Madharaasi movie trailer released on August 24, 2025 and fans are going crazy. Directed by A.R. Murugadoss and starring Sivakarthikeyan, Rukmini Vasanth, Vidyut Jammwal, Biju Menon, Vikranth, Shabeer Kallarakkal, the film is produced by Sri Lakshmi Movies and will be released worldwide on September 5, 2025. With Anirudh Ravichander’s music, the 2 minute 17 second trailer has action, emotions and suspense in equal measure and marks a new avatar for Sivakarthikeyan and a big comeback for Murugadoss in Tamil cinema. Here’s what the trailer has got everyone talking about, based on reports from Times of India, Filmibeat and Only Kollywood.
Madharaasi: A Peek into a High-Stakes Thriller
The movie trailer starts with a beautiful line from Rukmini Vasanth’s character about loving others as you love yourself and sets the emotional tone before diving into the action. Sivakarthikeyan is a man with a rare mental condition who is caught in a chase with 6 trucks full of illegal arms heading towards the city. The story revolves around a love story that makes him take extreme decisions as he risks everything to save his girlfriend from danger. Vidyut Jammwal is chilling as the villain with a killer line - “Whoever has the gun, he will be the villain” - a line which is similar to Murugadoss’ Thuppakki, where Jammwal played the villain. The trailer feels like a mix of Ghajini’s emotional depth and Thuppakki’s action. As Murugadoss himself said in an interview.
The visuals are gritty and intense and Sivakarthikeyan looks fierce in a new avatar far from his usual charming roles. Fans are loving his different looks and stunts, especially the bridge jump shot without a rope or body double. Rukmini Vasanth’s character brings emotional weight and the ensemble cast looks strong. The trailer’s editing and scale is tight and grand and promises a film that balances action and emotions.
Technical Brilliance and Anirudh’s Magic
Anirudh’s music is a game changer, the background score is so intense and stays with you. The second single, Vazhiyiraen, released on August 23rd 2025, with lyrics by Vignesh Shivan, is already a romantic hit in the making. Sudeep Elamon’s cinematography captures the raw energy of Chennai and Pondicherry streets. A. Sreekar Prasad’s editing is sharp and engaging. Kevin Kumar’s action choreography is top notch, the sequences look stylish and visceral. The trailer is polished, produced by Sri Lakshmi Movies and has visual effects by Knack Studios, Phantom FX and BeastBells.
What’s Got Fans Hyped
The trailer has created huge buzz, fans are loving the stylish cut and calling it a “blockbuster” for Murugadoss, who is looking for a comeback after the mixed response to his Hindi film Sikandar. Sivakarthikeyan’s action avatar and Anirudh’s fresh BGM have been the talking points. Some see hints of Murugadoss’ cinematic universe with subtle nods to Thuppakki and Kaththi, but nothing is confirmed. The action scenes, like a police chase and Sivakarthikeyan’s high risk stunts, have fans excited for a “mass” theatrical experience. The audio and trailer launch event at Sai Ram College, Chennai, on August 24, 2025, has added to the hype. The first single, Salambala, is already a fan favorite. With dubbed versions in Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi (titled Dil Madharaasi) and streaming rights with Amazon Prime Video and Zee Tamil, the film’s pan India appeal is clear.
A Few Worries
The trailer is looking very good, but some fans are worried because it was posted in Junglee Music’s smaller channel instead of a big channel like Sony or T-Series. Some are concerned that the dark look and complicated story won’t work if the script is not good, especially since Murugadoss has had some hits and flops recently. But the trailer and Sivakarthikeyan’s performance have many thinking it will be a hit.
Why It’s a Big Deal
Madharaasi is a big film for Sivakarthikeyan after Amaran. He is playing a darker and more intense character. The trailer is a mix of excitement and emotions. Murugadoss is combining his action style with a love story. The amazing cast, Anirudh’s music and high technical values makes this one of the most expected Tamil films of 2025. The trailer has everything to be a hit, Sivakarthikeyan and Rukmini Vasanth’s love story and Vidyut Jammwal’s fight scene.
Madharaasi trailer is an exciting and stylish teaser that has action, emotions and star value. Sivakarthikeyan’s new look, Murugadoss’ bold ideas and Anirudh’s music makes this a film that action thriller fans can’t afford to miss. Some are a bit worried the film might not live up to the trailer, but it has all the elements of a good film. Mark your calendar for September 5th! It’s going to be an exciting and emotional day.