Shraddha Srinath leads Netflix’s The Game: You Never Play Alone

The Game: You Never Play Alone begins with a warning: the most dangerous players never show their faces. They hide behind masks and watch the chaos unfold.

Premiering on October 2, the thriller marks Netflix India’s first Tamil series of 2025.

It explores the hidden costs of life in a hyper-connected world, where secrets leak through screens and trust collapses under pressure.

The series is a continuation of Netflix and Applause Entertainment’s creative partnership after the success of Black Warrant.

Directed by Rajesh M Selva, it stars Shraddha Srinath.

Santhosh Prathap, Chandini, Syama Harini, Bala Hasan, Subash Selvam, Viviya Santh, Dheeraj, and Hema appear in supporting roles.

Monika Shergill, Vice President, India Content at Netflix, said:

“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.”

Sameer Nair, Managing Director of Applause Entertainment, said:

“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.”

Rajesh M Selva added: “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.”

Blending the intrigue of a thriller with family conflict and concealed truths, The Game: You Never Play Alone invites viewers to look beyond the screen. It challenges audiences to confront the digital lives we curate, protect, and conceal.