Vaathi

Set in the 1990s, this Indian action drama follows a mathematics teaching assistant who dedicates himself to improving the lives of students from disadvantaged backgrounds. He faces significant obstacles as he navigates the complex political landscape surrounding the education system to ensure these pupils receive the help they need.

Directed by Venky Atluri, this was the first of three films he directed by 2026. The movie stars Dhanush in the lead role as Balamurugan, appearing alongside Samyuktha, Sai Kumar, Samuthirakani, Tanikella Bharani, and Kumar Kasaaram. The screenplay was a collaborative effort between Atluri, K. N. Vijayakumar, and Venkatesh Mohan, with production handled by Sithara Entertainments, Fortune Four Cinemas, and Srikara Studios.

The film has been generally well received by viewers. On IMDb, it holds a 7.3 rating based on 12,000 votes, while on TMDB it has a rating of 6.8 from 35 votes.