Yogi Da
2026 Tamil film by Goutham Krishna
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Yogi Da is a 2026 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film written and directed by debutant Goutham Krishna starring Sai Dhanshika in the lead role alongside Kabir Duhan Singh, Sayaji Shinde and others in important roles. The film is produced by V. Senthil Kumar under his Sri Monica Cine Films banner, the film has cinematography handled by S KA Boopathi, editing done by G. Sasikumar, and music composed by Deepak Dev.
| Yogi Da | |
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| Directed by | Goutham Krishna |
| Written by | Goutham Krishna |
| Produced by | V. Senthil Kumar |
| Starring | |
| Cinematography | S KA Boopathi |
| Edited by | G. Sasikumar |
| Music by | Deepak Dev |
Production company | Sri Monica Cine Films |
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| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
Yogi Da was released in theatres on 6 February 2026.
Plot
Cast
- Sai Dhanshika as K. Yogeshwari
- Kabir Duhan Singh as Jawahar Babu
- Sayaji Shinde as Arivazhagan
- Redin Kingsley as Muthu
- Pujita Ponnada as Mallika
Production
After the release of Kaalakkoothu (2018), Sai Dhanshika was announced to join hands with Goutham Krishna for her next starring herself in the lead role.[1] The film marks Goutham's debut as the director, who had earlier worked as an assistant to Sibi Malayil and Chakri Toleti.[2] Principal photography began on 10 December 2018.[3] The film stars Kabir Duhan Singh in an important role.[4] Produced by V. Senthil Kumar under his Sri Monica Cine Films banner, the film has cinematography handled by S KA Boopathi, editing done by G. Sasikumar, and action choreography by G. Ganesh Kumar.[5] The film's trailer was released by Vishal on 24 May 2025.[6]
Music
The film has music composed by Deepak Dev, marking his return to Tamil after Sadhu Miranda (2008).[7] The pre-release audio launch event took place in mid-May 2025.[8]
Release and reception
Yogi Da released in theatres on 6 February 2026.[9] Akshay Kumar of Cinema Express gave 1.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "With its cloying commitment, Yogi Da reduces women’s equality to caricature, turning the protagonist into a performative symbol rather than a fully lived character."[10] Dinamalar rated the film with 2 out of 5 stars.[11]
