Lokesh Kanagaraj praises Soori’s success at Maaman launch

Soori stars in the upcoming Tamil family drama Maaman, set for release on May 16, and directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj. At the film’s audio launch, director Lokesh Kanagaraj praised Soori’s remarkable journey in Tamil cinema, noting his widespread appeal. Lokesh highlighted that Soori has become such a dependable actor that many scripts are now written with him in mind.

Soori, who is known for his comedic roles, sought to take on a lighter, family-friendly character after a series of intense performances in films like Garudan, Viduthalai, and Kottukkaali. This desire led him to Maaman, a film that blends emotion, humor, and strong performances. The recently released trailer has generated a lot of positive buzz, increasing anticipation for the film’s release.

Lokesh Kanagaraj spoke about Soori’s inspiring growth, saying that his success is celebrated by everyone around him, which is a true testament to his journey. What’s beautiful is that no one envies him; everyone celebrates his success. That’s what real growth looks like, Lokesh remarked.

The film’s ensemble cast includes Aishwarya Lekshmi, Rajkiran, Swasika, and others, with music composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab. Soori, during the event, shared how he collaborated with Prasanth on the story idea, which eventually led to Maaman. With a strong commercial appeal, the film is expected to strike a chord with audiences seeking a wholesome family entertainer.