Madharaasi is a 2025 Tamil-language psychological action thriller directed by A.R. Murugadoss and starring Sivakarthikeyan, Rukmini Vasanth, and Vidyut Jammwal. The film follows Raghu, an ordinary man pulled into a violent gun-smuggling syndicate operating along the Tamil Nadu border. As the story unfolds, Raghu’s fractured psyche—hinting at split personality disorder—adds a chilling layer to his descent into chaos, blurring the line between heroism and madness.

The film blends intense action with emotional depth, exploring themes of love, revenge, and identity. Rukmini Vasanth plays Malathy, Raghu’s love interest, whose fate becomes the catalyst for his transformation. Murugadoss’s direction is marked by high-stakes drama and stylized sequences, supported by Anirudh Ravichander’s gripping background score.

Critics and audiences have praised Sivakarthikeyan’s bold shift from his usual comedic roles to a darker, more layered character. The film’s visuals, action choreography, and ensemble cast elevate its commercial appeal, though some viewers found the second half less compelling.