Kamal Haasan praises Fahadh Faasil Maareesan

Fahadh Faasil known for his versatile performances generated interest with his upcoming project Maareesan. The film which starred Vadivelu in important role under the direction of Sudheesh Shankar released on 25 July 2025.

After watching the film, Universal Hero, Kamal Haasan showered praises on Fahadh Faasil and Maareesan. He posted "Watched Maareesan - a film that dances effortlessly between wit and depth, leaving me laughing, thinking, and admiring its craft. Had a wonderful conversation with the team to congratulate them on this delightful creation.Beneath its humour lies a socially conscious lens on human emotion and a keen gaze at the darker shadows of our society.The kind of inventive, spirited cinema I naturally gravitate towards - both as viewer and creator."

Maareesan has music tuned by Yuvan Shankar Raja and cinematography handled by  Kalaiselvan Sivaji . Maareesan is all about Dhaya (Fahadh), a thief, who sets out on a journey with Velayudham (Vadivelu), who has Alzheimer's disease, intending to loot him.