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{{Short description|2025 Tamil film}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=September 2025}}
{{Use Indian English|date=September 2025}}
{{Infobox film
| image = Aan Paavam Pollathathu.jpg
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = Kalaiarasan Thangavel
| writer = {{ubl
|Kalaiarasan Thangavel
|Sivakumar Murugesan (Dialogues)
}}
| screenplay = Sivakumar Murugesan<br>Kalaiarasan Thangavel
| story = Sivakumar Murugesan
| producer = Vedikkaranpatti S. Sakthivel
| starring = {{Plainlist|
* [[Rio Raj]]
* Malavika Manoj
}}
| cinematography = Madhesh Manickam
| editing = Varun KG
| music = [[Siddhu Kumar]]
| studio = Drumsticks Productions
| distributor = [[AGS Entertainment]]
| released = {{Film date|2025|10|31|df=yes}}
| runtime = 122 minutes<ref>{{Cite web |date=3 November 2025 |title=''Aan Paavam Pollathathu'' (12A) |url=https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/aan-paavam-pollathathu-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc0xmdmzotaw |access-date=3 November 2025 |website=[[British Board of Film Classification]] |language=en}}</ref>
| country = India
| language = Tamil
| budget = {{INR}}5 crores
| gross = {{INR}}27 crores
}}
'''''Aan Paavam Pollathathu''''' ({{Translation|Sin against Men is Dangerous}}) is a 2025 Indian [[Tamil language|Tamil]]-language [[romantic comedy]] film directed by Kalaiarasan Thangavel in his directorial debut and written by Sivakumar Murugesan. The film is produced by Vedikkaranpatti S. Sakthivel under his Drumsticks Productions banner starring [[Rio Raj]] and Malavika Manoj in the lead roles, reuniting after ''[[Joe (2023 film)|Joe]]'' (2023).

The film's music is composed by [[Siddhu Kumar]], with cinematography handled by Madhesh Manickam and editing by Varun KG.

''Aan Paavam Pollathathu'' released in theatres on 31 October 2025 and received positive reviews from critics.

== Plot ==
Siva, an IT professional from [[Chennai]], marries Sakthi from [[Coimbatore]] after a progressive [[courtship]] where both admired each other's gender‑equality values. She mentions she is tired of her father's orthodox views. Siva shares a cigarette with Sakthi, symbolising their modern mindset. They marry and get settled into Siva's apartment. After about 400 days, Siva visited lawyer Narayanan to file for divorce. The first friction arises when Sakthi removed her [[Mangalasutra|thali]], which Siva interpreted as a breach of a cultural norm. Later, she refused to cook dinner, insisting Siva join her in cooking. Siva was prioritising his work, while she spent time creating content for [[Instagram]]. Their arguments increased with Siva thinking Sakthi was spending lavishly and hiring a housemaid without consulting him. Lawyer Narayanan brushes off these issues as they are trivial and common marital disagreements and insufficient for divorce.

Siva then hints that more serious incidents followed. The first clash erupts at a relative's family function. Sakthi naïvely sits with one leg crossed over the other and is wearing a saree with a sleeveless blouse, which the elders from village deem as disrespectful. Siva's parents ask him to tell her to sit without crossing her legs. When he does, she points out that Siva's relatives are at fault for staring at her and refuses to change. Sakthi falsely claims it would not look good in her current attire to sit crossing her legs, to which Siva asks her to change her outfit, but she retorts that her choice of dress is her own and then storms out. In retaliation, Siva rudely shows up at Sakthi's friend's boutique inauguration and makes a huge scene by wearing only a [[lungi]] and flip flops, proclaiming that dressing is his choice too, leaving her embarrassed.

The second incident involves a reel Sakthi posts on social media. Siva confronts her after seeing vulgar comments by viewers, an argument erupts, and she slams the door in his face. In anger, he forwards the reel to her orthodox father, widening their rift. He gets drunk in the balcony alone and crudely blabbers while intoxicated. The next morning, a video of Siva—drunk and shouting at her father—goes viral; it was secretly recorded and uploaded by Sakthi. Sakthi begins dressing in a modern style while wearing the thali, a move Siva had demanded earlier. The third incident seems hopeful: Siva forgets their anniversary, Sakthi gets emotional, and they spend a night together, reconnecting. The fourth clash surfaces when Sakthi says she wants to share two things with him. The first one she wants to start a parlour with her friend, Rakesh and Siva realises he has to take loans to fund it. Siva refuses, but she retorts that it is her choice, asking Siva not to interfere. The argument escalates, with Siva accusing her of being a "fake feminist" who pretends independence but relies on his money, and Sakthi shouting that he's an unfit husband. Siva finally snaps, telling her to "go die" instead of pretending to be progressive, finally owning up to his misogyny. The emotional showdown spirals into tragedy: Sakthi suffers a miscarriage after the fight, and Siva learns only then that she was pregnant.

Distraught, Sakthi disappears from the hospital. Siva discovers she's under the care of lawyer Lakshmi, who—along with Sakthi—throws him out. Siva reveals that Sakthi had filed a [[498A: The Wedding Gift|violence‑against‑women]] complaint with the police, prompting him to approach lawyer Narayanan. Narayanan advises Siva to seek a compromise. It emerges that Lakshmi is Narayanan's ex‑wife; their acrimonious split included heavy alimony, a suspended law license for Narayanan (due to verbal abuse allegations), and also [[Parental alienation|alienates]] their daughter Diya to live with Lakshmi's sister in [[Bengaluru]]. Narayanan is depressed due to silly reasons for divorce and the pain of not being allowed access to his own daughter. Narayanan's suspension has just ended, making him eligible to represent Siva. Narayanan's assistant Siddhu, using a bribed constable, fuels Sakthi's arrogance against the investigating officer to let the complaint fizzle out as frivolous.

Lakshmi, determined to nail Siva, asks assurances from Sakthi to take "all possible actions" hinting false cases for a divorce and revenge. Lakshmi files a contested divorce. In the first court hearing, Lakshmi argues that Siva's alleged domestic violence caused Sakthi's miscarriage, even though no physical assault was proven. The judge orders counseling for the couple and a fresh medical examination. Meanwhile, Lakshmi hires a detective to spy on Siva and Narayanan, but Siddhu catches the detective and decides to cooperate. Siva's parents yell at him for keeping the divorce case a secret. Siddhu tells Sakthi's father about the divorce case, prompting him to shout at her. Lakshmi uses police force to get Sakthi's father out of the house, and Sakthi cuts ties with her parents. In the second court hearing, Lakshmi presents Siva's drunken video and claims he may have beaten Sakthi while intoxicated. The judge orders an alcohol test for Siva. Lakshmi further accuses Siva of multiple mental disorders, leading the judge to mandate psychiatric evaluation, forcing Siva to prove his sanity through a battery of hospital tests. Desperate, Lakshmi hires a woman to falsely accuse Siva of adultery. Narayanan and Siddhu stage a stunt: they push Siva in front of the judge's car, getting him hospitalised, hoping to stall the case.

The judge, however, pushes for divorce and alimony, noting the law's pro‑woman bias. To protect Siva's salary and reduce alimony, Narayanan drafts a document showing Siva paying interest to money‑lenders, and a gift deed transfers his flat to his brother's name. Lakshmi and Sakthi meet feminist activist Bharathi, who surprisingly balances household chores and her activism, prompting Sakthi to reconsider. Siva, speaking with his maid, realises women need support for their choices. He later sees Sakthi working menial food‑delivery jobs for survival. Sakthi's mother reminds her unlike them, Siva never fabricated accusations against Sakthi. The case gets a new transgender judge, Alamelumangai. Siva, now willing to give Sakthi what she wants for a comfortable life, agrees to the divorce and the alimony she requested. Judge Alamelumangai calls for a final argument to explore a possible reunion. Narayanan argues that Siva is trying to adapt to the new progressive norms, and the divorce decision stemmed from ego clashes, and not due to incompatibility. He highlights the plight of men and how misandry denies them basic respect for their struggles. He emphasises that true feminism means equality and that both partners should understand each other's pressures and let go for the sake of a stronger bond.

Moved by the shift, Sakthi voices that she needs time to decide about the divorce, acknowledging that she can't fully accept Siva right now. Lakshmi also has a change of heart: she allows her [[Parental alienation syndrome|estranged]] daughter Diya to make a video‑call to Narayanan.

Narayanan is happy to see his daughter after a long gap and Siddhu is happy for him. Lakshmi steps back, leaving the final decision to Sakthi about the divorce case. With emotions running high, Sakthi hugs Siva, letting go of their differences. The film ends with Siva and Sakthi happily reunited, watching the movie ''[[Thiruvilaiyadal]]''. Sakthi questions Siva about the film, pointing out that it was because of [[Shiva|Lord Shiva]]'s mistakes that [[Parvati|Goddess Sakthi]] had to separate from her husband. Siva nods, acknowledging that men are the ones who always accept mistakes for the sake of family.

== Cast ==
{{Cast listing|
* [[Rio Raj]] as Siva
* Malavika Manoj as Sakthi
* [[RJ Vigneshkanth]] as [[Lawyer]] Narayanan
* [[Sheela Rajkumar]] as [[Lawyer]] Lakshmi, Narayanan's ex-wife
* Jenson Dhivakar as [[Lawyer]] Siddhu, Narayanan's friend & assistant
* [[A. Venkatesh (director)|A. Venkatesh]] as Sakthi's father
* Raja Rani Pandiyan as Thangavel, Siva's father
* Uma Ramachandran as Siva's mother
* Reshmi Karthikeyan as Sakthi's mother
* [[Anupama Kumar]] as Bharathi
* Elango Kumanan as a judge
* Aniruth as Siva's brother
* [[Deepa Shankar]] as a maid
* Anjali Ameer as Judge Alamelumangai
* Vstar Vinoth as a detective
* S. R. Kanali
* Chutti Aravind as a counsellor
* Vasanthi as [[Sub-inspector|SI]] Kalaivani
* Senthi Kumari as a [[constable]] Mallika
}}

== Production ==
After the success of [[Joe (2023 film)|''Joe'']] (2023), [[Rio Raj]] was announced to reunite with Malavika Manoj for a yet-to-be titled romantic comedy film written and directed by Kalaiarasan Thangavel<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-09-21 |title=Rio's Aan Paavam Pollathathu to release on October 31 |url=https://www.dtnext.in/entertainment/cinema/rios-aan-paavam-pollathathu-to-release-on-october-31-847277 |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=www.dtnext.in |language=en}}</ref> and produced by Vedikkaranpatti S. Sakthivel under his Drumsticks Productions banner.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-05-04 |title=Joe jodi Rio Raj and Malavika Manoj all set to pair up again! |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/joe-jodi-rio-raj-and-malavika-manoj-all-set-to-pair-up-again/articleshow/109835249.cms |access-date=2025-09-24 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257 |archive-date=19 July 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250719132758/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/joe-jodi-rio-raj-and-malavika-manoj-all-set-to-pair-up-again/articleshow/109835249.cms |url-status=live }}</ref> Apart from Kalaiarasan, the film has story, screenplay and dialogues written by Sivakumar Murugesan.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-10-16 |title=Aan Paavam Pollathathu Trailer: Rio Raj’s life turns chaotic as his marriage falls apart |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Oct/16/aan-paavam-pollathathu-trailer-rio-rajs-life-turns-chaotic-as-his-marriage-falls-apart |access-date=2025-10-16 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref> Apart from the lead cast the film also stars [[Sheela Rajkumar]], [[RJ Vigneshkanth]], Vedikkaranpatti S. Sakthivel, [[A. Venkatesh (director)|A. Venkatesh]], Kajarajan, and Jenson Dhiwakar in important roles.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-05-03 |title=Joe Team Re-unites For A New Film On Men's Issues |url=https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/tamil/joe-team-re-unites-for-a-new-film-on-mens-issues-article-109818272 |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=Times Now |language=en |archive-date=15 August 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240815155946/https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/tamil/joe-team-re-unites-for-a-new-film-on-mens-issues-article-109818272 |url-status=live }}</ref> The technical team includes cinematographer Madhesh Manickam, editor Varun KG, and art director Vinoth Rajkumar.<ref>{{Cite web |title='ജോ' നായകനും നായികയും വീണ്ടും ഒന്നിക്കുന്നു |url=https://www.manoramaonline.com/movies/movie-news/2024/05/04/joe-tamil-film-team-rejoin.html |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=‘ജോ’ നായകനും നായികയും വീണ്ടും ഒന്നിക്കുന്നു |language=ml |archive-date=25 July 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240725101026/https://www.manoramaonline.com/movies/movie-news/2024/05/04/joe-tamil-film-team-rejoin.html |url-status=live }}</ref> In mid-February 2025, through a first-look poster, the film's title was revealed to be ''Aan Paavam Pollathathu''.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-02-16 |title=Aan Paavam Pollathathu FL portrays modern-day man-woman conflict |url=https://www.dtnext.in/entertainment/cinema/aan-paavam-pollathathu-fl-portrays-modern-day-man-woman-conflict-823263 |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=www.dtnext.in |language=en |archive-date=13 July 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250713213444/https://www.dtnext.in/entertainment/cinema/aan-paavam-pollathathu-fl-portrays-modern-day-man-woman-conflict-823263 |url-status=live }}</ref> The teaser-glimpse was released in theatres during the intermission of [[Rajinikanth]] starrer film ''[[Coolie (2025 film)|Coolie]]'' (2025).<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kumar |first=Akshay |date=2025-08-14 |title=Rio Raj's Aan Paavam Pollathathu gets a release window |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Aug/14/rio-rajs-aan-paavam-pollathathu-gets-a-release-window |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=Cinema Express |language=en |archive-date=26 August 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250826143218/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Aug/14/rio-rajs-aan-paavam-pollathathu-gets-a-release-window |url-status=live }}</ref>

After a formal pooja ceremony production began on 3 May 2024<ref>{{Cite web |last=Features |first=C. E. |date=2024-05-04 |title=Joe duo Rio Raj and Malavika Manoj pair up again |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2024/May/04/joe-duo-rio-raj-and-malavika-manoj-pair-up-again |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=Cinema Express |language=en |archive-date=10 November 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20241110111459/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2024/May/04/joe-duo-rio-raj-and-malavika-manoj-pair-up-again |url-status=live }}</ref> and got [[Wrap (filmmaking)|wrapped]] by the end of 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=M |first=Narayani |date=2025-02-17 |title=Rio Raj's next with Malavika Manoj titled Aanpaavam Pollathathu |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Feb/17/rio-rajs-next-with-malavika-manoj-titled-aanpaavam-pollathathu |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=Cinema Express |language=en |archive-date=25 September 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250925032852/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Feb/17/rio-rajs-next-with-malavika-manoj-titled-aanpaavam-pollathathu |url-status=live }}</ref>

== Music ==
{{Infobox album
| name = Aan Paavam Pollathathu
| type = soundtrack
| artist = [[Siddhu Kumar]]
| genre = [[Feature film soundtrack]]
| language = Tamil
| label = [[Saregama]]
| producer = [[Siddhu Kumar]]
| prev_title = [[Sir (2024 film)|Sir]]
| prev_year = 2024
| year = 2025
| next_title = [[Aaromaley]]
| next_year = 2025
| chronology = [[Siddhu Kumar]]
| misc = {{Singles
|name = Aan Paavam Pollathathu
|type = soundtrack
|single1 = Jodi Porutham
|single1date = 9 June 2025
|single2 = Aththaan
|single2date = 7 October 2025
|single3 = Mana Magane
|single3date = 26 October 2025
}}
}}

The film has music composed by [[Siddhu Kumar]] in his second collaboration with Rio Raj after ''[[Joe (2023 film)|Joe]]'' (2023).<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-06-09 |title=Jodi Porutham, a heartfelt melody from Aan Paavam Pollathathu unveiled |url=https://www.dtnext.in/entertainment/cinema/jodi-porutham-a-heartfelt-melody-from-aan-paavam-pollathathu-unveiled-836482 |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=www.dtnext.in |language=en}}</ref> The first single "Jodi Porutham" was released on 9 June 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Features |first=C. E. |date=2025-06-10 |title='Jodi Porutham' from Rio Raj's Aan Paavam Pollathathu features enviable companionship after marriage |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Jun/10/jodi-porutham-from-rio-rajs-aan-paavam-pollathathu-features-enviable-companionship-after-marriage |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=Cinema Express |language=en |archive-date=25 September 2025 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20250925032849/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Jun/10/jodi-porutham-from-rio-rajs-aan-paavam-pollathathu-features-enviable-companionship-after-marriage |url-status=live }}</ref> The second video single "Aththaan" was released on 7 October 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |last=தினத்தந்தி |date=2025-10-07 |title=ரியோவின் “ஆண் பாவம் பொல்லாதது” படத்தின் “அத்தான்” வீடியோ பாடல் வெளியீடு |url=https://www.dailythanthi.com/cinema/cinemanews/rios-athan-video-song-from-the-film-aanpaavam-pollathathu-is-released-1183630 |access-date=2025-10-24 |website=www.dailythanthi.com |language=ta}}</ref> The third single "Mana Magane" was released on 26 October 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |last=தினத்தந்தி |date=2025-10-26 |title=ரியோவின் “ஆண் பாவம் பொல்லாதது” படத்தின் “மண மகனே” பாடல் வெளியீடு |url=https://www.dailythanthi.com/cinema/cinemanews/rios-aanpaavam-pollathathu-film-mana-magane-song-out-1186864 |access-date=2025-10-27 |website=www.dailythanthi.com |language=ta}}</ref>

{{Track listing
| headline = Track listing
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| title1 = Jodi Porutham
| lyrics1 = Vignesh Ramakrishna
| extra1 = Lakshmikanth M
| title2 = Aththaan
| lyrics2 = Mu.Vi
| extra2 = Vaisagh, Lakshmikanth M
| title3 = Mana Magane
| lyrics3 = [[Rio Raj]]
| extra3 = [[Anthony Daasan]], [[Gana Bala]]
}}

== Release ==
=== Theatrical ===
''Aan Paavam Pollathathu'' released in theatres on 31 October 2025.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2025-09-23 |title=Rio Raj's Aan Paavam Pollathathu gets a release date |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/tamil/2025/Sep/23/tamilnews2025sep21rio-rajs-aan-paavam-pollathathu-gets-a-release-date |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=The New Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> The theatrical rights were acquired by [[AGS Entertainment]].<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kumar |first=Akshay |date=2025-09-23 |title=Rio Raj's Aan Paavam Pollathathu theatrical rights secured by AGS |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/news/2025/Sep/23/rio-rajs-aan-paavam-pollathathu-theatrical-rights-secured-by-ags |access-date=2025-09-24 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref>

=== Home Media ===
''Aan Paavam Pollathathu'' begn streaming on [[Disney+ Hotstar|JioHotstar]] from 28 November 2025.<ref>{{Cite news |date=2025-11-26 |title='Aan Paavam Pollathathu' OTT release date official: When and where to watch Rio Raj and Malavika Manoj's film |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movies/news/aan-paavam-pollathathu-ott-release-date-official-when-and-where-to-watch-rio-raj-and-malavika-manojs-film/articleshow/125589138.cms |access-date=2025-11-27 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> The satellite rights were acquired by [[Star Vijay|Vijay TV]] and [[Colors Tamil]].<ref>{{Cite web|date=12 October 2025|title=Aan Paavam Pollathathu OTT partner: Rio Raj’s next romantic drama to stream here|url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/aan-paavam-pollathathu-ott-partner-rio-rajs-next-romantic-drama-to-stream-here/2da1320a48400|website=[[OTTplay]]}}</ref>

== Reception ==
=== Critical response ===
''Aan Paavam Pollathathu'' received positive reviews from critics.

Abhinav Subramanian of ''[[The Times of India]]'' gave 3.5/5 stars and wrote "Kalaiarasan keeps things moving by focusing on character friction rather than plot gymnastics. The comedy is rooted in observable behavior [...] No scene overstays its welcome, so if one bit falls flat, a better one is right around the corner. Thankfully, that's mostly how it plays out."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Aan Paavam Pollathathu Movie Review: Rio Raj's rants land in this topical comedy |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/tamil/movie-reviews/aan-paavam-pollathathu/movie-review/124993912.cms |access-date=2025-10-31 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref> Akshay Kumar of ''[[Cinema Express]]'' gave 3/5 stars and wrote "Rio and Malavika have struck gold in the portrayals of their respective roles. These characters are going to stay with us for a long time. Slumps in the second half never weigh down on the film that is built on a solid premise fortified by strong characterisations and performances."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Kumar |first=Akshay |date=2025-10-31 |title=Aan Paavam Pollathathu Movie Review: Laughs and lessons galore in this progress vs posturing film |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/tamil/review/2025/Oct/31/aan-paavam-pollathathu-movie-review-laughs-and-lessons-galore-in-this-progress-vs-posturing-film |access-date=2025-10-31 |website=Cinema Express |language=en}}</ref> Anusha Sundar of ''[[OTT Play]]'' gave 2.5/5 stars and wrote "Aan Paavam Pollathathu is a fairly entertaining watch if you take gender politics out of question. But for a film like this, which wants to put itself in a politically correct position, there is no leeway for the mistakes it makes."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Aan Paavam Pollathathu movie review: A dumbed down take on modern marriages |url=https://www.ottplay.com/review/aan-paavam-pollathathu-movie-review-what-if-thiruvilaiyadals-sakthi-and-sivan-get-thrown-into-modern-day-gender-biased-scenario/0aa3a7a47a424 |access-date=2025-11-01 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref>

== References ==
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