Mahaan
Gandhi Mahaan, a school teacher, is abandoned by his family after he decides to live a life of his own, with personal freedom.
Directed by Karthik Subbaraj · Crime · Action · Drama · 2022
Director
Karthik Subbaraj
Writer
Karthik Subbaraj
Studio
Seven Screen Studio
Release
2022
Genres
Crime, Action, Drama
Full Plot
A middle-aged man, once a strict liquor-ban activist, is forced to confront his own past when he reconnects with an old friend who now owns a bar. The two men's lives become intertwined as they team up to sell a liquor brand, forcing Gandhi to reevaluate his principles and morals. Along the way, he must also navigate his complicated relationships and find a new sense of purpose.
Cast & Characters
Lead
Dhruv Vikram
Supporting
Sananth Reddy
Young Gandhi Mahaan
Raghavan
Young Dadabhai Naoroji
Akshath Das
Young Gnanam
Sembaruthi Sanjay
Manickam, Gandhi's friend
Ramachandran Durairaj
Rajavel, Naachiyaar's father
Gajaraj
Thilagu Soosaiyappan, Sathyavan's wife
Subatra Robert
Did You Know?
Karthik Subbaraj has directed 8 films in our catalog, including Pizza, Jigarthanda.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Vikram appears in 32 films in our catalog, including I, Kadhal Sadugudu.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
M Suganth of The Times of India gave 3.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
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Ratings as of August 2, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mahaan's IMDb rating?+
Mahaan has a 7.6/10 rating on IMDb from 18,076 votes.
Is Mahaan good? What are critics saying?+
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Who directed Mahaan?+
Mahaan was directed by Karthik Subbaraj.
Where can I watch Mahaan?+
Mahaan is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Mahaan received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising the film's performances, particularly Vikram's, while others found it self-indulgent and lacking in emotional depth. The film's direction was also criticized for struggling to balance its themes and tone. Overall, opinions were divided on the film's impact and effectiveness.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
