Manu Needhi is a 2000 Indian Tamil-language drama film directed by Thambi Ramaiah.
The film stars Murali and Prathyusha, with Vadivelu, Napoleon, and Nassar playing supporting roles.
The movie features music by Deva, cinematography by B. Balamurugan, and editing by Pazhanivel.
Chinnakkannu lives in a village with his maternal uncle Vellaiyan, who raises him after his parents' death. When Vellaiyan asks Chinnakkannu to woo Poongodi, the daughter of a rich Zamindar, he disguises himself as an orphan and joins her family's household.
Chinnakkannu wins the hearts of both Poongodi and Muthazhagu, but their wedding is cancelled when Vellaiyan interrupts. The film follows Chinnakkannu's journey as he navigates his relationships with Poongodi and Muthazhagu.
The film was released on 23 December 2000.