Neelira Story

Neelira is a Tamil drama directed by Someetharan. The film stars Naveen Chandra and Roopa Koduvayur in the lead roles. It is produced by Karthik Subbaraj and Rana Daggubati under the banners Asian Suresh Entertainment, Spirit Media, and Stone Bench Productions.

The film’s story is also written by Someetharan. Cinematography is handled by Pratheepan Selva, editing is done by Radha Sridhar, and the music is composed by K.

Plot

Neelira is a war drama set against the backdrop of the Sri Lankan Civil War (Eelam War). The story is presented through the memories of a war child, highlighting the emotional and psychological impact of the conflict. With the tagline “A Long Night,” the narrative focuses on survival during a critical period of war and explores the untold experiences of the Eelam Tamil community. Director Someetharan has stated that the film aims to bring these lesser-known stories to a wider global audience.

Neelira Trailer

The official trailer of Neelira, released on March 27, 2026, unveils a poignant war drama set in 1988 Northern Sri Lanka. Directed by Someetharan and backed by Karthik Subbaraj and Rana Daggubati, the film captures the civil war through a child’s perspective. Starring Naveen Chandra and Roopa Koduvayur, it releases on April 3, 2026, promising an emotional and intense cinematic experience.

Release Date

Neelira was released in theatres on April 3, 2026.