''The Village'' is an Indian Tamil-language

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television series created and directed by Milind Rau, for

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. It was produced by B. S. Radhakrishnan, under Studio Shakthi Productions. The story was initially based on Asvin Srivatsangam and Shamik Dasgupta's graphic horror novel of the same name, initially published by Yali Dream Creations. The principal characters of the series include Arya, Divya Pillai, Baby Aazhiya, Aadukalam Naren, George Maryan, Vettai Muthukumar, John Kokken, and Pooja Ramachandran. It premiered on 24 November 2023 and consisted of six episodes.

Synopsis

Dr. Gautham Subramanian, his wife Neha, and their daughter Maya are on a road trip when their car breaks down near the isolated village of Kattiyal. Stranded and desperate for help, Gautham enters the village, only to stumble into a nightmare. The once-peaceful community seems to be overrun by bloodthirsty mutants who stalk the night. Determined to protect his family from the escalating horror, Gautham knows they must escape Kattiyal. But the village holds a dark secret, and as Gautham searches for answers, he uncovers a conspiracy that goes far beyond terrifying creatures. He soon realizes the mutants are connected to the village's troubled past, and a powerful corporation may be behind the sinister events unfolding. In a race against time, Gautham must not only find a way to save his family from the clutches of the mutants, but also unravel the horrifying truth that lies at the heart of Kattiyal, before it's too late.

Cast

Main

* Arya as Dr. Gautham Subramanian * Divya Pillai as Neha Subramanian, Gautham's wife * Baby Aazhiya as Maya Subramanian, Gautham's daughter

Recurring

Production

Development

The series was announced by

on 28 April 2022. Actor Arya will next be seen in a Horror series titled The Village, which is based on Asvin Srivatsangam, Vivek Rangachari, and Shamik Dasgupta's graphic horror novel of the same name. The series is produced by BS Radhakrishnan under the Studio Shakthi Productions. Milind Rau of

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(2021) fame, has directed and written the series.

Casting

Actor Arya play the a young doctor Gautham Subramanian. This is his debut role in a limited series. Divya Pillai was cast as Gautham's wife Neha, Baby Aazhiya was cast as Neha and Gautham's daughter Maya.

Release

The first poster was released in April 2022 featuring, The poster shows lead actors Arya. The first teaser was released on 9 November 2023 featuring, The teaser shows Horror. The first Trailer was released on 17 November 2023 and revealing the release date. It was announced on 17 November 2023 that the series will be released on 24 November 2023 in Tamil,

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References

External links

* {{Amazon Video original series Tamil-language web series 2023 Tamil-language television series debuts Amazon Prime Video original programming Tamil-language horror fiction television series Tamil-language thriller television series Television shows set in Tamil Nadu Television shows based on Indian novels Live-action television shows based on comics