Applause Entertainment, the company that backed the Vikramaditya Motwane series 'Black Warrant', has developed a new series acquired by Netflix, titled 'The Game: You Never Play Alone'. It is Netflix India's first Tamil series of the year, touted as a "character-driven thriller that unravels the hidden costs of living in a hyper-connected world" and an "exploration of identity and power."
Slated for an October 2 premiere, the show is helmed by filmmaker Rajesh M. Selva ("Thoongavanam", "Kadaram Kondaan"). Shraddha Srinath is joined in the cast by Santhosh Prathap, Chandini, Syama Harini, Bala Hasan, Subash Selvam, Viviya Santh, Dheeraj, and Hema, in supporting roles.
In a statement to Netflix, Rajesh M. Selva said: “The Game is more than just a thriller; it’s a reflection of the world we live in, where our lives are entangled in screens, secrets, and shifting loyalties. At its core, it’s a story about people, their choices, vulnerabilities, and the fragile line between truth and deception. Collaborating with Netflix and Applause Entertainment gave us the freedom to push creative boundaries, and I can’t wait for audiences to not just watch The Game, but to step into its world and feel its pulse.”
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— Shraddha Srinath (@ShraddhaSrinath) September 4, 2025
Applause Entertainment MD Sameer nair adds: “The Game is a timely story that captures the realities of our digital age, where every choice can alter the course of relationships. It blends strong storytelling with Rajesh Selva’s distinctive directorial vision, creating a series that is both engaging and thought-provoking. Our partnership with Netflix allows us to tell stories that resonate deeply and reach audiences in India and across the world, and we look forward to audiences experiencing it worldwide.”
Monika Shergill, Vice President, India Content at Netflix, shares, “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 relentless mission to track down those responsible for a coordinated attack against her. Our partnership with Applause Entertainment has delivered remarkable titles like Black Warrant, and we’re thrilled to join forces with them for our South slate. Backed by Rajesh M. Selva’s vision, this series tackles themes that are both timely and deeply resonant to the realities of contemporary digital life.”
