The action-packed thriller Saripodhaa Sanivaaram, featuring Nani in the lead role and directed by Vivek Athreya, has captivated audiences both in theaters and on streaming platforms. After a successful theatrical run, the film recently made its debut on Netflix and has quickly climbed to the top of the charts. Just two days after its release, Saripodhaa Sanivaaram secured the number one spot across India. Netflix even released a celebratory poster marking this achievement, much to the delight of fans who continue to show their love for the film in its OTT format.

But that’s not all. Another high-profile release, Ulajh, starring Janhvi Kapoor, also premiered on Netflix just a day after Saripodhaa Sanivaaram. Both films are now competing for the top spot on the platform. Ulajh, a gripping spy thriller, was initially released in theaters in August and found its way to Netflix on September 27. Since then, it has been racking up views and adding to the competition.

What’s the Story of Saripodhaa Sanivaaram?

At the heart of Saripodhaa Sanivaaram is Surya (played by Nani), a man with an uncontrollable temper since childhood. His mother, Chhayadevi (Abhirami), makes him promise on her deathbed to keep his anger in check. As a result, Surya suppresses his rage throughout the week but allows himself to explode on Saturdays, taking revenge on those who have wronged him. He meticulously tracks every grievance, only to exact justice like a vengeful Yama on the weekend. This routine leads to several conflicts in his family, causing distress for his father (Sai Kumar) and sister (Aditi).

Surya, now a well-respected employee at NLIC, soon finds himself at odds with CI Dayanand (S.J. Suryah), who becomes a prime target in his Saturday list. Dayanand, who has a personal rivalry with his brother Kurmanand (Murali Sharma), is deeply tied to the mysterious village of Sokulapalem. As the film unfolds, we learn how Surya’s hatred for Dayanand, the village’s secrets, and the role of Charulatha (Priyanka Mohan) all intersect in this gripping narrative