3 new Tamil movies releasing in theaters this week (May 12-May 18): DD Next Level, Maaman, and Eleven

Tamil cinema enthusiasts, prepare for an exciting journey on the big screen! A mix of new talents, well-known actors, and innovative narratives are heading your way. Ranging from heartwarming family sagas to hilarious horror spoofs, there’s something for every type of moviegoer. Don’t forget your popcorn, get set to cheer, laugh, and have a blast! Let’s find out what’s hitting the theaters this week.

New Tamil movies releasing in theaters this week

1. Maaman

  • Cast: Soori, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Rajkiran, Swasika
  • Release date: May 16, 2025

The movie titled “Maaman,” helmed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj, has been generating a lot of excitement online since its trailer release. Initially showcasing his character as a doting maternal uncle, excitedly anticipating his sister’s baby, the bond between him and the child deepens over time. However, emotional strife develops, causing a heart-wrenching separation between them. With audiences eager to catch this film, the producers have confirmed that it will be available on ZEE5 following its theatrical release.

2. DD Next Level

  • Cast: Santhanam, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Selvaraghavan 
  • Release date: May 16, 2025

Devil’s Double Next Level (DD Next Level) is the fourth installment in the Tamil horror-comedy series, Dhilluku Dhuddu. As a follow-up to DD Returns, it features Santhanam as a movie critic who finds himself trapped in an unusual parallel universe after attending a special screening. In this world, he encounters Selvaraghavan, who is seeking vengeance. Gautham Menon takes on the role of Officer Raghavan in a fun wink to Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu.

3. Eleven

  • Cast: Naveen Chandra, Abhirami, Sye Shashank
  • Release date: May 16, 2025

2025 can’t come soon enough for me, as I eagerly anticipate the release of “Eleven,” an exhilarating bilingual crime thriller directed and penned by Lokkesh Ajls. This masterpiece will be presented in both Tamil and Telugu languages. The narrative follows a tenacious and brave officer renowned for solving complex cases, who now finds himself confronting a high-stakes investigation involving a string of enigmatic murders. D. Imman is responsible for the captivating music, Karthik Ashokan takes care of the stunning cinematography, while Srikanth N. B. ensures the editing is seamless and engaging. I can hardly wait to immerse myself in this riveting story!

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2025-05-13 09:53