Kanni Maadam

Kanni Maadam is an Indian Tamil-language romantic drama film released in 2020.

The film stars Sriram Karthik and Chaya Devi as lead protagonists, marking their debut appearances.

The central narrative follows a couple living in Madurai who are compelled to leave their hometown after the relatives of the male partner become intensely angry over some unspecified action they took together.

They relocate to Chennai, but tragedy strikes soon after, resulting in the death of one partner, Kathir (played by Vishnu), in a road accident.

The surviving female lead, Malar, portrayed by Chaya Devi, struggles significantly with adjusting to her husband's passing and must confront the reality that she will soon become a mother despite his demise.

Two auto rickshaw drivers from her Chennai neighborhood offer crucial support: one named Sriram (played by Sriram Karthik) and another identified as Murugadoss.

The film centers on Malar's journey coping with these challenges, navigating the complexities of motherhood following such a profound loss, while facing various difficulties stemming from being a widow expecting a child.

Principal photography commenced on 18 February 2019 and ended on 16 May 2019. The film's soundtrack was composed by newcomer Hari Sai, featuring several celebrities at its audio launch.

Kanni Maadam was released on 21 February 2020 and received mixed to positive reviews from critics.