Badava

Badava is a 2025 Indian Tamil-language action comedy film written and directed by KV Nandha.

The film stars Vimal and Soori in the lead roles alongside Shrita Rao, Ramachandra Raju, Devadarshini, Namo Narayana, Senthil, Vinodhini Vaidyanathan, Saravana Sakthi, and others in important roles.

Produced by John Peter under his J Studio International banner, the film follows a jobless troublemaker who moves to Malaysia for work but loses his job and returns home. The story follows how he rises to the challenge, using his courage to free the people and restore joy to the community.

Badava released in theatres on 7 March 2025 to mixed reviews.