A new Tamil original series, Snakes & Ladders, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, will be streamed on Prime Video starting October 18. The series, described as a dark humor thriller, includes a cast featuring Naveen Chandra, Nandha, and Manoj Bharathiraja, among others.
The nine-episode series is set in the mid-2000s and revolves around four school friends named Gilly, Irai, Sandy, and Bala. These friends become involved in a series of unexpected challenges. Their journey includes difficult choices and personal struggles, which eventually lead to self-discovery.
The series focuses on the dynamics between the friends and how their relationships reflect the ups and downs of teenage life. The story aims to keep viewers engaged with a mystery that connects their lives. The series has been designed to explore the themes of friendship and personal growth.
Subbaraj, the filmmaker, has shared that the characters in the series show different personalities and complex relationships. The narrative has been created to entertain and explore life lessons that resonate with viewers.
Prime Video has emphasized the importance of Tamil content in its lineup, as shown by previous successes. The new series is expected to add to this growing collection of culturally relevant stories for audiences in India and beyond.
