Maaman is a 2025 Indian Tamil-language family drama directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj and produced by K. Kumar under Lark Studios. The film features Soori as Inba, a devoted uncle whose life centres around his nephew, Nilan. Aishwarya Lekshmi portrays Dr. Rekha, Inba’s wife, who struggles to find her place in a family where Nilan’s attachment to Inba creates tension. The ensemble cast includes Rajkiran as Singarayar, Swasika as Girija, Bala Saravanan as Selvam, Baba Bhaskar as Ravi, Viji Chandrasekhar as Pavunu, Nikhila Sankar as Anitha, and Geetha Kailasam as Inba and Girija’s mother.
The film’s music is composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab, marking his Tamil debut. The soundtrack includes six songs, with singles like “Kallaliye Kallaliye” and “Vizhuthe Thalavizhuthe” released prior to the film’s premiere.
Released theatrically on May 16, 2025, Maaman received mixed reviews. Critics noted that while the film touches on themes of familial bonds and emotional boundaries, it often defaults to melodrama without deeply exploring these themes. The Times of India rated it 2.5 out of 5, stating that the film “rarely commits to exploring [its themes] with any real depth.”
Despite critical reception, the film resonated with audiences, particularly for its portrayal of family dynamics. Actor Soori expressed gratitude for the support, highlighting that families across Tamil Nadu attended screenings together, often leaving the theatre emotionally moved.
