"Maari 2" is a 2018 Indian Tamil-language action-comedy film directed by Balaji Mohan. It is a sequel to the 2015 film Maari and stars Dhanush in the lead role as a quirky and carefree gangster. The film also features Sai Pallavi, Tovino Thomas, and Kali Venkat in significant roles, blending humor with action-packed sequences. The story revolves around Maari, who faces challenges from a new antagonist, played by Tovino Thomas. The film showcases themes of friendship, love, and redemption, while also highlighting Maari's journey to protect his loved ones and confront his past. The music for the film was composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja.