The Tamil film industry, Kollywood, has produced countless masala entertainers, but few have the cult swagger of the Maari franchise. Starring Dhanush in a career-defining role as a don with a heart of gold and a unique fashion sense, Maari 2 (2018) was one of the most anticipated sequels of the decade.
: Critics praised her performance for breaking the "loosu ponnu" (ditzy girl) trope common in commercial cinema, calling her "pleasantly fiery". Maari 2 Movie Tamilyogi