Ponniyin Selvan (2021) Trisha Krishnan as Kundavai. He keeps changing his role and sometimes it may be conusing as to which side he really belongs to. Lover of Vandiyadevan. [94] The older version of Ratnam's film adaptation had Vijay playing Vallavaraiyan Vandiyadevan one of the two protagonists [30] and Mahesh Babu playing the other protagonist role of Arulmozhivarman alias Rajaraja I alias Ponniyin Selvan, after whom the novel is named. She was the daughter of Parantaka Chola II and the elder sister of Rajaraja Chola I. The original title of Arulmozhithevan was Raja Raja Cholan. AR Rahman answers, Ponniyin Selvan: Mani Ratnam unveils title font, Roja to Tamasha: AR Rahman's musical journey over the years. Mani Ratnam is in hectic pre-production for his dream adaptation of Kalki's Ponniyin Selvan. Ponniyin Selvan was the sobriquet given to Arulmozhi varman. My vote goes to NANDHINI. Before shooting could begin, Ramachandran met with an accident, and the wound took six months to heal; Ramachandran was unable to continue with the film even after renewing the rights four years later. I have a mental picture of the Kadambur Palace that no art director can match. We recommend you to buy movies of original DVD & VCD. - Duration: 3:32. For reprint rights: Syndications Today, Trisha prepares for Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan. [88] However, a few addition in the film's cast took place, with Trisha,[89] Aishwarya Lekshmi and Vikram Prabhu were reportedly signed in the film. The new cast also looks very impressive though we miss Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi in one movie. Ramachandran bought the film rights to the novel for ₹10,000 (equivalent to ₹770,000 or US$11,000 in 2019), and would produce, direct and star in the adaptation, which would feature an ensemble cast including Vyjayanthimala, Gemini Ganesan, Padmini, Savitri, B. Saroja Devi, M. N. Rajam, T. S. Balaiah, M. N. Nambiar, O. Ponniyin Selvan (2022) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. An author is asked why he refuses to grant film rights for his novels. ... producer. Don’t even try! Vanthiyathevan is the most adorable character in the book and at times he steals the limelight from the actual “Ponniyin Selvan“. Mani Ratnam 's magum opus ' Ponniyin Selvan ' is getting bigger every day. [127], On 3 February 2021, the makers shot for a special number featuring Trisha and 250 other artists at a huge set constructed at Ramoji Film City. [132] However, their inclusion received flak from the industry, following allegations of sexual misconduct against Vairamuthu,[66] and the team removed him out of the project, following the backlash. In an interaction with an online news portal, Rahman stated "He wanted a particular sound, which is unique but at the same time relatable and we had to work really hard to get the sound. However, it received huge displeasure from netizens, as the latter was accused of sexual misconduct and harassment by several women singers and artists from the Tamil film industry. [35][36], Seven days before the scheduled start of the shoot, a photoshoot for the film was held in Chennai featuring Vijay and Mahesh Babu. [109] As of March 2020, the makers shot the major portion of the film for 90 days before shooting being interrupted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Kalki Krishnamurthy’s “ponniyin selvan”, is a historical novel giving a glimpse on politics, strategy, drama and conflicts happened in Mighty Chola Kingdom. One of the most awaited movies of Kollywood is the upcoming film of Mani Ratnam, Ponniyin Selvan. [47][48] This resulted in Silambarasan opting out of the project, citing his previous relationship with the actress did not go well. [30] Mahesh Babu was cast as Arulmozhi Varman, who later becomes the Chola emperor Rajaraja I in the project, and also expressed his delight at being selected by Ratnam. Drawing Trisha as Kundavai in Maniratnam's Ponniyin Selvan in today's drawing video. Oscars Best Picture Winners Best Picture Winners Golden Globes Emmys Black History Month STARmeter Awards San Diego Comic-Con New York Comic-Con Sundance Film Festival Toronto Int'l Film Festival Awards Central Festival Central All Events [117], On 10 December 2020, a minor schedule of the film took place in Pollachi, featuring the lead actors. ", "Vikram confirms being part of Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan, "Chiyaan Vikram on Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan: I will shoot for it early next year", "After Aishwarya Rai, Vikram is a part of Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan", "Parthiban joins the cast of Mani Ratnam's Ponnyin Selvan", "Jayaram joins Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan, "Jayaram joins Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan? Perhaps he is the only person who is aware of the birth secret of Nandhini as well as several other things concerning royal family. Cineulagam 78,109 views. [91][92], The story thread of Ponniyin Selvan spans years and more than 50 characters,[93] with 15 principal roles. [133][134] Composer Rahman did not comment about Vairamuthu's exit, since the decision was made by the officials of Mani Ratnam's production house. Ponniyin Selvan novel tells the story of the early days of Arulmozhivarman, who later became the great Chola king Rajaraja Chola. "[131], In a September 2019 interaction with the press, Ratnam confirmed his association, with Rahman and Vairamuthu, and he further stated that the film will have 12 songs, all of them written by the latter. [113] Hence, Ratnam decided to shoot major portions of the film in India. [135] He further added that, two of the songs were written by Kabilan. [114] Ratnam wanted to shoot major portions in Hyderabad, Jaisalmer, Jaipur, Madhya Pradesh and many prominent locations across India. Trisha's Instagram story. [64] Ratnam decided to retain cinematographer Santhosh Sivan for this project. Going by the latest photo, she will be reading the English version of the legendary novel. She was the only daughter of the Chola king Parantaka II (alias Sundara) and queen Vanavan Mahadevi. After signing the film, Vijay called it a "privilege" and a "dream come true" to be working with Ratnam for the first time. The second schedule of shooting took place on 3 February 2020 in Puducherry, and completed within six days. She was respected much by her father and the people for her intelligence and wit. By and large to differentiate from senior Kundavai Pirattiyar, Kundavai in PS may prefix as 'Paraantakan Kundavai' to her name as a token of fatherly affection to her beloved father, Paraantaka Sundarachozha king. [118] Vikram was reported to be present in the schedule, after completing the shoot for Cobra (2021). Plans to shoot in North Indian states during that time was changed to instead shoot in Chennai and Hyderabad. After Bhahubali, the next Epic Drama Movie is Ponniyin selvan releasing in 2021. She had an elder brother - Aditya II, and an younger brother - Rajaraja I. Mani Ratnam. It was later reported that Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will play dual roles in the film, as Nandini, the main antagonist of the novel, and her mute mother, queen Mandakini Devi. Ponniyin Selvan (transl. ", "Lal to play a warrior in Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan, "Malayalam actor Lal joins Ponniyin Selvan: I play an aged warrior in Mani Ratnam's film", "Mani Ratnam to begin shooting Ponniyin Selvan in Thailand next month", "Mani Ratnam on location recce for 'Ponniyin Selvan, "Keerthy Suresh walked out of Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan' for Rajinikanth's film", "Trisha is the latest addition in Mani's Ponniyin Selvan", "Aishwarya Lekshmi and Vikram Prabhu join the cast of Mani's dream film", "Ponniyin Selvan will be made in two parts, confirms Mani Ratnam", "Ponniyin Selvan to be a two-parter, Mani Ratnam confirms", "Mani Ratnam 's Ponniyin Selvan (In Pics) : 15 principal characters, 15 adept actors – Who's playing who in the epic adaptation? [33] During the course of the casting process, Ratnam had also considered other actors including Vikram, Suriya and Vishal but they eventually did not make the final cast. ALSO SEE | Is Vairamuthu part of Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan? She is a political player, wise, intelligent beyond her years. [53][54] Actress Amala Paul, too confirmed being a part of the film. Ponniyin Selvan Ponniyin Selvan (English: The Son of Kaveri) is a historical novel by Kalki Krishnamurthy, written in Tamil. In a mammoth effort, Ponniyin Selvan, the historical fiction by Kalki Krishnamurthy, has been made into a 32-hour graphic film. However, his unavailability made the director to sign on Ravi Varman. I have seen a few Tamil historic movies on Cholas , Pandyas and Pallavas. Ponniyin Selvan is jointly produced by Mani Ratnam's Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions. Directed by Mani Ratnam. [83][84] Prior to the film's shoot,[85] Ratnam went on a location recce across Thailand,[86] and a few reports stated on choosing Thailand as the primary spot, since its rich forests and the temples there resemble the 9th-century feel in which the story is set. [96] For his role as Azhwarkadiyan Nambi, Jayaram was sported a bald look in the film. [114] Although the team eventually planned to shoot the film in mid-November,[115] Ratnam refused to start the shoot earlier,[116] He eventually stated that, despite government allowint permission for film shootings, it was advised that the film's shooting must have minimal crew members, with not more than 75 people working on the film. Then it was Vijay Sethupathi. [105][106] Then the team moved to Hyderabad for the next schedule, on 10 February,[107] where the entire team planned to shoot at Ramoji Film City.