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Dhruv Vikram’s 'Bison' Becomes Diwali Box Office Hit, Social Media Hails Mari Selvaraj’s Sports Drama

Written and directed by Mari Selvaraj, the film blends athletic grit with deep social commentary, a signature hallmark of the visionary filmmaker behind Pariyerum Perumal, Karnan, and Maamannan.

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Dhruv Vikram’s 'Bison' Becomes Diwali Box Office Hit, Social Media Hails Mari Selvaraj’s Sports Drama

Dhruv Vikram’s 'Bison' Becomes Diwali Box Office Hit, Social Media Hails Mari Selvaraj’s Sports Drama

Bison Kaalamaadan, the much-awaited sports action drama starring Dhruv Vikram, has hit theatres opening to ₹2.30 crore domestically, becoming the second highest opening among the releases on Friday.

Written and directed by Mari Selvaraj, the film blends athletic grit with deep social commentary, a signature hallmark of the visionary filmmaker behind Pariyerum Perumal, Karnan, and Maamannan.

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Produced by Sameer Nair, Deepak Seigal, Pa. Ranjith, and Aditi Anand under Applause Entertainment and Neelam Studios, the film was released on October 17, 2025, coinciding with the Diwali weekend. Now look at what audience say about the movie.

After watching Bison Kaalamaadan, one viewer took to X, describing it as “one of the most satisfying films of the year.” They praised every aspect of the movie — from the performances and visuals to the music and editing — calling it a blend of “rooted storytelling and technical brilliance.” The post went on to applaud Mari Selvaraj’s masterful direction, highlighting how the filmmaker once again delivered a powerful, emotionally charged cinematic experience.

Film critic Anmol Jamwal shared his admiration for Bison Kaalamaadan on X (formerly Twitter), noting that “the representation of running in #Bison is one of the most beautiful metaphors I have seen in film in recent years.” He further praised Mari Selvaraj, calling him “a master in his craft.”


Another viewer shared a deeply emotional response to Bison Kaalamaadan, describing the film as transformative: sitting in the theater, they reflected on privilege and fate, thinking, “I did nothing to deserve the opportunities I got. Where you’re born shouldn’t decide who you become, but for millions, it’s their entire fate.” They noted how the film, based on the true story of Indian kabaddi player Manathi Ganesan, powerfully depicts the struggles of survival and the obstacles to proving one’s talent.

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The viewer praised Mari Selvaraj for his uncompromising filmmaking, calling Bison his best work yet, “a gut-punch that stays with you.” Performances received special mention: while Dhruv Vikram impressed in the lead role, Pasupathy was described as having “BECAME the character,” delivering a national award-level performance.

They also lauded composer Nivas K. Prasanna, noting that the score — carefully crafted for this film — “became the heartbeat of the story,” with every note elevating the pain, rage, and hope on screen. The viewer concluded that Bison Kaalamaadan isn’t merely a film to enjoy but one that “changes how you see the world.”

Another fan highlighted Dhruv Vikram’s intense preparation for Bison Kaalamaadan, noting that he “lived in Tirunelveli for two years to learn kabaddi and get into his character.” The viewer emphasized that his dedication and hard work clearly paid off, as the film “has opened superbly” and Dhruv is receiving widespread praise for his performance.

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