16, and has received mixed reactions from audiences. Naveen Chandra's long-delayed Tamil thriller, Eleven, has finally made it to OTT. After hitting theatres on May 16, in both Tamil and Telugu, Eleven is now streaming across multiple platforms, including Prime Video. Written and directed by Lokkesh Ajls, Eleven features Naveen Chandra in the lead role as Inspector Aravind alongside Reyaa Hari as the female lead. Others in key roles are Abhirami, Ravi Varma and Aadukalam Naren. With music by D. Imman and cinematography by Ashokan Karthik, Eleven has also impressed audiences and critics alike, earning a rating of 7.9/10 on IMDb. How To Watch Eleven On OTT? The Lokkesh Ajls directorial made its OTT debut on May 13 across platforms like Prime Video, Aha Tamil, Tentkotta and SimplySouth. Viewers with subscriptions to these streaming services can watch the film in multiple languages. Following underwhelming responses during its theatrical run, Eleven's OTT release is expected to give it a fresh lease on life. One can stream Prime Video or Aha Tamil for the Tamil version of Eleven or Simply South for the Telugu version. Eleven Story In the film, Naveen Chandra as Inspector Aravind investigates a chilling series of murders connected to Twin Bird, a school meant for twins. As the film moves forward, it will unravel dark secrets and psychological twists. With his excellent track record, the inspector manages to solve crimes, only to meet his match when a new serial killer case comes across. The narrative remains fixated on whether he could catch the culprit. With a talented ensemble of actors, Eleven was simultaneously shot in Tamil and Telugu. Eleven OTT Verdict The OTT reviews for Eleven are already out, with viewers dropping early reactions. One wrote, 'Decent. Nothing more," while another added, 'Fantabulous movie…. Every scene was well-connected. I was sitting with pride that I had found the murderer well before the climax, and then came the climax twist, surprising me… Semma movie." Fsntabulous movie…. Every scene was well connected .. I was sitting with pride that i have found the murderer well before climax and then came climax twist surprising me … Semma movie— BlackDevil 2.0 💀 (@BlackDevil4U) June 16, 2025 Giving the film a 4.5/5 rating, a viewer added, 'Really great storyline, skillful screenplay. I give it 4.5/5 for the careful handling of everything from wearing a car seat belt, even though you are a police officer, and wearing a helmet on a two-wheeler, to the perfect technique of the message about the dates in the cemetery at the end of the film. Definitely watch it." One viewer appeared unimpressed with the romantic angle of the film, as the comment read, 'Best thriller movie… The love portion is not necessary, but the rest is fabulous." Check a few more reviews: Eleven (2025)[ 3.25 / 5 ⭐ ] Multi #ELEVEN Story wise Great work by @lokeshajls but execution could be & pre climax will hook of Plan A, B, C & Dual, elevate the movie into the next watch for the weekend @PrimeVideoIN — SRIDHAR K S (@sriks023) June 13, 2025 #Eleven – Good One Pakka Choreographed Fight Scene First Published:
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Karthik Subbaraj praises Tamil-Telugu thriller 'Eleven'; Naveen Chandra responds with gratitude
'Eleven' is a Tamil-Telugu suspense thriller that has been quietly making waves after its OTT debut. Directed by newcomer , the film dives into a layered mystery filled with unexpected turns and psychological depth. With a tight screenplay and an immersive narrative style, 'Eleven' brings a refreshing edge to the thriller style, shown in a powerful lead role for . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Although it had a minor dramatic run, the film is now gaining momentum and praise on streaming platforms. applauds the gripping narrative of 'Eleven' Director Karthik Subbej recently took to social media to take a bath on X; it was packed with an entertaining and well-written thriller with an unexpected plot twist. He appreciated debutant director Lokesh Ajls and his team for his strong story and execution. Karthik Subaraj also highlighted Naveen Chandra's performance, given how effectively the actor carried forward the film with intensity and emotional depth. His support has increased weight for the growing recognition of the film. Naveen Chandra's humble and heartfelt response In a hearty response, Naveen Chandra expressed how deeply he had moved forward in the words of Karthik Subbej. He described the praise as the main attraction of his day, especially since it came from a filmmaker, whom he has long praised. Naveen Chandra's response not only expressed gratitude, but such recognition also affected young actors trying for effective roles. It is worth noting that Naveen Chandra played a police role in Karthik Subbaraj's direction, 'Jigarthanda Double X. ' Since its release on Prime Video and AHA, 'Eleven' has received a broad and more receptive audience. The gripping storyline supported by solid performance and sharp direction has increased praise and positive word-of-mouth. With more spectators searching online, 'Eleven' OTT is taking shape to be a sleeper hit in space, proving that material-powered cinema always finds its audience.
Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bollywood turns cold on new directors: Fewer debut filmmakers in theatres
Hindi film producers have grown increasingly risk-averse over the past three-and-a-half years, betting on familiar names and proven formulae while pulling back on support for debut filmmakers , amid a wave of box-office flops even by seasoned directors. The number of debut filmmakers breaking into Hindi cinema fell to 32 in 2024 from 39 in 2022, according to the data shared by veteran trade analysts. So far in 2025, only 15 first-time Hindi filmmakers have had theatrical releases. This decline has come despite an increase in the total number of Hindi film releases to 221 in 2024 from 194 in 2022. The share of debut directors dropped to 14.5% from 20.1% during this period. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Mi Piace Così | Quanto costa perdere peso? Mi Piace Così Undo "Today, producers want to minimise the margin of error," said Ameya Naik, producer and founder of the event management company Fantasy Films. "Gone are the days when a filmmaker could afford to make his or her 'best' film after a few films. Today, a filmmaker's debut film must be his or her 'best' film, as audiences have become more unforgiving than ever," he said. Post-pandemic, producers across geographies have been facing the fundamental challenge of increasing unpredictability in box-office outcomes, with the success ratio of films falling to about 3.2% in 2024. Gross box office collection declined to ₹11,833 crore in 2024 from ₹12,226 crore in 2023, according to Ormax Media, a media and entertainment research firm. Live Events Amid this unpredictability and rising talent costs, Hindi film producers have become averse to backing new stories and directors, industry insiders said. Producers are more interested in exploiting intellectual properties (IPs) of already successful films even as conglomerates, private equity players and asset management companies have acquired high or controlling stakes in entertainment companies across the world. "They are driven more by numbers than creativity. So, they invest in successful IPs by making sequels or remaking them, as they believe familiarity with IPs brings audiences to theatres," said a producer requesting anonymity. This strategy seems to be working. The top three Hindi grossers of 2024 were all franchises and sequels: Stree 2, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2, and Singham Again. In this context, a Bain & Company Global M&A 2025 report noted that owning quality IPs has been a key factor behind recent mergers and acquisitions in the global media and entertainment industry. In this scenario, producers say it is easier for debut filmmakers in Hindi to find opportunities on streaming platforms than making theatrical debut. "I think for debut filmmakers, the challenges involved in making a theatrical film are higher than those involved in making films for streaming platforms," said Naveen Chandra, founder and CEO of 91 Film Studios, a studio for regional films. This is in stark contrast to what is transpiring in regional cinema where several debut directors are making noteworthy content-driven films.
Hindustan Times
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Naveen Chandra's Eleven premieres on OTT, here are 5 other Tamil crime dramas to stream right now
Police procedural dramas and crime thrillers never run out of fashion. It is a genre that does is not barred by language and time periods. Ever since time in memorial, crime thrillers and cop stories have been a subject of interest, and pave way for both rooted and sleek, stylish thrillers. The latest addition is Eleven, a Tamil-Telugu bilingual film which is headlined by Naveen Chandra. The film is now available for streaming on OTTplay Premium and Prime Video. Eleven follows an honest cop who is asked to probe a serial killer case, which leads him to a school that admits only twins. Interesting right? Now, as you keep Eleven for your weekend watchlist, here are five other Tamil crime thrillers that follows a cop trying to crack a tough nut. Watch more crime thrillers from other languages like Rekhachitram and Odela Railway Station on OTTplay Premium right now Por Thozhil Por Thozhil released in 2023 and is a crime thriller helmed by Vignesh Raja in his debut. Featuring Sarath Kumar and Ashok Selvan in the lead roles, the film makes an interesting choice by pairing up a rookie cop with a much senior and cynical officer to investigate a case where a series of murders take place in similar fashion targeting young girls. Exploring the psychological bent of mind of an interesting serial killer character, Por Thozhil was lauded for its compelling narrative and performances. Nikhila Vimal, Sarath Babu, Nizhalgal Ravi, Sunil Sukhada and others appear in supporting roles. 8 Thottakkal 8 Thottakkal is a crime thriller released in 2017. Sri Ganesh made his directorial debut with the film which features Vetri, Aparna Balamurali, Nassar, MS Bhaskar and Meera Mithun among others. The film is about a timid and young police officer who loses his service pistol which is fully loaded. Unable to remember where it has been placed, the young cop has to now retrieve it or face suspension. The film blends a tense crime thriller with emotional depth, culminating in a poignant climax. The Smile Man The Smile Man is a 2024 crime thriller which features a retired cop Chidambaram Nedumaran (played by Sarathkumar), battling early-stage Alzheimer's. Circumstances lead him to investigate a serial killer case who leaves his victims scarred by carving a smile on their faces. Racing against time with fading memories, the film is an edge-of-the-seat thriller directed by Syam and Praveen. Sija Rose, Ineya, Kalaiyarasan, George Maryan, Suresh Chandra Menon, Rajkumar are part of the film. Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu is 2006 iconic cop drama in Tamil cinema. Headlined by Kamal Haasan who played DCP Raghavan, the film is directed by Gautham Menon. The film explores a senior cop who has to investigate the brutal murder of his friend's daughter. Featuring a cast comprising of actors Jyothika, Kamalinee Mukherjee, Prakash Raj, Daniel Balaji, and Salim Baig, Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu became a commercial blockbuster and has music by Harris Jayaraj. Ratsasan Ratsasan is a crime thriller released in 2018 and is directed by Ram Kumar. The film is about an aspiring film director who becomes a cop after the demise of his father and has to nab a serial killer. It is headlined by Vishnu Vishal and also features Amala Paul, Kaali Venkat, Abhirami and others.
