The highly anticipated Tamil film Ponniyin Selvan 2, directed by acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam, has garnered a lot of attention from audiences and critics alike. The film has an ensemble cast, including Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Trisha Krishnan, Vikram, Jayam Ravi, Karthi, and many others. Another exciting aspect of the film is that veteran actor Kamal Haasan lent his voice to the narration of the movie.
In a recent interview with ANI, Kamal Haasan spoke about his friendship with Mani Ratnam and praised his work in the film. He said, “I am an artist, film producer, director and all of that. Secondly, my first proclaimed identity is that I am a cinema fan. And I am a Tamilian. So I am so proud that the technical expertise and unique talent of Tamil are now for everyone and the world to see.”
He went on to praise the team’s efforts in making Tamil cinema more accessible on an international scale. “Mr Mani Ratnam, the team, the cinematographer, the musician, everybody has worked together to make Tamil cinema international. And this is people that have embraced, which is a good sign that Tamil Cinema is probably moving towards the golden age and expected to go in that direction,” he said.
Kamal Haasan also shared his excitement for the film and expressed his admiration for the cast. He stated, “I think the credit goes to Mani Ratnam. And altogether, I am not talking just about the stars incorporated or played for the story, and it’s a very moving moment for two friends who started speaking about cinema and he has gone ahead and done it.”
The collaboration between Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam has been highly anticipated by fans of Tamil cinema, as it marks their first collaboration in over three decades. The two have worked together in iconic films such as Nayakan and Agni Natchathiram, and their reunion for Ponniyin Selvan 2 has generated a lot of excitement among moviegoers.
Ponniyin Selvan 2 is based on a novel of the same name by Kalki Krishnamurthy and is a historical drama set in the Chola dynasty. The first part of the film was released on April 29, 2022, to critical acclaim and commercial success. The film is produced by Lyca Productions and has music composed by A.R. Rahman.
In conclusion, Kamal Haasan’s praise for Mani Ratnam and the cast of Ponniyin Selvan 2 only adds to the excitement surrounding the film. With its grand scale and impressive technical aspects, the film is set to take Tamil cinema to new heights and pave the way for future successes in the industry.
