'Mareesan' movie review: Road film rides unsteadily on cliches
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Deccan Herald
26-07-2025
- Deccan Herald
'Mareesan' movie review: Road film rides unsteadily on cliches
'Mareesan' is a road movie about an Alzheimer's patient who is rescued from captivity by a small-time thief, whose true motive is to extort money from the old man.
Time of India
24-07-2025
- Time of India
Kamal Haasan applauds Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu's ‘Maareesan': A witty, socially sharp film that left him impressed
The film 'Maareesan,' directed by renowned director Sudheesh Shankar, is set to hit the theaters tomorrow (Jul 25). Starring Vadivelu , Fahadh Faasil , Kovai Sarala , and others, the film chronicles the life journey of a man mixed with comedy. Kamal Haasan , who has seen the film in advance through a special screening, shared his review for the film on his X page. Kamal Haasan's review for 'Maareesan' "Watched Maareesan—a film that dances effortlessly between wit and depth, leaving me laughing, thinking, and admiring its craft. Had a wonderful conversation with the team to congratulate them on this delightful creation. Beneath its humor lies a socially conscious lens on human emotion and a keen gaze at the darker shadows of our society. The kind of inventive, spirited cinema I naturally gravitate towards—both as viewer and creator," wrote Kamal Haasan to give a shout-out for 'Maareesan'. Kamal Haasan's praise lifts fan expectations Kamal Haasan's post praising the film 'Mareesan' has further increased the expectations among the fans. "If Fahadh chooses a script, it will be different. Now that even Kamal Haasan has praised it, this film is definitely on another level!" fans are sharing on social media. Netizens are also making fun of Kamal Haasan for writing a review in English since he was mostly writing in Tamil. 'Maareesan' set for massive opening There is great anticipation among fans for 'Maareesan' as Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu reunite after 'Maamannan.' Expectations are high for the film in Kerala too. While Tamil Nadu is celebrating it as a Vadivelu film, Kerala is seeing it as a Fahadh Faasil film, and the film is positioned to open well in both states.
Time of India
16-07-2025
- Time of India
Censor Board clears Fahadh Faasil, Vadivelu's travel thriller 'Mareesan' for release with U/A certificate
The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has now cleared director Sudeesh Shankar's eagerly awaited travel thriller, 'Mareesan', featuring Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu in the lead, for release with a U/A certificate. The film has triggered huge expectations as this is the second film that both actors, who are highly rated for their acting skills, are working together. The first film that they worked on together was Mari Selvaraj's socio-political drama 'Maamanan', which was not only a superhit but was also critically acclaimed. One other reason why 'Mareesan' has raised expectations-- not just among fans and film buffs but also industry insiders -- is that this film will be the 98th film of Super Good Films, a production house that is known for having produced several quality films and for having introduced several iconic directors of the Tamil film industry. Samantha Ruth Prabhu's 'Yashoda' gets U/A certification from CBFC A trailer of the film that was released recently by the makers has only gone on to add to the excitement of fans. The trailer gives away the fact that Fahadh Faasil plays a thief who is looking for his next victim. He happens to notice Vadivelu, an Alzheimer's patient, withdrawing a lump sum of cash. Vadivelu, who knows his memory is failing, decides he will go to a friend's place in Thiruvannamalai. Fahadh, seeing an opportunity to steal the money that Vadivelu has, offers to drop him there on his motorcycle. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Offer Valid for the First 100 Bookings Only Birla Estates Learn More Undo As the two begin to undertake the long journey, things change. What happens then is what the film is all about. Apart from Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu, the film will also feature a host of actors including Vivek Prasanna, Renuka and Sithara among others. V Krishnamurthi has not only penned the story, screenplay and dialogues of this film but has also worked in it as its creative director. Music for the film is by Yuvan Shankar Raja and cinematography is by Kalaiselvan Sivaji. Sreejith Sarang has been roped in as the film's editor and art direction has been handled by Mahendran. The film is scheduled to hit screens on July 25 this year.
