Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu's Maareesan Now Streaming on OTT, a Slow Burn with Big Surprises

Maareesan movie brings together two huge talents, Fahadh Faasil and the legendary comedian Vadivelu. This is their second film together after the big hit Maamannan. People had high expectations for this one.

Maareesan OTT

The wait is over for movie lovers. The highly anticipated Tamil language film Maareesan is now available for streaming on Netflix from today, August 22.

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Maareesan Movie

Maareesan is not a typical masala film. It is a slow-burning thriller with elements of comedy and drama. The story is about a small-time thief named Dhayalan (Fahadh Faasil). He has just come out of jail and is looking for a big score. He breaks into a house and finds an old man, Velayudham Pillai (Vadivelu), chained to a window. The old man tells him he has Alzheimer’s disease.

Dhayalan, being the clever thief he is, sees a chance to steal from the old man. He finds out Velayudham has a lot of money in his bank account.

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So, Dhayalan tricks the old man and takes him on a road trip. He wants to get the ATM PIN from him. But during this journey, things change. Their relationship gets deeper. Dhayalan’s intentions also begin to change.

The first half of the film is all about this road trip. It moves at a relaxed pace. The chemistry between Fahadh Faasil and Vadivelu is the highlight. Vadivelu shows his talent for serious acting, moving away from his famous comedy roles. Fahadh Faasil, known for his grey characters, is excellent as the thief with a shifting heart. Their scenes together are full of small moments, humour, and a quiet sense of something big about to happen.

The film’s tone changes completely in the second half. A big twist at the interval reveals the real story. The film becomes a thriller. It deals with some serious social issues. This shift is where the movie gets both praise and criticism. Some people found the change in genre exciting. Others felt the second half was predictable and not as strong as the first. The movie’s handling of the sensitive crime it talks about has also been discussed.

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Yuvan Shankar Raja’s music is good and helps set the mood. The cinematography is also beautiful, showcasing the picturesque scenes of a road trip.

Overall, Marisaan is a unique film. It is not for those who like to watch action scenes right from the beginning. The film mainly rests on the two lead characters and their performances. Although the latter has some flaws, the excellent pairing of Fahadh Faisal and Vadivelu makes this film entertaining. If you like slow-paced dramas with strong performances and unpredictable storylines, Marisaan is a great choice to watch on Netflix this weekend.