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MRMaareesan (2025), directed by Sudheesh Sankar, is a Tamil-language drama thriller starring Vadivelu and Fahadh Faasil in lead roles. The film follows Dhayalan (Fahadh Faasil), a small-time thief recently released from prison, who attempts to rob Velayudham Pillai (Vadivelu), an elderly man with Alzheimer’s disease restrained by his family for his own safety. What begins as a simple robbery turns into an unusual road trip across Tamil Nadu, leading to unexpected twists and a complex, evolving bond between the two.
The title draws inspiration from Maricha in the Ramayana, symbolizing deception and hidden motives, which reflects the film’s underlying themes. While Vadivelu and Fahadh Faasil deliver widely praised, standout performances, the film is held back by uneven pacing and an extended runtime. Despite positive word-of-mouth, especially for the acting, Maareesan struggled to perform well at the box office.
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