Marudhavelu is a 2011 Indian Tamil language action drama film directed by R. K. R. Aathimoolam.
The film stars newcomers Kailash, Akanksha, and Nakshatra, with Ilavarasu, Bangalore Swamy, Rekha, Santhana Bharathi, Pandu, Kallukkul Eeram Ramanathan, Theni Murugan, Kottachi, Muthuraj, Thenali, Crane Manohar, Sabitha Anand, and Pollachi Babu playing supporting roles.
The film was produced by S. Shanmuga Pandian, had a musical score by James Vasanthan, and editing by V. J. Sabu Joseph.
Marudhavelu follows the story of Marudhavelu (Kailash), a wastrel who spends his time drinking and hanging out with friends, after the death of his mother, he is pampered by his father, who is a rich and respected man.
Marudhavelu and his cousin Manju are in love. One night, Marudhavelu catches the village priest with a prostitute in the village temple, and with his friends, he beats him up. At the village court, the priest is punished.
The film was released on 18 November 2011. Actor Vijay Sethupathi lent his voice to Kailash.