Where to watch Dhayam online?

Dhayam is available for streaming on Fawesome, Prime Video. You can watch it on Fawesome, Prime Video in India at your convenience.

Is Dhayam on Netflix?

Dhayam is not currently streaming on Netflix. It is available on Fawesome, Prime Video.

Is Dhayam on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes, Dhayam is available on Amazon Prime Video.

Dhayam was directed by Kannan Rangaswamy and released in 2017. Kannan Rangaswamy is a prominent filmmaker in Tamil film industry.

Dhayam stars Samaira Sandhu alongside Jayakumar, Jeeva Ravi, Aira Aggarwal, Kadhal Kannan, Santhosh P. The film marks a collaboration between Samaira Sandhu and director Kannan Rangaswamy within Tamil cinema.

Is Dhayam worth watching?

Dhayam holds a rating of 5.8/10.

Who composed the music for Dhayam?

The music for Dhayam was composed by Satish Selvam. Satish Selvam is a well-known name in Tamil film music, and the soundtrack contributes significantly to the film's identity.

Dhayam(2017)

5.8/10

Tamil•104 mins•Updated 5 May 2026

Dhayam is an Indian Tamil thriller film written and directed by Kannan Rangaswamy. Entirely shot inside a single room, the film stars Santhosh Prathap, Jayakumar and Aira Agarval amongst others in leading roles. Featuring music composed by Sathish Selvam, cinematography by A. Packiaraj and editing by R. Sudharsan.

Director:Kannan Rangaswamy

Mood:

suspensefuldarkdisturbing

IMDb TMDB Rotten Tomatoes Wikidata

Where to watch:

FAFawesome

Quick Facts

Streaming on: Fawesome
Theatrical Release: 24 March 2017
Director: Kannan Rangaswamy
Language: Tamil
Runtime: 1h 44m
Rating: 5.8/10

Storyline

Eight people are competing to become a company's CEO. They are locked in a room designed to play tricks on their minds. They must use their survival skills to get out.

“Eight strangers. One room. Only one can survive.”

Film Details

5.8Rating

104Minutes

TamilLanguage

Release Date24 March 2017

Parental Guide

Violence

High

Language

Moderate

Sex / Nudity

Moderate

Drugs

Mild

Intensity

High

Where to Watch

FawesomeFree

No subscription needed

Stream Free

Vibe & Tags

Mood

suspensefuldarkdisturbing

Themes

survivalcorruptionidentityjustice

Toneintense

Pacingfast-paced

Complexitymoderate

Audiencemultiplex

Best Withfriends

Violence4

Emotion3

Humor1

Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

A. PackiarajCinematographer

→#9

Satish SelvamMusic Composer

→#10

Kannan RangaswamyDirector

→

Trivia

The film's director Kannan Rangaswamy previously worked as an associate director for several major Tamil filmmakers before his debut.
The movie was shot primarily in a single, confined set to maintain the tense, claustrophobic atmosphere of the story.
Actor Aadukalam Naren, who plays a key role, is known for his distinctive voice and often portrays authoritative characters.
The plot's concept of psychological testing in an isolated room drew comparisons to international thrillers and stage plays.
Despite its thriller genre, the film incorporates subtle social commentary on corporate competition and human ethics.
The musical score was composed by N. R. Raghunanthan, who is also a noted sound designer in the Tamil industry.
The title 'Dhayam' translates to 'target' or 'aim' in English, reflecting the characters' struggle to win the CEO position.

Frequently Asked Questions

News & Stories

Here's “Who is the Mask” Sneak Peak From Dhayam Movie

Dhayam is a India's First Single Room Thriller movie directed by Kannan Rangaswamy, starring Santosh Pratap and Aira Aggarwal in the lead roles.\r\nMovie is releasing on 24th March.

21/3/2017

‘Dhayam’ creates history in Indian Cinema!

20/3/2017

Watch Santhosh Prathap's Dhayam Official Trailer

17/3/2017

The Dice (DHAYAM) I threw elevated me up on the Musical Ladder

5/1/2017

Dhayam Teaser Released by Vijay Sethupathi

8/9/2016