Maamanithan
A humble auto driver is forced to go on the run, leaving his wife and two kids behind, after being cheated by a fraudster. Will he be able to save his family.
Directed by Seenu Ramasamy · Drama · 122 min · 2022
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Director
Seenu Ramasamy
Writer
Seenu Ramasamy
Studio
YSR Films
Release
2022-06-23
Runtime
122 min
Genres
Drama
Full Plot
A humble auto driver named Krishna lives a simple life with his family until an unexpected turn of events sets him on a path of love and redemption. He falls for Savithri, but their social differences pose a challenge. With the help of friends, Krishna navigates obstacles to win her heart and secure a better future for them. Their journey ultimately leads to marriage and a brighter future.
Cast & Characters
Gayathrie Shankar
Mathavan Amma
KPAC Lalitha
Philomi
Jewel Mary
Christy, Philomy's Daughter
Anikha Surendran
Savithri's brother
Ragu Aditya
Mani, Radhakrishnan's friend in Kerala
Manikandan R. Achari
Nithya, Radhakrishnan's daughter (young age)
Manasvi Kottachi
Radhakrishnan's friend in Kerala
Saravana Sakthi
house owner
A. Govindamoorthy
Did You Know?
Seenu Ramasamy has directed 6 films in our catalog, including Neerparavai, Kanne Kalaimaane.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Vijay Sethupathi appears in 52 films in our catalog, including Sundarapandian, Kavan.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Srivatsan S of The Hindu after reviewing the film wrote "Maamanithan is that script where both Sethupathi and Gayathrie do more for the film than what it does to them.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Maamanithan holds 5.0/10 on TMDb (3 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 5, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (5.0/10 on TMDb (3 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maamanithan's IMDb rating?+
Maamanithan has a 6.5/10 rating on IMDb from 743 votes.
Is Maamanithan good? What are critics saying?+
Maamanithan holds 5.0/10 on TMDb (3 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is Maamanithan?+
Maamanithan has a runtime of 122 min.
Who directed Maamanithan?+
Maamanithan was directed by Seenu Ramasamy.
Where can I watch Maamanithan?+
Maamanithan is available to stream, rent, or buy on aha, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Maamanithan received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the film for its honest storytelling and character-driven drama, others found it lacking in novelty and entertainment value. The movie was singled out for its strong performances by lead actors Vijay Sethupathi and Gayathrie, but some felt that the story failed to engage due to a lack of central dramatic focus.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
