Master Re-Release June 21–22
This weekend (June 21–22, 2025), cinemas nationwide bring back Master, the Lokesh Kanagaraj-directed action thriller that redefined Tamil cinema when it first released on January 13, 2021. Witness the magnetic clash between two titans—Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi—on the big screen once more.
Plot Synopsis
JD “John Durairaj” (Vijay) is an alcoholic college professor assigned to reform students at a juvenile correctional school. His unorthodox methods immediately bring him into conflict with Bhavani (Vijay Sethupathi), a ruthless gangster who manipulates the same students for his criminal empire. As JD challenges Bhavani’s control, a high-stakes battle of wits and willpower unfolds, with the fate of innocent children hanging in the balance.
Star-Studded Cast
- Vijay as John “JD” Durairaj, the flawed hero fighting for redemption
- Vijay Sethupathi as Bhavani, the chilling antagonist with a soft spot for his “children”
- Malavika Mohanan as Charulatha “Charu” Prasad, JD’s steadfast ally
- Andrea Jeremiah as Vanathi, JD’s friend and archery expert
- Arjun Das as Das, Bhavani’s loyal lieutenant
- Azhagam Perumal as the college principal
- Nassar as the institution’s founder and JD’s mentor
Creative Team
- Director: Lokesh Kanagaraj
- Producer: S. S. Lalit Kumar
- Music: Anirudh Ravichander
- Featuring Vocals By: Santhosh Narayanan, Yuvan Shankar Raja
- Cinematography: Sathyan Sooryan
Why Revisit Master?
- Electrifying Showdown: Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi bring powerhouse performances, making every confrontation pulse with intensity.
- Fresh Soundscape: Anirudh Ravichander’s score and standout tracks elevate the film’s emotional stakes.
- Lokesh’s Vision: Known for gritty realism and razor-sharp pacing, the director delivers a taut narrative that resonates as much today as in 2021.
- Social Undercurrents: Beyond the thrills, Master explores themes of mentorship, institutional neglect, and the transformative power of education.
Don’t miss Master back on the big screen this June 21–22, 2025—a must-see cinematic event for action aficionados and fans of Tamil cinema’s finest.
