Mandaadi

Mandaadi is an action drama centered on Muthukaali, a fisherman from the coast of Tamil Nadu. During a festival, he serves as the leader of a six-person crew in traditional sailing boat races. Using his expertise regarding the ocean, wind, and water, he guides his team through competitions against rival crews while dealing with personal struggles and challenges on the water. The story explores themes of identity, pride, survival, and redemption.

The film was directed by Mathimaran Pugazhendhi, who also co-wrote the screenplay alongside R. Mohanavasanthan and Thiral Sankar. Produced by Elred Kumar through R S Infotainment, the production featured a credited crew of 54 people. The main cast includes Soori in the role of Muthukaali and Suhas as Saattapuli Puli. Released on September 10, 2026, the movie has a runtime of 153 minutes. Based on a small number of votes, it holds a rating of 8/10 on TMDB.