Netflix Slate 2026: R. Madhavan, Gulshan Devaiah's 'Legacy' Charts An Ageing Gangster's Power Struggles

Netflix unveiled a new Tamil title Legacy headlined by R. Madhavan along with an impressive ensemble cast at its slate showcase in Mumbai.

The synopsis reads, "Faced with a prophecy of downfall and an inevitable siege Periyavar, an ageing gangster, fights to save his empire, family and most importantly — his legacy."

The team of Legacy shares: “Legacy represents an ambitious chapter for all of us, allowing us to delve into the anatomy of power, succession and the emotional weight of what is left behind. Set within a formidable crime world, the series examines how ambition, loyalty and blood ties collide when the future of an empire hangs in the balance. Bringing this vision to life demanded scale, precision and deep collaboration, and we’re grateful to Netflix for the creative trust and partnership throughout this journey. With Legacy joining Netflix’s 2026 slate, we look forward to audiences stepping into this world on a global scale.”

Directed by Charukesh Sekar and produced by Kalyan Subramanian and Stone Bench Studio, the cast includes R. Madhavan, Abhishek Banerjee, Nimisha Sajayan, Gautham Karthik and Gulshan Devaiah.

Meanwhile, Madhavan's GDN, his upcoming biopic on GD Naidu, wrapped up filming recently. The film, directed by Krishnakumar Ramakumar, is aiming for a summer 2026 release. In the first look at GDN, the much-anticipated biopic on visionary industrialist and inventor G.D. Naidu, R. Madhavan was seen in a striking transformation as Naidu. Often hailed as the “Edison of India” and “The Wealth Creator of Coimbatore,” G.D. Naidu’s groundbreaking contributions to science, technology, and public service left a mark on India’s industrial history. His enduring legacy continues to be celebrated — most notably with Tamil Nadu’s longest bridge bearing his name. The timing of the first look’s release on October 26 serves as a fitting homage to his pioneering spirit.