Rio Raj Unveils His Upcoming Film 'Maddy'
Synopsis
Actor Rio Raj has announced his new film titled 'Maddy', a romantic comedy that began filming in Chennai. With a talented cast including Sania Iyappan and Aju Varghese, the film promises to deliver love and laughter, led by director Karthikeyan BK.
Key Takeaways
Rio Raj 's new film is titled 'Maddy' .
Filming began on March 25 in Chennai .
Directed by Karthikeyan BK .
Stars Sania Iyappan alongside Rio Raj.
Focus on romantic comedy with a comedic cast.
Chennai, March 25 (NationPress) Actor Rio Raj, who recently celebrated the success of his film 'Aan Paavam Polladhadhu', which became a blockbuster, has officially revealed the title of his upcoming film, 'Maddy', on Wednesday.
As reported by sources affiliated with the film's production team, the shooting for this romantic comedy has officially begun with a traditional pooja ceremony held in Chennai on the same day.
'Maddy' is being helmed by Karthikeyan BK and is produced by Kalai Arasu, a co-producer associated with Sivakarthikeyan Productions.
Rio Raj took to his X account to unveil the title poster, expressing, "Thrilled to announce our next project — #Maddy. A romantic comedy filled with love and laughter. Starring @rio_raj & @SaniyaIyappan_. Written and Directed by @karthikeyannav. Music by @dhibuofficial. Produced by @KalaiArasu_ @RJVijayOfficial @AjuVarghesee @praveenpothan17 #PradeepRaj."
The film will see Sania Iyappan taking on the role of the female lead, promising an engaging romantic comedy experience.
In addition to Sania Iyappan, the cast will include comedians Singam Puli and RJ Vijay in key roles. Notably, Malayalam actor Aju Varghese is also anticipated to play a significant part in the film.
According to insiders, the production team is aiming to wrap up filming in two segments. The first schedule will last around 20 days, taking place entirely in Chennai, while the second segment will include some Chennai locations and potentially some scenes filmed in Goa.
On the technical side, the film will feature cinematography by Praveen K Pothan and music composed by the renowned Malayalam director Dhibu Ninan Thomas.
Editing duties will be handled by the talented Lawrence Kishore, with costumes designed by Priya Ravi. The production design will be led by Pradeep Raj, while sound design will be managed by Jaison Jose and Daniel Jefferson.
Point of View
It's noteworthy that Rio Raj's announcement of 'Maddy' adds to the excitement in Tamil cinema. The film's romantic comedy genre and impressive lineup, including Sania Iyappan and Aju Varghese, suggest a promising addition to the industry, reflecting ongoing trends in audience preferences for light-hearted entertainment.
NationPress
9 May 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is directing the film 'Maddy'?
The film 'Maddy' is directed by Karthikeyan BK.
When did the filming for 'Maddy' start?
Filming for 'Maddy' commenced on March 25 in Chennai.
Who are the lead actors in 'Maddy'?
Rio Raj and Sania Iyappan are the lead actors in 'Maddy'.
What genre does the film 'Maddy' belong to?
'Maddy' is a romantic comedy.
Where will 'Maddy' be filmed?
Filming will primarily take place in Chennai, with potential shoots in Goa.
