Maanbumigu Maanavan (transl. Respectable student) is a 1996 Indian Tamil-language action drama film and was directed by S. A. Chandrasekhar. The film stars Vijay and Swapna Bedi, while Chinni Jayanth, Manivannan, Vijayakumar, Mansoor Ali Khan and Shrinath play other supporting roles. Music was composed by Deva. Vijay had a completely different hair and beard style, and an image makeover in this film. This was the debut film for Bedi.

Maanbumigu Maanavan released on 12 April 1996. The songs were a big hit but the film ran for more than 50 days in theatres. The film ended as a decent hit at the box office and established Vijay as a mass hero.