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'Mandaadi’ director Mathimaran gets emotional with parents after film’s success

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'Mandaadi’ director Mathimaran gets emotional with parents after film’s success as Soori starrer crosses Rs 65 crore worldwide

The success of ‘Mandaadi’ has turned into a deeply personal celebration for director Mathimaran Pugazhendhi. After seeing the film receive strong support from audiences, the filmmaker shared an emotional moment with his parents.

The sight of Mathimaran embracing them, tears in his eyes, has touched many.

His parents were visibly moved by the response to their son’s film, blessing him and expressing their happiness at the recognition he has received.

‘Mandaadi’ earns strong response

‘Mandaadi,’ starring Soori in the lead, hit theatres on September 10 and has been receiving a positive response from audiences. Mahima Nambiar,

Sathyaraj

and

Suhas

are also part of the film, which explores the lives of fishermen through the backdrop of a competitive boat race.

The film has also earned praise from several prominent names in Tamil cinema, including Rajinikanth, Vetrimaaran and Sivakarthikeyan. The response has reportedly led to additional shows being added in theatres as audience interest continues.

‘Mandaadi’ crosses Rs 65 crore worldwide in 5 days

The latest update from the makers states that ‘Mandaadi’ has crossed Rs 65 crore worldwide. The film has also emerged as one of the biggest commercial successes of Soori’s career within a short period. There is growing discussion around the film potentially reaching the Rs 100 crore mark, although its final box-office performance will depend on its continued theatrical run. For Mathimaran, however, the numbers are only one part of the achievement.

The emotional moment with his parents offered a glimpse of what the film’s success means to the filmmaker who travelled from working as an assistant director to leading his own successful project.

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