Tata Play Tamil Channels List 2026
Tamil Thalaiva HDS & Tamil Thalaiva HD New — Complete Pack Comparison
Tata Play offers two main Tamil packs: Tamil Thalaiva HDS (₹315/month all-in, 65 channels) and Tamil Thalaiva HD New (₹389/month all-in, 67 channels). Both include all major Tamil channels — the HD New pack has more than double the HD channels. Channel data sourced directly from tataplay.com.
| Feature | Tamil Thalaiva HDS | Tamil Thalaiva HD New |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price (all-in) | ₹315 | ₹389 |
| Pack Price | ₹195 | ₹270 |
| Network Capacity Fee | ₹120 | ₹120 |
| Total Channels | 65 | 67 |
| HD Channels | 11 | 24 |
| SD Channels | 54 | 43 |
| Sun TV HD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Star Vijay HD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Colors Tamil HD | SD only | ✓ HD |
| Zee Tamil HD | SD only | ✓ HD |
| Vijay Super HD | SD only | ✓ HD |
| KTV HD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Zee Thirai HD | SD only | ✓ HD |
| Star Sports Tamil HD | SD only | ✓ HD |
| Nick HD+ | — | ✓ HD |
| Best For | Budget viewers | Best HD experience |
Pack 1 — Tamil Thalaiva HDS
Tamil Thalaiva HDS
65 channels · 11 HD · 54 SD
Pack ₹195 + NCF ₹120 · all-in
HD Channels (11)
Tamil GEC & Entertainment (HD)
Tamil GEC & Entertainment (SD)
Tamil Movies (HD)
Tamil Movies (SD)
Tamil Music (HD)
Tamil Music (SD)
Tamil News (SD)
Knowledge & Lifestyle (HD)
Knowledge & Lifestyle (SD)
Kids (HD)
Kids (SD)
Sports (HD)
Sports (SD)
Spiritual (SD)
Pack 2 — Tamil Thalaiva HD New
Tamil Thalaiva HD New
67 channels · 24 HD · 43 SD
Pack ₹270 + NCF ₹120 · all-in
HD Channels (24)
Tamil GEC & Entertainment (HD)
Tamil GEC & Entertainment (SD)
Tamil Movies (HD)
Tamil Movies (SD)
Tamil Music (HD)
Tamil Music (SD)
Tamil News (SD)
Knowledge & Lifestyle (HD)
Knowledge & Lifestyle (SD)
Kids (HD)
Kids (SD)
Sports (HD)
Sports (SD)
News (HD)
Spiritual (SD)
Which Pack Should You Choose?
Choose Tamil Thalaiva HDS — ₹315/month if: you mainly watch Sun TV, Star Vijay and Jaya TV in HD, are on a budget, and are okay with Zee Tamil / Colors Tamil / Vijay Super in SD quality.
Choose Tamil Thalaiva HD New — ₹389/month if: you want maximum Tamil HD channels, watch Colors Tamil, Zee Tamil, Vijay Super, or Star Sports Tamil in HD, or have a large screen TV where the HD picture quality makes a visible difference.
Tamil Pack FAQ
What is the difference between Tamil Thalaiva HDS and Tamil Thalaiva HD New?
Tamil Thalaiva HDS costs ₹315/month (all-in) with 65 channels — 11 in HD. Tamil Thalaiva HD New costs ₹389/month (all-in) with 67 channels — 24 in HD, more than double the HD channels. Key upgrades in HD New: Colors Tamil HD, Vijay Super HD, Zee Tamil HD, KTV HD, Zee Thirai HD, Nick HD+, and Star Sports Tamil HD.
Is Sun TV available in HD on both Tamil Thalaiva packs?
Yes. Sun TV HD is included in both Tamil Thalaiva HDS and Tamil Thalaiva HD New packs.
Does Tamil Thalaiva HDS include Zee Tamil?
Zee Tamil is available in SD (not HD) in the Tamil Thalaiva HDS pack. If you want Zee Tamil HD, you need the Tamil Thalaiva HD New pack.
Are Tamil news channels included in these packs?
Yes. Both packs include Sun News, News18 Tamil Nadu, Raj News Tamil, Seithigal TV and other news channels in SD. Neither pack includes a Tamil news channel in HD at this tier.
What is the Network Capacity Fee for Tata Play?
Tata Play charges a Network Capacity Fee (NCF) of ₹120/month in addition to your pack price. Tamil Thalaiva HDS: ₹195 pack + ₹120 NCF = ₹315/month total. Tamil Thalaiva HD New: ₹270 pack + ₹120 NCF (rounded) = ₹389/month total. These are the exact all-in monthly charges — no other hidden fees.
Can I add more Tamil channels to these packs?
Yes. You can add individual channels to any base pack using Tata Play's à-la-carte system. Channels like Kalaignar TV HD, Puthiya Thalaimurai HD, and others can be added for ₹5–25/channel/month via the Tata Play app.
Which Tamil pack is best for a family in Tamil Nadu?
For most Tamil Nadu families, Tamil Thalaiva HD New (₹389/month all-in) is the best choice — it gives all major Tamil channels in HD including Colors Tamil HD, Zee Tamil HD, Vijay Super HD. The extra ₹74/month over HDS (₹315/month) is worth it for the HD picture quality on 13 additional channels.
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