Raj B Shetty’s blockbuster “Su From So” officially premiered on JioHotstar on September 9, 2025, but the celebration quickly turned into controversy. While the horror-comedy is streaming in Kannada, Telugu, and Malayalam, Tamil audiences are left wondering: where’s our version?
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The Missing Tamil Audio Mystery
The unavailability of the Tamil version has upset Kollywood audiences, who feel that they are being ignored by the OTT platform, with only Kannada, Telugu, and Malayalam versions currently available for streaming. This unusual omission has sparked heated discussions across social media platforms, with Tamil fans expressing their disappointment.
Su From So: Box Office Success Story
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Release Date | July 25, 2025 |
| Director | J.P. Thuminad |
| Lead Actor | Raj B Shetty |
| Budget | ₹5.5-6 Crores |
| Box Office Collection | ₹120+ Crores |
| OTT Platform | JioHotstar |
| Available Languages | Kannada, Telugu, Malayalam |
The Real Reason Behind Tamil Exclusion
Here’s where the plot thickens. The word in the Kollywood circles is that Su From So makers sold the remake rights to a Kollywood producer, and that the horror comedy will soon be made in Tamil. This strategic business decision explains the mysterious absence of Tamil dubbing.
Ajay Devgn and N. S. Rajkumar have bought Hindi and Tamil remake rights for this film, indicating that the original version’s Tamil audio was deliberately withheld to protect the remake’s commercial prospects.
What Made Su From So a Phenomenon?
The film’s success story is remarkable by any standards. Su From So sold over 3.80 lakh tickets in three days and became the first Kannada film in a long time to secure 72 early morning shows on a Sunday, all running to full houses.
Key Success Factors:
- Innovative storytelling: The plot centers around a boy’s innocent crush that unleashes strange events, making everyone believe he’s brought a ghost along with his feelings
- Perfect genre blend: Horror-comedy combination that resonated across demographics
- Strong word-of-mouth: Organic audience appreciation drove sustained box office performance
- Regional authenticity: Genuine Kannada storytelling that felt relatable
Impact on South Indian Cinema
Upon release, it received overwhelmingly positive reviews and became a commercial success, also becoming the highest-grossing Kannada film of the year at the time of its release. The film’s success has reignited interest in regional content consumption patterns across India.
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Future Prospects
With remake rights sold, Tamil audiences can expect a localized version featuring popular Kollywood actors. Meanwhile, the original continues dominating streaming numbers in available languages, proving content quality transcends linguistic barriers.
The controversy, while disappointing for immediate Tamil viewership, actually demonstrates smart business strategy. By protecting remake rights, makers ensure maximum revenue extraction from this successful property across multiple markets.
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FAQs
Q: Why isn’t Su From So available in Tamil on JioHotstar?
A: The Tamil remake rights have been sold to Kollywood producers, including Ajay Devgn and N.S. Rajkumar. To protect the commercial prospects of the upcoming Tamil remake, the original’s Tamil dubbed version has been withheld from streaming.
Q: When will the Tamil version of Su From So be available to watch?
A: While the original Tamil dubbed version isn’t available, a Tamil remake is in development. Tamil audiences will need to wait for this remake rather than expecting a dubbed version of the original Kannada film.
