A Thrilling New Tamil Original
The most dangerous players never show their faces. They hide behind masks and watch the chaos unfold. Premiering on October 2, The Game: You Never Play Alone marks Netflix India’s first Tamil series of 2025 — a character-driven thriller that delves into the hidden costs of living in a hyper-connected world. What begins as a mystery soon becomes a profound exploration of identity, power, and the choices that shape human lives.

A Strong Creative Collaboration
Following the success of Black Warrant earlier this year, The Game: You Never Play Alone continues the partnership between Netflix and Applause Entertainment. Directed by Rajesh M. Selva, the series features Shraddha Srinath in the lead role, alongside Santhosh Prathap, Chandini, Syama Harini, Bala Hasan, Subash Selvam, Viviya Santh, Dheeraj, and Hema. The show blends gripping storytelling with timely themes, expanding Netflix’s growing slate of Tamil originals.

Netflix’s Vision for South Originals
Monika Shergill, Vice President, India Content at Netflix, highlighted the importance of this launch: “With The Game: You Never Play Alone, our first Tamil series of the year, we are bringing a story that is both fresh and relevant. It’s a gripping mystery thriller that follows a female game developer on a mission to track down those behind a coordinated attack against her. Our collaboration with Applause Entertainment has delivered remarkable titles, and we’re thrilled to join forces again for our South slate.”

Applause Entertainment on Storytelling
Sameer Nair, Managing Director at Applause Entertainment, shared his thoughts: “The Game is a timely story capturing the realities of our digital age, where every choice can alter relationships. It blends strong writing with Rajesh Selva’s directorial vision to create something both thought-provoking and entertaining. Our partnership with Netflix ensures that such stories reach audiences across India and worldwide.”

A Director’s Perspective
Director Rajesh M. Selva described the series as more than just a thriller: “It’s a reflection of the world we live in, where our lives are intertwined with screens, secrets, and shifting loyalties. At its heart, it’s about people, their choices, and the fragile line between truth and deception. Collaborating with Netflix and Applause allowed us to push creative boundaries, and I can’t wait for audiences to not just watch the show, but to step into its world and feel its pulse.”

A Story of Secrets and Survival
Blending the intrigue of a thriller with the emotional weight of family conflicts and concealed truths, The Game: You Never Play Alone asks viewers to look beyond the screen — into the lives we create, hide, and protect.

You Don’t Just Join the Game — You’re Already In It
Watch ‘The Game: You Never Play Alone’ streaming on Netflix from October 2, 2025.