Janhvi Kapoor to Star in Tamil Netflix Series Kurathi, Marks South OTT Debut
Janhvi Kapoor is set for her South Indian OTT debut with Netflix's Tamil series Kurathi, directed by Sarkunam and overseen by Pa. Ranjith.
Dumtika Editorial
August 11, 2026 · 1 min read

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Janhvi Kapoor to debut in South Indian OTT with Netflix's Kurathi
Kurathi directed by Sarkunam, showrun by Pa. Ranjith
Strong social media buzz around Janhvi's digital entry
Project follows Janhvi's recent success in Ram Charan's Peddi
Janhvi Kapoor is stepping into the South Indian OTT arena with her digital debut in the Tamil-language Netflix series Kurathi. The project brings together acclaimed director Sarkunam and celebrated filmmaker Pa. Ranjith, who will serve as the showrunner. This collaboration is already generating significant interest, especially as Janhvi continues to make inroads into South Indian cinema following her recent appearance in Ram Charan’s Peddi.
Kurathi is positioned as a major addition to Netflix’s regional content slate, with Sarkunam’s reputation for compelling storytelling and Pa. Ranjith’s creative oversight raising expectations. While specific details about Janhvi Kapoor’s character remain under wraps, the combination of talent behind the camera has led to heightened anticipation among viewers. Fans have been active on social media, expressing excitement about Janhvi’s move into the digital space and her growing association with South Indian projects.
The announcement of Kurathi comes at a time when streaming platforms are increasingly investing in original regional content. Janhvi’s involvement is seen as a strategic step in her career, building on the momentum from her successful South Indian film ventures. As the project moves forward, audiences are keen to see how Janhvi adapts to the OTT format and what unique elements Sarkunam and Pa. Ranjith will bring to the series.


