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Maamannan(2023)

6.5/10
Tamil156 mins

Maamannan (2023) is a 156-minute Tamil film directed by Mari Selvaraj. Starring Madhan Kumar Dhakshinamoorthy, Udhayanidhi Stalin and Mari Selvaraj. With an audience rating of 6.5/10, Maamannan stands as one of the notable Tamil releases of 2023.

Director:Mari Selvaraj
Mood:
darkemotionalintense
Where to watch:
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Quick Facts

Theatrical Release
29 June 2023
Director
Mari Selvaraj
Language
Tamil
Runtime
2h 36m
GudVibe Rating
6.5/10

Storyline

A father and son from a marginalized community serve as an MLA and his assistant. They face relentless pressure and humiliation from a powerful, arrogant political heir. The conflict forces them to find the courage to stand up and fight for their dignity against his oppression.

A family fights back against a powerful bully.

Film Details

6.5Rating
156Minutes
TamilLanguage
UACertificate
Release Date29 June 2023
Also Known AsMaamanan · Mamannan · Mamanan · Nayakudu

Parental Guide

Violence
High
Language
Moderate
Sex / Nudity
Moderate
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
High

Vibe & Tags

Mood
darkemotionalintense
Themes
corruptionjusticeidentityfamily
Tonegritty
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence4
Emotion5
Humor1
Rewatchability3

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

  • The film's title 'Maamannan' is a respectful Tamil term meaning 'uncle', often used to address elders from oppressed communities.
  • Director Mari Selvaraj included a real-life elephant named Chinna Thambi, known for its gentle nature, as a symbolic character in the story.
  • Actor Vadivelu, known for comedy, made a powerful comeback in a serious dramatic role after a long break from cinema.
  • The film subtly references the 1995 Kilvenmani massacre, a real historical event involving caste violence in Tamil Nadu.
  • Composer A.R. Rahman recorded the song 'Nenjame' live with a 100-member orchestra in Budapest, Hungary.
  • Fahadh Faasil prepared for his villain role by observing the body language and style of certain political figures in South India.
  • The movie was shot extensively in and around Madurai to capture the authentic rural landscape and atmosphere.

Notable Collaborations

Frequent partnerships reunited in Maamannan

Maamannan-Opposition Chief22 films
Maamannan-Original Music Composer13 films
Original Music Composer-Opposition Chief8 films
Maamannan-Sindhanai Rajan2 films
Shanmugavel-Opposition Chief2 films
Sindhanai Rajan-Veerayi2 films

Frequently Asked Questions