The master filmmaker Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus, “Ponniyin Selvan: 1,” has been in the works for more than two years. Some of the biggest names in Indian cinema, including Mani Ratnam, AR Rahman, Chiyaan Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ravi Varman, and Thota Tharani, have collaborated on the movie.
The massive scope and ensemble cast of “PS:1” have piqued the imaginations of moviegoers all around the world. The fact that it is a film version of the same-titled 1955 novel by Kalki Krishnamurthy raises the intrigue level of the picture.
Although most Tamil viewers are familiar with the epic novel, its plot, and its characters, the movie is anticipated to provide new narrative horizons to audiences who have not yet had the opportunity to appreciate the grandeur of “Ponniyin Selvan.”
Here are the top five factors that will probably impact Indian cinema with Ratnam’s “PS:1.”
Visual Grandeur
It’s clear from the teasers and advertisements that “PS:1” will be a visual feast. Ratnam is renowned for capturing beauty’s essence on the big screen. His films have become incredibly well-known for their striking visual narratives. Ratnam worked with the renowned director of photography, Ravi Varman, on “PS:1”. Thota Tharani, a production designer, creates amazing artwork to go along with Varman’s expert camerawork. Eka Lakhani, a costume designer for Ratnam’s “Ravanan,” is receiving plaudits for the movie’s outfits.
Music by AR Rahman
When Mani Ratnam and Academy Award winner AR Rahman collaborate, magic happens. The film’s soundtrack, which was created by the music legend, is already trending online. Rahman matched the music for “PS:1” to the era and the film’s dramatic storyline. Anyone who likes background music will be in for a treat in addition to the tunes.
It’s Aishwarya Rai Bachchan. Return to Screen
For the fourth time, Bachchan, one of the first pan-Indian actresses, will work with Ratnam. Before the movie’s premiere, the actress, who is rarely seen in public, was spotted promoting it. Even more intriguingly, the former Miss World will be featured in the author-supported characters of Mandakini Devi and Pazhuvoor Queen Nandini. The dramatic change of events in the epic action film is thought to have been set off by her character Nandini.
epic adaptation of a well-known novel
‘Ponniyin Selvan’ is regarded as one of the best Tamil novels ever written. The novel, written by renowned novelist Kalki Krishnamurthy, was serialised in Kalki Magazine’s weekly issues between 1950 and 1954. In 1955, it was released as a compiled book. The story follows the early years of Arulmozhivarman, who later rose to power as Rajaraja Chola 1 between 947 and 1014 CE.
Even today, the book has a cult following, and several filmmakers have tried to adapt it for the big screen. However, the epic story’s grandeur and scope proved to be a barrier for many performers and filmmakers who wished to create it. Now that Mani Ratnam is in charge of the big movie, there are many exciting things to anticipate. Significant roles were also played in the film by Trisha Krishnan, Jayam Ravi, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Sobhita Dhulipala, R. Sarathkumar, Vikram Prabhu, Jayaram, Rahman, and R. Parthiban.
A Warrior Act by Vikram
One of the most prominent and well-known actors in the Tamil cinema industry is Chiyaan Vikram. In “PS:1,” he appears in a brand-new avatar. The famed actor’s warrior-like appearance has already generated excitement. He will be seen acting as the Chola Emperor, Aditha Karikalan. Vikram and Bachchan will appear in the same movie for the second time. The actor, who has amassed hordes of fans for his acting prowess, is predicted to win the audience over with his portrayal of a fierce warrior.
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