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Prashant Pandiyaraj's Gritty Rural Crime Series 'Warrant' Premieres May 22

Prashant Pandiyaraj's rural crime series 'Warrant' will premiere on May 22 on Tamil Zee5. The series follows Koattai Karuppusamy, a second-grade constable whose quiet humiliation shapes his enforcement of the law. Pandiyaraj, known for directing 'Vilangu' and 'Maaman', makes his acting debut in the lead role. The series features a powerful ensemble cast including director Balaji Sakthivel and actors Kousalya and Kaali Venkat.

Key Points: 'Warrant' Web Series: Release Date, Cast & Plot

  • Prashant Pandiyaraj stars in lead role
  • Series premieres May 22 on Tamil Zee5
  • From creator of cult-hit 'Vilangu'
  • Explores police power and justice
  • Features ensemble cast including Balaji Sakthivel
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Prashant Pandiyaraj's gritty rural crime series 'Warrant' to release on May 22

Prashant Pandiyaraj's rural crime series 'Warrant' premieres May 22 on Tamil Zee5. From 'Vilangu' creator, it follows a constable's dark journey into justice and power.

"Koattai Karuppusamy is not a hero written to be admired. He is uncomfortable, fragile, and deeply human. - Prashant Pandiyaraj"

Chennai, May 7

The makers of director Vignesh Natarajan's gritty rural crime series 'Warrant', which will feature director Prashant Pandiyaraj in the lead, have now announced that the eagerly awaited web series will premiere on May 22 this year.

The series is to be streamed on the OTT platform, Tamil Zee5.

For the unaware, director Prashant Pandiyaraj, who plays the lead in the series, was the acclaimed director of the cult-hit series 'Vilangu' and the superhit film 'Maaman'.

Actor and music director G V Prakash, who took to his X timeline to release the first look promo of the series, wrote, "Best of luck team....Happy to launch the first look promo of #Warrant. Special moment seeing my friend @p_santh turn hero after giving us shows like #Vilangu and #Maaman. From the world of Vilangu, this one looks solid! Wishing the whole team a big success."

Produced by Sivan Pictures and S Studios, the series has music by composer, producer, lyricist and singer Sam C.S. The series is showrun and cast by Prasanth Pandiyaraj.

The series features a powerful ensemble cast including director Balaji Sakthivel, actors Kousalya, Kaali Venkat, Namritha MV, Arul Jothi, Arul Dass, and Chaya Devi, bringing depth and credibility to its layered narrative.

'Warrant' delves into the overlooked world of routine police cases that slowly spiral into danger. It follows Koattai Karuppusamy, a second‑grade constable whose quiet humiliation and fear begin to shape how he enforces the law, raising unsettling questions about power, authority, and when justice starts to blur.

Speaking about his decision to debut as an actor through 'Warrant', Prashant Pandiyaraj shared, "Koattai Karuppusamy is not a hero written to be admired. He is uncomfortable, fragile, and deeply human. That honesty scared me, and that's exactly why I chose to play him. As a creator, I've always been drawn to truth over spectacle. Acting in 'Warrant' pushed me to confront emotions I usually explore only behind the camera. Tamil Zee5 gave this story the space to breathe, to be raw and unapologetic. I hope audiences don't just watch Koattai Karuppusamy's journey, but feel challenged, and moved by it."

- IANS

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Priya S
Prashant Pandiyaraj is such a talented director. Turning actor is a bold move, but if anyone can pull off a complex character like Koattai Karuppusamy, it's him. The cast is stellar too—Balaji Sakthivel and Kaali Venkat are always a treat. Hope the series does justice to the gritty rural setting.
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Rohit L
I'm a bit skeptical about directors acting in their own projects—often it's a vanity project. But the 'Vilangu' team has earned some trust. Let's see if this can match the intensity of the rural noir we've seen in 'Jai Bhim' or 'Sarpatta'. The release date is close, excited to judge for myself!
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Ananya R
Love that they're focusing on a lower-rung constable rather than a flamboyant inspector. So many OTT shows go for style over substance. Prashant's statement about wanting the audience to 'feel challenged' gives me goosebumps. 😌 Sam C.S. music is always a bonus. Marking May 22 on my calendar!
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James A
As someone who's seen a fair share of Tamil web series, 'Vilangu' stands out for its raw storytelling. I'm curious if 'Warrant' can maintain that level of authenticity. The idea of a quiet policeman who lets fear dictate his actions is a fascinating character study. Hope the writing is as strong as the concept.
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Kavya N
First look promo looked solid! GVP's tweet says it's from the world of 'Vilangu'—if it's even half as

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