Lokesh Kanagaraj hails Soori’s rise in Tamil cinema at 'Maaman' audio launch

'Maaman' is an upcoming Tamil family drama starring Soori in the lead role. Directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj, the film promises a heartwarming rural tale packed with emotion, humour, and strong performances. At the audio launch of 'Maaman', acclaimed director Lokesh Kanagaraj expressed his admiration for actor Soori’s meteoric rise in Tamil cinema. Lokesh Kanagaraj remarked that Soori has become such a dependable actor that nearly half of the scripts he receives are written with Soori in mind.Highlighting Soori’s impressive journey from comedian to lead actor, Lokesh Kanagaraj added that his growth is not only inspiring but also a source of joy for those around him. “What’s beautiful is that no one envies him everyone celebrates his success. That’s what real growth looks like,” he said.'Maaman' set for May 16 release with a stellar ensemble cast'Maaman', in which Soori takes on the lead role, is set for theatrical release on May 16. The film is written and directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj and features a stellar ensemble cast including Aishwarya Lekshmi, Rajkiran, Swasika, Geetha Kailasam, Viji Chandrasekhar, Nikhila Sankar, and Bala Saravanan. Music for the film is composed by Hesham Abdul Wahab. Lokesh Kanagaraj, who watched the trailer just two days before the event, said the film promises to be a strong commercial success with its blend of emotion, humour, and family appeal.Soori: Wanted to star in a lighthearted family entertainerActor Soori also spoke at the event, revealing his intent to shift gears after a string of emotionally intense roles in 'Garudan', 'Viduthalai', and 'Kottukkaali'. Wanting to explore something lighthearted, he sought a suitable story but struggled to find one that resonated. Eventually, during a conversation with longtime friend Prasanth Pandiyaraj, Soori shared one of his own story ideas. Impressed by it, Prasanth developed it into 'Maaman', which now marks Soori’s next milestone as a lead actor.Anticipation builds as 'Maaman' trailer receives positive responseThe recently released trailer has significantly boosted audience expectations. The audio launch was a star-studded affair, attended by directors Mari Selvaraj and Lokesh Kanagaraj, along with key cast members Aishwarya Lekshmi, Swasika, and Viji Chandrasekhar. The event underscored the excitement building around 'Maaman' as a wholesome family entertainer.