Ponniyin Selvan: Author Nandini Krishnan on translating Kalki’s epic, and Mani Ratnam’s two-part film

Ponniyin Selvan: Author Nandini Krishnan on translating Kalki’s epic, and Mani Ratnam’s two-part film

Author Nandini Krishnan’s tryst with the Ponniyin Selvan (PS) series began at birth. “I was named after Nandini from the books, you know,” she remarks. With the first of her 10-part translation of author Kalki’s serialised magnum opus — First Flood (Eka by Westland)— making its way into bookstores across India, Nandini says that she […]

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‘Ponniyin Selvan: 2’ movie review: Mani Ratnam dishes out a satisfying sequel

‘Ponniyin Selvan: 2’ movie review: Mani Ratnam dishes out a satisfying sequel

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan ands Vikram in ‘Ponniyin Selvan: 2’ The events of Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan: 1, which released late last year, left audiences not just on a high, but also with many questions: What really happened to Arunmozhi Varman? Who is the mysterious lady who makes fleeting but impactful appearances? And most importantly, what […]

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Ahead of release, ‘Ponniyin Selvan: 2’ cast speak about camaraderie while working on the project and Mani Ratnam’s vision

Ahead of release, ‘Ponniyin Selvan: 2’ cast speak about camaraderie while working on the project and Mani Ratnam’s vision

The cast of Ponniyin Selvan:2 taking a selfie during a promotional event held in Chennai on Thursday. | Photo Credit: M. SRINATH Following whirlwind promotional tours across the country, it was only fitting that the cast of Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan:2 came together in the city on Thursday to speak about the film a day […]

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Mani Ratnam: ‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’ will shine more than the first film; that was just an introduction

Mani Ratnam: ‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’ will shine more than the first film; that was just an introduction

After the phenomenal success of Ponniyin Selvan 1, the Cholas are back for the sequel. With stakes higher than ever, the team promises that there’s a lot in store with Ponniyin Selvan 2, set to be released on April 28. Right now, Mani Ratnam’s cast of A-listers is travelling across the country to promote PS: […]

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‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’ trailer: Mani Ratnam’s epic returns for final flourish

‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’ trailer: Mani Ratnam’s epic returns for final flourish

A still from ‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’ The trailer of Ponniyin Selvan 2, the much-anticipated second instalment of Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus, was released by the makers today during a grand trailer launch event in Chennai. The Ponniyin Selvan films are based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s popular novel on the life of Raja Raja Chozhan. With a […]

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‘Thalapathy 67’: Trisha, Vijay reunite after 14 years for Lokesh Kanagaraj’s film

‘Thalapathy 67’: Trisha, Vijay reunite after 14 years for Lokesh Kanagaraj’s film

(left) Announcement poster of Trisha joining ‘Thalapathy 67’; (right) Trish and Vijay in a still from ‘Ghilli’ | Photo Credit: Seven Screen Studio and Sri Surya Movies It’s official! Actor Trisha will play the female lead in Vijay’s upcoming film with Lokesh Kanagaraj, Thalapathy 67. The film marks the fifth collaboration between Trisha and Vijay […]

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‘Thalapathy 67’: Trisha, Vijay reunite after 14 years for Lokesh Kanagaraj’s film

‘Thalapathy 67’: Trisha, Vijay reunite after 15 years for Lokesh Kanagaraj’s film

(left) Announcement poster of Trisha joining ‘Thalapathy 67’; (right) Trish and Vijay in a still from ‘Ghilli’ | Photo Credit: Seven Screen Studio and Sri Surya Movies It’s official! Actor Trisha will play the female lead in Vijay’s upcoming film with Lokesh Kanagaraj, Thalapathy 67. The film marks the fifth collaboration between Trisha and Vijay […]

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Mani Ratnam’s ‘Ponniyin Selvan: 2’ to release on April 28, 2023

Mani Ratnam’s ‘Ponniyin Selvan: 2’ to release on April 28, 2023

Jayam Ravi in ‘Ponniyin Selvan: 2’ The second part of Mani Ratnam’s ambitious Ponniyin Selvan franchise will be released on April 28, 2023. The announcement was made earlier today, with the caption “Cholas Are Back’” on social media by production houses Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions. Ponniyin Selvan: 1, which released in September 2022, was […]

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Trisha wraps filming on maiden web series ‘Brinda’

Trisha wraps filming on maiden web series ‘Brinda’

Trisha and the actor on the sets of ‘Brinda’ | Photo Credit: @trishtrashers/Twitter Trisha, who is basking in the success of Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan – 1, has finished shooting for her debut OTT series Brinda. The actor shared the news on social media on Tuesday and posted a photo from the show’s set. “And […]

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Sanah Moidutty on singing in ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ and the Mani Ratnam-AR Rahman combo

Sanah Moidutty on singing in ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ and the Mani Ratnam-AR Rahman combo

Sanah, who has sung the ‘Chol’ track in the Malayalam version of Mani Ratnam’s ‘Ponniyin Selvan,’ talks about the song and her other upcoming projects Sanah, who has sung the ‘Chol’ track in the Malayalam version of Mani Ratnam’s ‘Ponniyin Selvan,’ talks about the song and her other upcoming projects As Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan […]

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