National | June 13, 2025 – ZEE5’s upcoming horror-comedy Devil’s Double: Next Level (popularly dubbed DD Next Level) is lighting up social media and creating ripples of excitement among fans ahead of its much-anticipated premiere on June 13. Blending horror, satire, and laugh-out-loud moments, the film has carved out its own space in the OTT release calendar and is already one of the most awaited films of the month.
The trailer and promos have received tremendous engagement, with fans praising the quirky plot, eccentric characters, and genre-bending narrative. Featuring an ensemble cast of Santhanam, Selvaraghavan, Gautham Vasudev Menon, and Geethika Tiwary, the film is shaping up to be a unique offering in the horror-comedy space. With buzz peaking just ahead of release, all eyes are now on how Devil’s Double: Next Level will fare with OTT audiences.
🌀 Stream DD Next Level exclusively on ZEE5 from June 13 in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada!
🎥 Watch the trailer on Instagram
A Genre-Bending Ride Through Haunted Celluloid
At the center of Devil’s Double: Next Level is Santhanam, playing Kissa—a snarky, sharp-tongued film critic known for his brutal reviews and unfiltered opinions. Kissa is invited to a private screening by eccentric filmmaker Hitchcock Irudhayaraj, portrayed by Selvaraghavan, and that’s when things take a wildly supernatural turn.
The screening isn’t what it seems. Kissa finds himself trapped inside the cursed film itself, aboard a haunted cruise ship that exists somewhere between the reel and the real. The ship is governed by an ancient, magical diary, and every page Kissa turns reveals a fresh nightmare—or clue.
Now, along with two rival critics and a girlfriend whose transformation is anything but human, Kissa must:
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Survive a maze of ghostly chaos
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Crack cryptic clues
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Escape traps set by the haunted film’s vengeful spirits
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And somehow rewrite his own ending before it’s too late
The result? A wild, irreverent, and hilariously spooky experience that blends slapstick, suspense, and meta-cinema in ways never seen before.
Star Power & Style That Pops
Beyond its wacky plot and unique setting, Devil’s Double: Next Level owes much of its hype to its cast and creative vision. With Santhanam front and center, the film promises laugh-out-loud moments grounded in his trademark comic timing. Meanwhile, Selvaraghavan, better known for directing dark, cult-classic dramas, surprises fans with his bizarre and memorable turn as the mysterious Hitchcock Irudhayaraj.
Gautham Vasudev Menon and Geethika Tiwary round out the cast, adding intrigue and unexpected twists to the haunted storyline. From its visual aesthetic to its pop-culture nods and sharp writing, the film doesn’t play by conventional genre rules.
Why the Hype Is Real
What sets DD Next Level apart from the usual OTT fare is its willingness to go all-in on absurdity. It’s self-aware, campy in the best way, and unafraid to blur the lines between parody and homage. Fans of films like Stree, Go Goa Gone, and Tamizh Padam are likely to find Devil’s Double their next cult favorite.
The anticipation is also fueled by ZEE5’s aggressive promotion strategy. The film’s Instagram teasers, behind-the-scenes clips, and cryptic countdowns have successfully piqued the curiosity of horror, comedy, and thriller fans alike.
Final Countdown Begins
With its premiere just hours away, Devil’s Double: Next Level is all set to deliver a fast-paced, multi-lingual OTT event that promises frights and fun in equal measure. Whether you’re in it for the haunted hijinks, the unpredictable narrative, or simply Santhanam’s zingers—this is one June 13 drop you won’t want to miss.
Catch the madness, the mystery, and the magic—only on ZEE5 from June 13.
Languages: Tamil | Telugu | Malayalam | Kannada
