Prageeth Sivan

Maaman (2025) is…well, it’s not your average family drama, that’s for sure. The film dives right into the messy reality of modern-day relationships, wrapped up in a story that’s equal parts hilarious and painfully real. Prageeth Sivan plays the main dude, caught in a whirlwind of family expectations, awkward reunions, and one of those classic “my life is falling apart but nobody else notices” moments. You know the type—his job’s teetering, his love life is a disaster, and on top of it all, his overbearing relatives just keep turning up at the worst possible times. The story really pops thanks to some killer dialogue and a cast that doesn’t hold back. There’s this big, boisterous wedding scene about halfway through that honestly deserves its own movie—chaos, secrets, old flames, the works. Maaman isn’t just about laughs though; it gets under your skin with questions about loyalty, compromise, and how far you’d go to keep your family together, even when you’re dying to run for the hills. Visually, it’s got this vibrant palette, with music that swings between bouncy pop and moody instrumentals. The director isn’t afraid to linger on the small moments—awkward silences at dinner, those little glances that say more than words ever could. By the end, you’re left wondering if any family is truly “normal.” Honestly, it’s messy, heartfelt, and—if you’ve ever survived a family gathering—you’ll probably see a bit of yourself in it.