Vaazhai
A twelve-year-old boy, Sivanandhan, his mother, sister, and friend navigate life's challenges, where a plantain tree, Vaazhai, becomes a central presence.
Directed by Mari Selvaraj · Drama · 134 min · 2024
Trailer
Director
Mari Selvaraj
Writer
Mari Selvaraj
Studio
Disney+ Hotstar / Navvi Studios / Farmer's Master Plan Production
Release
23 Aug 2024
Runtime
134 min
Genres
Drama
Full Plot
In rural Tamil Nadu, two adolescent friends Sivanaindhan and Sekar struggle with poverty and their responsibilities. When Sivanaindhan's mother asks him to work to repay a debt, he must choose between helping her and pursuing his own dreams. As the situation worsens, Sivanaindhan faces difficult decisions that test his loyalty and integrity.
Cast & Characters
Dhivya Dhuraisamy
JSK. Satish Kumar
Sivanaindhan
Ponvel M.
Sekar
Raghul R.
Poongodi
Nikhila Vimal
Sivanaindhan and Vembu's mother
Karnan Janaki
Vembu
Dhivya Duraisamy
Muthuraj
Pathmen
a trader
J. Satish Kumar
Did You Know?
Mari Selvaraj has directed 5 films in our catalog, including Karnan, Maamannan.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Dhivya Dhuraisamy appears in 3 films in our catalog, including Kuttram Kuttrame, Blue Star.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
The film, announced on 21 November 2022, was produced by director Mari Selvaraj and his wife Divya Mari Selvaraj under their home banner Navvi Studios.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
Vaazhai holds 7.7/10 on IMDb (4,990 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 2, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (7.7/10 on IMDb (4,990 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vaazhai's IMDb rating?+
Vaazhai has a 7.7/10 rating on IMDb from 4,990 votes.
Is Vaazhai good? What are critics saying?+
Vaazhai holds 7.7/10 on IMDb (4,990 votes).
How long is Vaazhai?+
Vaazhai has a runtime of 134 min.
Who directed Vaazhai?+
Vaazhai was directed by Mari Selvaraj.
Where can I watch Vaazhai?+
Vaazhai is available to stream, rent, or buy on Hulu, JioHotstar.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Vaazhai received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics, with many praising Director Mari Selvaraj's career-best film as a masterpiece. Several reviewers highlighted the film's thought-provoking themes, beautifully crafted characters, and meticulous direction. The consensus is that Vaazhai stands out in Mari Selvaraj's filmography as a heart-wrenching yet heartwarming tale.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
