Manadu

Manadu (Tamil: மாநாடு, meaning "Conference") is a 2021 Indian Tamil-language science fiction action thriller film written and directed by Venkat Prabhu and produced by Suresh Kamatchi. The film features Silambarasan in the lead role alongside S. J. Suryah, Kalyani Priyadarshan, and Bharathiraja.

The film revolves around Abdul Khaaliq (Silambarasan), a common man who gets caught in a time loop on the day a chief minister is about to address a public conference. He must prevent a political assassination and break free from the loop while battling a corrupt police officer, DCP Dhanushkodi (S. J. Suryah), who is orchestrating the assassination.

Manadu is notable for its intricate screenplay, fast-paced editing, and innovative use of the time loop concept within the framework of a political thriller. The film was a critical and commercial success, praised for its direction, performances, and technical aspects. Its success is often attributed to its engaging narrative and the strong performances of the lead actors, particularly Silambarasan and S. J. Suryah.