Maasi(2012)
Maasi is a 2012 Tamil-language action film written and directed by G. Kicha. The film stars Arjun Sarja as the titular police officer, with Archana Gupta, Pradeep Rawat, and Kota Srinivasa Rao in supporting roles. The story follows Maasi, an honest cop caught between two warring gangsters in a corrupt city. After gangsters murder his wife and mother, Maasi quits the police force and embarks on a violent revenge mission. The film is noted for its raw action sequences and emotional weight centered on family loss. Produced by Kovai Mani with music composed by Dhina, Maasi was released in theatres in 2012.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 16 March 2012
- Director
- G. Kicha
- Language
- Tamil
- Runtime
- 2h 10m
- Rating
- 7.5/10
Storyline
An honest police officer named Maasi loses his wife and mother when gangsters attack his home. Devastated and furious, he quits the force and hunts down the two rival gang leaders responsible. He must fight alone against a corrupt system that protects the criminals.
“A cop. A father. A killer.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Maasi
Cast reunions in this film: Pradeep Rawat & Kota Srinivasa Rao (6 films together), Ponnambalam & Mayilsamy (5 films together), Mayilsamy & Kalairani (4 films together), Arjun & Anal Arasu (3 films together), Arjun & Mayilsamy (3 films together), and Kota Srinivasa Rao & Ponnambalam (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Maasi' refers to a Tamil month, but it was also the original title of Arjun's 1993 film 'Muthu Kaalai'.
- Director G. Kicha had previously worked as an associate director for films starring Arjun, like 'Jai Hind'.
- This was one of the few films where actress Meenakshi Dixit, known for Telugu roles, appeared in a Tamil movie.
- The movie's climax was shot extensively in and around a large, abandoned factory set to create a gritty atmosphere.
- Despite being an action film, it had a delayed release in some regions, arriving over a year after its initial filming wrapped.
- Arjun performed many of his own stunts, a common practice for him, including a high-speed bike chase sequence.
- The film's soundtrack by Srikanth Deva included a remix of an old Ilaiyaraaja tune, which sparked some discussion among fans.