After 20 Years, “Thambi” Roars Again: Seeman–Madhavan’s Explosive Film Set for Re-release!

January 7, 2026 Published by Natarajan Karuppiah

In Tamil cinema, one film that once captivated audiences by blending social revolution with action was Thambi. Directed by Seeman, the coordinator of the Naam Tamilar Katchi, the film transformed Madhavan—who was then known for his “chocolate boy” image—into a fierce, aggressive hero. Now, after 20 years, this film is all set to return to the big screen.

Released in 2006, Thambi stands as a major milestone in Madhavan’s cinematic journey. Playing the role of “Velu Thondaiman,” Madhavan portrayed a young man who raises his voice against injustice. Seeman’s fiery dialogues combined with Madhavan’s intense performance received tremendous appreciation from fans.

At present, the trend of digitally restoring and re-releasing classic hit films is gaining momentum in Tamil cinema. Following this trend, Uthra Productions has acquired the rights to Thambi and is planning a grand re-release across Tamil Nadu.

Seeman’s distinctive Tamil dialogues and strong social messages Madhavan’s high-octane action and his beautiful romantic scenes with Pooja All the songs, composed by melody king Vidyasagar, remain fan favorites even today Vadivelu’s unforgettable comedy sequences add extra strength to the film

Although Seeman is now deeply involved in politics, the re-release of this film he directed has created great excitement among his followers and cinema fans alike. In particular, today’s younger generation is eager to experience this film on the big screen.