The 2022 film , an action thriller originally in Tamil, was officially dubbed in Hindi by Goldmines Telefilms and is available on streaming and television platforms . It marks the first time real-life father and son, Vikram and Dhruv Vikram , star together in lead roles. Movie Profile: Mahaan (2022) Director: Karthik Subbaraj
The plot follows (Vikram), a commerce teacher born into a family of staunch Gandhians who have forced him to live a life of strict abstinence. On his 40th birthday, feeling stifled by these expectations, Gandhi decides to experience "freedom" for a single night—drinking and gambling with childhood friends. This one night of rebellion leads his wife, Naachi (Simran), to abandon him with their young son.
The movie "Mahaan" tells the story of a small-time thief named Mahan (played by Vijay), who lives in a rural village in Tamil Nadu. Mahan is a loyal and honest individual who is loved by the villagers, but his life takes a dramatic turn when he is forced to confront a ruthless and cunning politician named Udhaya (played by Suriya). Udhaya, who is determined to become a powerful leader, begins to terrorize the village and its people, using his influence and wealth to crush anyone who opposes him.
Vikram is known as a chameleon in Indian cinema. In Mahaan , he showcases two distinct avatars—the modest, khadi-wearing school teacher and the flashy, sunglasses-donning liquor baron. His ability to switch between these two personas effortlessly is a masterclass in acting. For Hindi audiences who loved him in films like Aparichit (Anniyan) and more recently in Ponniyin Selvan , Mahaan is a reminder of his versatility.
