May 2025 is shaping up to be an exciting month for Tamil cinema enthusiasts, with a diverse range of films slated for release. From highly anticipated projects featuring big stars to intriguing smaller ventures, there’s something for every moviegoer to look forward to. Here’s a roundup of the Tamil movies gracing the silver screen this May:
‘Retro’:
Kicking off the month is ‘Retro’, a romantic action film directed by Karthik Subbaraj. Starring Suriya and Pooja Hegde in the lead roles, the movie is set in the 1980s and 90s and is expected to be a tale with a mix of romance and intense action sequences. Jayaram and Joju George also play significant roles, with music composed by Santhosh Narayanan.
‘Tourist Family’:
Also arrived on May 1 is ‘Tourist Family’, a family drama directed by Abishan jeevinth. Featuring Sasikumar and Simran, the film explores the journey and challenges faced by a family, promising heartfelt moments and relatable dynamics. Yogi Babu is also part of the cast.
‘DD Next Level’:
Mid-May, specifically on the 16th, will see the release of ‘DD Next Level’, the next installment in the popular horror-comedy franchise ‘Dhilluku Dhuddu’. Santhanam returns in the lead role, with Prem Anand directing once again. The film is set on a cruise ship and an island, suggesting a fresh setting for the spooky and humorous proceedings. The cast also includes Gautham Vasudev Menon and Selvaraghavan.
‘Maaman’:
Another film scheduled for May 16th is ‘Maaman’, directed by Prasanth Pandiyaraj. This movie features Soori in a prominent role, moving away from his usual comedic persona to a more central, perhaps dramatic, character. Aishwarya Lekshmi is the female lead, and the film boasts a supporting cast including Rajkiran and Swasika.
‘Ace’:
Later in the month, on May 23rd, Vijay Sethupathi’s 51st film, ‘Ace’, is expected to hit theaters. Directed by Arumuga Kumar, this romantic crime comedy was predominantly shot in Malaysia. Rukmini Vasanth plays the female lead, with Yogi Babu and Babloo Prithiveeraj in supporting roles. Justin Prabhakaran is the music director.
‘Sardar 2’:
May will wrap up with the expected release of ‘Sardar 2’ on the 31st. This sequel to the successful spy thriller “Sardar” sees Karthi returning in the lead role, with P. S. Mithran directing. The movie’s music is composed by Sam C. S., with cinematography by George C. Williams and editing by Vijay Velukutty. Produced by Prince Pictures and IVY Entertainment, ‘Sardar 2’ promises to be an exciting continuation of its predecessor.
