Thaai Kizhavi

Thaai Kizhavi is director Sivakumar Murugesan's debut, following an elderly, feared and respected moneylender in a village near Madurai whose serious illness brings her long estranged sons and extended family back together. The film is produced by prominent Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan and stars Radikaa Sarathkumar in the lead. It opened on February 27, 2026, and passed 100 million rupees in its opening weekend. Reviews were generally positive; The Hindu called it "a comedy full of laughs that surprises you at every step," with critics particularly praising Sarathkumar's performance. Who it's for: anyone curious about a new Tamil comedy drama, produced by a prominent actor, where an elderly moneylender's illness brings her family back together. Who it's not for: viewers wanting an urban, modern family story, since the film is set in a rural village.