Maara
When Paaru sees a fairy tale she heard from from a stranger as a child painted across the walls of a costal town, she goes in search of the man who painted it - Maara.
Directed by Dhilip Kumar · Drama · 150 min · 2021
Director
Dhilip Kumar
Writer
Bipin, Dhilip Kumar
Studio
Pramod Films
Release
2021-01-08
Runtime
150 min
Genres
Drama
Full Plot
A restoration architect takes a job in a small Kerala village, seeking refuge from a arranged marriage. She discovers a local artist's house filled with art and artefacts, which leads her to learn about his life and the story behind a series of sketches depicting a dramatic event involving a thief and a woman on the verge of self-harm. As she delves deeper into Maara's past, she uncovers a complex web of relationships and events that ultimately lead to his heroic intervention.
Cast & Characters
Kani
Sshivada
Velayya
Mouli
Thief
Alexander Babu
young Maara
Minon John
Young Maara
Minon
Velayya
Moulee
Did You Know?
R. Madhavan appears in 7 films in our catalog, including Anbe Sivam, Irudhi Suttru.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Suganth, editor-in-chief of The Times of India gave 3 out of 5 stars stating "The additional focus on this track results in an increased running time, and also takes the spotlight away from the Paru-Maara romance, leading to an ending that doesn’t leave you on a high that the initial moments promised.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
In June 2018, Pramod Films announced that they would make the film under the title of Maara with director Dhilip Kumar (of Kalki fame) signed on to replace Vijay.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Maara holds 6.8/10 on TMDb (29 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
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (6.8/10 on TMDb (29 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maara's IMDb rating?+
Maara has a 7.5/10 rating on IMDb from 4,250 votes.
Is Maara good? What are critics saying?+
Maara holds 6.8/10 on TMDb (29 votes). (OMDb had no record for this title — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is Maara?+
Maara has a runtime of 150 min.
Who directed Maara?+
Maara was directed by Dhilip Kumar.
Where can I watch Maara?+
Maara is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Prime Video, ManoramaMax, VI movies and tv, ManoramaMAX Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie "Maara" received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its ability to balance faithfulness to the original material with its own unique take. While some found the ending to be disappointing, many appreciated the film's aesthetic and performances, particularly Madhavan and Shraddha Srinath. Overall, opinions were divided between those who enjoyed the film's charm and those who found it lacking in certain areas.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
