Modha Rathiri release date: Anishma Anilkumar film hits screens August 21
Synopsis
A debutant director, a debutant hero, and one of Tamil cinema's most promising young actresses walk into a village wedding — and the result is Modha Rathiri, Mythri Movie Makers' rural comedy bet for 21 August. The entire film plays out over a single night of escalating chaos, a structural gamble that could make it one of the season's most talked-about entertainers.
Key Takeaways
Modha Rathiri is set for a worldwide theatrical release on 21 August 2025 .
The film stars Rishikanth (in his hero debut) and Anishma Anilkumar as leads, directed by Raja Karuppasamy .
The story unfolds over a single night centred on a village wedding filled with comic misunderstandings and twists.
Produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y.
Ravi Shankar under the Mythri Movie Makers banner.
Music is by Bharath Sankar ; cinematography by Surendran Paranjothi ; editing by Ashok Arjunan .
Tamil rural comedy Modha Rathiri, directed by Raja Karuppasamy and featuring Rishikanth and Anishma Anilkumar in the lead roles, is set for a worldwide theatrical release on 21 August 2025. The announcement was made by producer Naveen Yerneni of Mythri Movie Makers, one of Tamil cinema's prominent production banners.
What the Film Is About
According to sources close to the production, Modha Rathiri centres on an ordinary village wedding that spirals into an extraordinary night of hilarious misunderstandings, unexpected twists, and heartfelt emotions. The entire story unfolds over a single night, with one surprise cascading into the next — a narrative structure designed to keep audiences engaged from the first scene to the last.
Key Talent Behind the Film
Rishikanth makes his debut as a leading hero through this film. Anishma Anilkumar, who drew critical appreciation for her performances in Sirai and Youth, plays the female lead. The supporting cast includes Chetan, A. Venkatesh, Bucks, Abdool Lee, Shelly Kishore, Sangeetha Balan, Banupriya, Sumithra Devi L., Varshini Karmegham, Karthikeyan, Velan, and Kowshik Kabilan, among others.
On the technical side, Surendran Paranjothi handles cinematography, Ashok Arjunan serves as editor, and Bharath Sankar has composed the music. Costumes are designed by Poornima Ramaswamy, with art direction by A. Balumahendra.
What the Makers Said
Producer Naveen Yerneni described the film's appeal in direct terms: 'The very first narration made us laugh, smile and imagine how audiences would react inside a theatre. That's when we knew this story deserved to be made. Modha Rathiri has everything we enjoy as movie lovers: humour, emotions, relatable characters and endless entertainment.' He added that the cast and crew completed the film on schedule with 'incredible passion.'
Director Raja Karuppasamy expressed gratitude to his producers: 'I couldn't have asked for a better beginning to my journey as a filmmaker. My heartfelt thanks to producers Naveen Yerneni sir and Y. Ravi Shankar sir for believing in me and trusting this story.' He said his primary hope is that 'audiences walk out of theatres smiling, laughing and talking about these characters long after the film ends.'
Context and What to Watch
Mythri Movie Makers has backed several commercially successful Tamil and Telugu productions, lending the project credibility in a competitive mid-year release window. For Karuppasamy, Modha Rathiri marks his feature directorial debut, making the 21 August release a significant milestone for both the filmmaker and the debutant lead. Audience and box-office response will be closely watched given the film's single-night setting — an unconventional structural choice for Tamil rural comedy.
Point of View
But the single-night narrative structure is the real wildcard. If it lands, it could establish a new template for low-budget Tamil rural comedies; if it doesn't, the August 21 window — sandwiched between bigger releases — leaves little room for a slow build.
NationPress
30 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Modha Rathiri releasing in theatres?
Modha Rathiri is releasing worldwide on 21 August 2025. The release date was confirmed by producer Naveen Yerneni of Mythri Movie Makers.
Who are the lead actors in Modha Rathiri?
The film stars Rishikanth and Anishma Anilkumar in the lead roles. Rishikanth is making his debut as a hero, while Anishma Anilkumar is known for her acclaimed performances in Sirai and Youth.
What is Modha Rathiri about?
Modha Rathiri is a Tamil rural comedy set entirely over the course of a single night, revolving around a village wedding that descends into a series of hilarious misunderstandings and unexpected twists. The film is described as a blend of humour, emotion, and relatable characters.
Who is directing and producing Modha Rathiri?
The film is directed by Raja Karuppasamy in his feature directorial debut and produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y. Ravi Shankar under the Mythri Movie Makers banner.
Who has composed the music for Modha Rathiri?
Music for Modha Rathiri has been composed by Bharath Sankar. Surendran Paranjothi is the cinematographer and Ashok Arjunan serves as the film's editor.
