Maithaanam (English: Stadium / Ground) is a 2011 Tamil film written and directed by M. S. Shakthivel, featuring four assistant directors, M. A. Kennedy, Suresh Guru, Jyothi Raj and Sekhar, in lead roles. The film released on 20 May 2011. Upon release, Maithaanam received rave reviews, and was screened at the 2011 Chennai International Film Festival and the 2011 Dubai International Film Festival.