A Family Empire Hanging by a Thread: The Struggle to Preserve a Legacy
Netflix’s new Tamil series Legacy follows the life of Periyavar, a geriatric crime patriarch with time running out to decide a worthy successor. With foes encroaching, he has to battle to save his family, his empire, and above all — his legacy.
Charukesh Sekar on Creating a High-Octane Saga
Director, writer, and creator Charukesh Sekar describes the series as very personal, emphasizing the significance of building a lasting legacy within this tale.
“I’ve always been intrigued by human relationships,” Sekar says. “Having it in a gangster backdrop made the narrative even more absorbing. With Netflix and Stone Bench, we wanted to bring a cinematic, big-screen experience onto personal devices. The audience will encounter people who are very dear to me.”
Lead actor R. Madhavan refers as one of the most edge-of-the-seat projects he has been a part of, signaling his involvement in shaping an unforgettable legacy.
“Not very often do you find a story that gets you excited from the inside out,” he says. “Legacy is intelligent, full of twists, and something Indian OTT has never done before. To work with Charukesh Sekar and the Stone Bench folks was a pleasure. I eagerly await audiences watching it on Netflix.”
Nimisha Sajayan on Her Tamil Series Debut
Actor Nimisha Sajayan makes her Tamil web series debut. Her role is integral to its storytelling, helping to weave the intricate layers of the legacy theme.
“This is a high-octane drama full of emotions and thrill,” she says. “Working with the cast and crew felt like family. I’m confident viewers will love what Charukesh and the team have created.”
Meet the Team Behind Legacy
- Director: Charukesh Sekar
- Producer: Kalyan Shankar
- Production House: Stone Bench Pvt Ltd
- Cast: R. Madhavan, Nimisha Sajayan, Gautham Karthik, Gulshan Deviah, Abhishek Banerjee
Streaming Soon on Netflix
With its gripping storytelling, sterling performances, and cinematic ambition, The series is poised to reshape Tamil crime dramas. Arriving on Netflix, exclusively in 2026. This series is set to create a unique legacy in the realm of streaming.
