Maamannan
The community that was exploited by the town's influential man, who completely rules due to the powerful backing of the authorities. A man collects evidence to flip him upside down when he was helpless to stop his endless torture.
Directed by Mari Selvaraj · Action · Drama · Thriller · 157 min · 2023
Trailer
Director
Mari Selvaraj
Writer
Mari Selvaraj
Studio
Red Giant Movies
Release
29 Jun 2023
Runtime
157 min
Genres
Action, Drama, Thriller
Full Plot
A Dalit MLA's son seeks justice against a rival politician from a dominant community after a traumatic childhood incident is triggered by their rivalry. The situation escalates into violence, with both sides resorting to force. A tense confrontation between the two men ends in chaos, leading to further retaliation and escalating tensions.
Cast & Characters
Rathnavelu
Fahadh Faasil
Maa. Athiveeran "Veera"
Udhayanidhi Stalin
young Veera
S. Surya
Shanmugavel
Sunil Reddy
Veerayi
Geetha Kailasam
Jyothi Rathnavelu
Raveena Ravi
Did You Know?
Mari Selvaraj has directed 5 films in our catalog, including Karnan, Bison: Kaalamaadan.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Vadivelu appears in 31 films in our catalog, including Thalai Nagaram, Eli.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
In July 2021, Udhayanidhi Stalin was reported to do a film with Mari Selvaraj, and it would be his last before he quit acting.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Maamannan holds 6.7/10 on IMDb (6,297 votes), 60% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 2, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (6.7/10 on IMDb (6,297 votes), 60% on Rotten Tomatoes), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maamannan's Rotten Tomatoes score?+
Maamannan holds a 60% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes.
What is Maamannan's IMDb rating?+
Maamannan has a 6.7/10 rating on IMDb from 6,297 votes.
Is Maamannan good? What are critics saying?+
Maamannan holds 6.7/10 on IMDb (6,297 votes), 60% on Rotten Tomatoes.
How long is Maamannan?+
Maamannan has a runtime of 157 min.
Who directed Maamannan?+
Maamannan was directed by Mari Selvaraj.
Where can I watch Maamannan?+
Maamannan is available to stream, rent, or buy on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Maamannan received a mixed response from critics, with some praising its lead cast's performances and tackling of important social issues, while others found it underwhelming and lacking in substance. The film's director, Mari Selvaraj, was singled out for his potential to redefine Kollywood's approach to caste discussions. Overall, the critical reception suggests a balance between positive and negative opinions about the movie's impact and execution.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
