Maayanadhi () is a 2020 Indian Tamil language drama film written, produced, and directed by Ashok Thiagarajan in his directorial debut. The film stars Venba, Aadukalam Naren, Abi Saravanan and Appukutty in the lead roles. The music was composed by Bhavatharini with cinematography by Srinivas Devamsam and editing by Gopi Krishna. The film released on 31 January 2020.
Cast
Venba as Kousalya
Aadukalam Naren as Kowsalya's father
Abi Saravanan as Senthil
Appukutty as Mani
Thamizh Venkat as Kowsalya's uncle
Kantharaj as Jayachandran
Durga Venugopal as Headmistress Martina
Rudhran as Vanakkar
Sivaprakasam as Senthil's father
Vijayasri as Malini Miss
Production
This project was officially launched in February 2018, Ashok Thiagarajan is making his debut as the Director and producer of the venture, under his newly established Raji Nila Mukil Films (RNM FILMS) Productions banner. Actors include Venba, Abi Saravanan and Aadukalam Naren, with Appukutty signed to play the lead role.
Bhavatharani was selected as music director. Meanwhile, Srinivas Devamsam, Gopi Krishna, and Mayil Krishnan was signed as cinematographer, editor, and art director respectively for this film.
Maayanadhi planning to release on 31 January 2020.
Soundtrack
Soundtrack was composed by Bhavatharini. Yuvan Shankar Raja and Ameer attended the audio launch as chief guests. Ganja Paarvai - Senthildas, Priyanka Mayil Iragu - Priya Mali Yaavum Ingu - Srisha
Release
The Times of India gave the film two out of five stars and stated that "A better script would have helped them [the cast of the film] more". The Asian Age gave the film two-and-a-half out of five stars and wrote that " A taut narration and a little more coherence would have enhanced the film".