- Director: Thirukumaran
- Producer: Fox Star Studios
- Music: Anirudh Ravichander
- Starring:
- Sivakarthikeyan as Peter
- Sri Divya as Yazhini
- Soori (Comedian)
- Vamsi Krishna as Michael
- Satish as Boxer
- Release Date: January 30, 2014
- Genre: Action, Romance, Comedy
- Box Office: Successful (considered a hit)
Plot (Brief):
Peter (Sivakarthikeyan), a carefree young man, falls in love with Yazhini (Sri Divya). To win her over, he must prove himself by winning a dangerous underground boxing tournament called Maan Karate. The film mixes humor, romance, and action with a twist involving fate and destiny.
Highlights:
Anirudh’s Hit Music – Songs like “Oh Oh”, “Maan Karate”, and “Un Vizhigalil” were chartbusters. Sivakarthikeyan’s Comedy & Performance – His comic timing and transformation into a fighter were well-received. Unique Concept – A mix of romance, comedy, and underground boxing with a supernatural twist. Soori’s Hilarious Role – Provided excellent comic relief.
Box Office & Reception:
- Verdict: Commercial Success
- Awards:
- Won Best Lyricist (Madhan Karky) at the Mirchi Music Awards for “Oh Oh”
- Nominated for Best Actor (Sivakarthikeyan) at Vijay Awards
Trivia & Fun Facts:
The title “Maan Karate” is a play on words—meaning “The Art of Pride” (from “Maanam” (Pride) + “Karate”). Anirudh’s background score and songs played a big role in the film’s success. Sivakarthikeyan trained in boxing for his role. The film was remade in Bengali as “Bojhena Se Bojhena” (2015).
Legacy:
- One of Sivakarthikeyan’s early hits that boosted his career.
- Remembered for Anirudh’s electrifying soundtrack.
- A fun masala entertainer with a mix of romance, comedy, and action.