[31][32], There are at least five different translations of Ponniyin Selvan available in English by Indra Neelamegam,[33] Pavithra Srinivasan, CV Karthik Narayanan, Varalotti Rengasamy and Sumeetha Manikandan. Release Calendar Top 250 Movies Most Popular Movies Browse Movies by Genre Top Box Office Showtimes & Tickets Movie News India Movie Spotlight. 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. Abhimanyu Mathur is an entertainment journalist with Hindustan Times. Mani Ratnam brought the best of everything on screen for his dream project. The first part, Ponniyin Selvan: I (PS1), was released on 30 September 2022. [181] Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote "The sprawling, spectacularly mounted film is an ambitious, near-flawless adaptation of a much-loved literary work". [100] It was reported that, Karthi faced an accident while he was shooting in Hyderabad, where he was thrown up in the air, while riding a horse, however he faced only minor injuries. [34] Composer A. R. Rahman, screenwriter Jeyamohan and editor Sreekar Prasad, were retained in the new version. The wife of . While coming back from Sri Lanka, Arulmozhivarman is caught in a cyclone and goes missing. "Kalki's main intention for writing 'Ponniyin Selvan' was to spread self-awareness among Tamilians, to give them self-confidence and pride. [182] Devesh Sharma of Filmfare rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote "Watch the film for its visual grandeur, epic action sequences and some sublime acting by the entire cast". [138] An official from the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India, complained to the local officials against Ratnam, his production house Madras Talkies and the owner of the horse under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PCA) Act and Indian Penal Code (IPC), saying that several horses were continuously used for hours at the film set due to which the animals were tired and dehydrated. Ki. Who are those children and do they have the right to the throne? Copyright HT Digital Streams Ltd. All rights reserved. [166][167][168] The film performed exceptionally well in Tamil Nadu, Kerala and overseas market, but performed average in the Kannada, Telugu and Hindi belt. Their sister Kundavai lives in the Chola royal household at Pazhayarai. ", "I was supposed to do Ponniyin Selvan with Vijay:Mahesh Babu", "Mysore Palace kept out of reach of producers", "Writer Jeyamohan reveals why Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan was shelved", "Mani Ratnam to revive his Ponniyin Selvan project? [104][105], In September 2020, Ratnam eventually planned to resume the shooting at Sri Lanka,[106] but due to restrictions on international travel,[107] it was difficult for the team to get permission from the officials to resume filming,[108] and therefore decided to shoot major portions of the film in India. As the title suggests, the film is part one of two in Mani Ratnams grand adaptation of Kalki Krishnamurthys eponymous novel. Movies. The novel itself claimed to be based upon some actual historical figures, events, and some being added by Kalki to make the story more engaging for his readers. If you have watched the trailer of Ponniyin Selvan-I then you know the film is a theatrical experience. He also reveals that the ghost of Mandakini keeps haunting him in his dreams a significant reason for his deteriorating health. The other baby, a boy, remains a mystery. [26][27], Seven days before the scheduled start of the shoot, a photoshoot for the film was held in Chennai featuring Vijay and Mahesh Babu. His son Aditya Karikalan is the general of the Northern Command and lives in Kanchi. [158] Similarly, the satellite rights have been sold to Sun TV. [133] On 18 September, Mani Ratnam confirmed that the entire shooting of the first part has been wrapped, except for few sequences in the second part. It doesnt take an expert to connect the dots that Mandakini Devi is Oomai Rani. [26] The script's length was originally over nine hours long, but was shortened into a performance time of four hours and 20 minutes and featured 72 actors on a multi-level setting. The Son of Ponni) is a 2022 Indian Tamil-language epic historical action adventure film directed by Mani Ratnam, who co-wrote it with Elango Kumaravel and B. Jeyamohan. The two live happily together on a small island, but when the burden of running the kingdom comes his way, Sundara leaves her behind with the promise that he would return. Internet explodes", "Is this why Anushka Shetty rejected Mani Ratnam project Ponniyin Selvan? [149][150] Ponniyin Selvan: I had a limited Canadian release in select private theatres, including TIFF Bell Lightbox (a first for a Tamil film premier), amidst protection from law enforcement. ", "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", "Mani Ratnam 's Ponniyin Selvan (In Pics): 15 principal characters, 15 adept actors Who's playing who in the epic adaptation? [43][44][45] Vikram, who is one of the principal characters in the film, too confirmed his part. [49][50][51] Rajinikanth wanted to portray Periya Pazhuvettaraiyar, but Ratnam refused since it would upset the actor's fans; the role went to Sarathkumar. So, it only makes sense if the sequel follows the plot laid down in the books as well. Jayam Ravi will essay the main role as Arulmozhivarman, who later becomes known as Raja Raja Cholan. ", "Anushka Shetty takes a bold decision: Everyone is happy and showering praises", "Mani Ratnam reunites with Thotta Tharani", "Art director Thota Tharani teams up with Mani Ratnam for Ponniyin Selvan", "VoxTalks With Eka Lakhani: The Art Of Costume Designing In The New Age Indian Cinema", "Eka Lakhani OPENS UP about designing costumes for Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan", "Ponniyin Selvan to go on floors in November", "Mani Ratnam asks PS heroes to grow their manes", "Ponniyin Selvan: Karthi, Jayam Ravi, Ashwin Kakumanu sweat it out in the BTS picture from Mani Ratnam's film", "Ponniyin Selvan to go on floors in November; Star cast to develop attractive manes for their roles", "Ashwin Kakumanu to star in Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan adaptation", "I want to be part of something that has not been done before: Ashwin", "Actor Lal posts pic with Mani Ratnam, raises speculations", "Lal to star in Mani Ratnam's next directorial? It was reported that Karthi joined shooting in Pollachi and Ashwin Kakamanu joined shooting in Mysore. The film was shot in various locations across India, with a few sequences in Thailand. Though Karikalan knows that his life is in utter danger, he travels to Kadamboor to meet with Nandhini. [132] The team moved to Pollachi and then to Mysore to shoot some sequences. Vandiyadevan reaches the fortress of Kadamboor and overhears the conspiracy devised by the treasurer and minister of finance, Periya Pazhuvettaraiyar and other ministers to stop Aditha Karikalan from ascending the throne and install his uncle Madhurantaka Chola on it. On July 7, the makers of Ponniyin . This unfulfilled maternal protective instinct makes her care for her former lovers son Arulmozhi. PS 1 is more about drama and less about action"[194] Lakshmi Subramanian of The Week rated the film 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "Kalki's book gets Mani Ratnam's royal cinematic touch but lacks powerful storytelling". Sensing something is amiss with the courtiers, Aditha Karikalan sends his friend, the Vaanar Clan's prince, Vallavaraiyan Vandiyadevan to investigate and relay the news to his sister Princess Kundavai and Sundara Chozhar subsequently. Or, if you cant wait for part 2, you can simply wade through the 2,000 pages of Kalkis magnum opus. [55][56] This also resulted in Anushka Shetty opting out of the project. [113] The team stated that the major schedule of the film will take place in January 2021, and was touted to be the biggest schedule, which will be wrapped up in a single stretch. [59][60] Costume designer Eka Lakhani travelled to Thanjavur temples to study sculptures, meet weavers, and understand the heritage before starting the process of designing.[61][62]. Nandini is a fictionalized character in the novel, Ponniyin Selvan, written by Kalki. But the latter's delay made Varman to quit the film, making him available for Ponniyin Selvan. [65][66][67] In October 2019, Ashwin Kakumanu announced his inclusion in the project. Kundavai meets Aditha Karikalan and tells him to arrive back at the kingdom by arguing that her decision to have Nandini banished was right as she took that decision as a princess, but Aditha Karikalan still adamantly refuses. [195] Haricharan Pudipeddi of Hindustan Times stated "Mani Ratnam has managed the unthinkable--adapt the literary classic with finesse and impact. ", "Ponniyin Selvan: Rajinikanth had imagined Sridevi as Kundavai, asked Mani Ratnam to give him a cameo", "Elango Kumaravel to co-write Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan' adaptation", "Cinematographer Ravi Varman opts out of Shankar's 'Indian 2, "Rahman, Mani Ratnam criticised for choosing Vairamuthu for Ponniyin Selvan", "Mani Ratnam and AR Rahman to work with Vairamuthu, who was named in #MeToo? till now only Aishwarya Rai perfect to play Nadhini role in Maniratnam's Ponniyin Selvan in big screen as Aishwarya Rai has is most beautiful lady in the planet with uniqueness and she is most versatile artists too. ", "Ponniyin Selvan in 32-hour animation film", "Writer Jeyamohan reveals why Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan was shelved", "Ponniyin Selvan to come alive on screen", "Live Chennai: Ponniyin Selvan serial in internet: Eros announces,Ponniyin Selvan serial,internet, Eros announces", "Puthu Vellam: Soundarya Rajinikanth announces Ponniyin Selvan web series", "Another Ponniyin Selvan adaptation: A 125-episode series with music by Ilaiyaraaja", "MGR's dream project to be turned into film, web series by Ajay Pratheeb", "Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan' poster out, lyricist not mentioned in crew", "Mani Ratnam wraps 'Ponniyin Selvan' shoot", "Mani Ratnam wraps up Ponniyin Selvan shoot, film is set to release in 30th September 2022", " ! He had two sons, Aditya Karikalan, Arulmozhivarman, and a daughter named Kundavai. 'Raja Raja Chozhan' was also presented at the Motilal Nehru Centenary celebrations in Delhi in 1961, earning compliments from Nehru for the splendid acting. [85] Post shooting being suspended due to lockdown, Trisha trained in horseriding at the Madras School of Equitation,[86] where she was enrolled for a special course on 26 October 2020, and completed within 14 November 2020. The polished cast and crew will keep you engaged". [2] She is the daughter of Mandakini Devi and Veerapandiyan, who was the Pandiya King. With cult-like followers, the novel's. She is often in recluse, but very fond of Poonguzhali. In late 2010, Ratnam renewed his interest in the project and worked alongside writer Jeyamohan to finalise the script for the film adaptation of Ponniyin Selvan. Nandhini in the meantime calls Aditya Karikalan to Kadamboor Palace to discuss the future of the kingdom. He surely must have visualised Bharathiyar's "Pudhumai Penn" film in mind to write each of his characters, Gowri Ramnarayan, Kalki's granddaughter said in an interview. [124] After filming for a schedule ended in March, the next schedule was to start in May; by 23 April, it was delayed to June due to a spike in COVID-19 cases. [178] Sukanya Verma of Rediff rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote "Mani Ratnam's eye for intimacy, enigma, humour and menace bring out the glory of its source and all the imagination in store. Karthi finished shooting for his portions on 16 September 2021. [57][58] Art director Thota Tharani signed the new version of the project, thus replacing Sabu Cyril, who worked in the old version. [77] However, a few addition in the film's cast took place, with Trisha,[78] Aishwarya Lekshmi and Vikram Prabhu were reportedly signed in the film. The assassination of prince Aditha Karikalan is reported to be an act of revenge for killing King Veerapandiyan, but it is not clearly known who and all had a role in the death. Ramachandran bought the film rights to the novel for 10,000 (equivalent to 810,000 or US$10,000 in 2020), 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. Menu. Composer Ilaiyaraaja and cinematographer P. C. Sreeram became attached to the project, while actors including Sathyaraj and Prabhu were cast in pivotal roles. Mandakini Devi aka Oomai Rani is one of the characters played by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in the film. The Indian Express website has been rated GREEN for its credibility and trustworthiness by Newsguard, a global service that rates news sources for their journalistic standards. [70][71] He further confirmed his inclusion, stating that he will play the role of an aged warrior in the film. They call her the Oomai Rani (the mute queen). This mysterious old woman is revealed to be Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in a dual role. All said and done, the father of the two children also makes up for another interesting plot twist. [54] In September 2019, Ratnam confirmed that he will be working with the composer and lyricist duo Rahman and Vairamuthu, who were a part of Ratnam's frequent collaborations since Roja (1992). [126], Filming resumed in July 2021 at Puducherry. 5.Nandini/Mandakini Devi. Basically, Nandini is a character who uses everyone to achieve her target, which is to kill Aditha. Produced by Ratnam and Subaskaran Allirajah under Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions, the film is the second of two cinematic parts based on the 1954 novel Ponniyin . Ponniyin Selvan: I has been released in theatres and is running quite successfully. Raja Gambhira Sambhuvarayar I; Sambuvarayar Coins, Karthi as Vanthiyathevan and Jayaram as Azhwarkadiyan Nambi, Tamil Inscriptions in Thanjavur Brahadeeshwara Temple written 1000 years ago, Illustration by Varghese Kallada; Vikram in Aditha Karikalan. The conspiracy is broken due to a lack of motivation and the head of the conspiracy comes to senses. ", "Vikram finalised for Mani Ratnam's adaptation of Ponniyin Selvan? ", "Trisha completes horse riding course for Ponniyin Selvan", "Jayam Ravi wraps up his portions in 'Ponniyin Selvan', Karthi reveals his character! Ponniyin Selvan makes Vandiyadevan disguise himself as Ponniyin Selvan, and leaves with Poonguzhali, disguised as the mahout to meet the convoy when his well-wishers prevent him from doing so, fearing threat for his life from Pazhuvettaraiyar. By Aava Khanal September 27, 2022 Nandini is the fictional character of actress Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's upcoming period action Indian film Ponniyin Selvan: I (PS-I). Madras Talkies be like "We gave you Aishwarya Rai'sPS2 poster a year ago, dont ask us again" #AishwaryaRaiBachchan #PonniyinSelvan . In the book, Oomai Ranis character development goes on for a few chapters, which has been shortened in the film to just two scenes. [20] Arya also joined the project to play a third leading male role after the script was narrated to him. The film is a fictionalised account of the early days of Chola emperor Rajaraja I aka Arulmozhi Varman aka Ponniyin Selvan (literally Ponnis beloved). Vandhiyathevan, Kundhavi, Nandhi/Mandakini, and . The makers announced that the series would have 125 episodes, with technicians such as Ilaiyaraaja and Sabu Cyril joining the team. But they could not marry. Rahman-composed "Chola Chola" track from Mani Ratnam's upcoming epic period action film "Ponniyin Selvan: I . While on his way to reach the shore where he expects the Chola soldiers to lead him to Tanjore, he discovers they have all been butchered by the Pandyans and Vanthiyathevan has been tied to the mast of a ship. The Ponniyin Selvan: 2 glimpse also shares a few visuals of the film's female leads Trisha as Kundavai and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in dual roles as Nandini and Mandakini, with actor Jayaram also . [180] Sudhir Srinivasan of Cinema Express rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote "Perhaps the foremost pleasure of a Mani Ratnam film is in experiencing his wizardry over the medium. The Andhra Pradesh and Telangana distribution rights were bagged by Sri Venkateswara Creations and Dil Raju. Rangarajan on the screenplay, but the project was later stalled.[17]. [145] The trailer featured Kamal Haasan voice-over in the Tamil version and Anil Kapoor, Rana Daggubati, Prithviraj Sukumaran and Jayanth Kaikini voice-overs in Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada version of the trailer respectively. But what is Mandakinis connection to Arulmozhi and why is she so protective of him? He writes about cinema, TV, and OTT, churning out interviews, reviews, and good old news stories. Well have to wait for the second part to find out. [143] The film's teaser trailer was released on 8 July 2022 in Tamil and dubbed versions of Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam and Kannada languages.[144]. [164] The film became the highest-grossing Tamil film of the year 2022, the fourth-highest-grossing Tamil film of all time and the 15th highest-grossing Indian film of all time, The film earned around 80 crore (US$10million) on its opening day worldwide and debuted no.1 in countries like Singapore, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Australia and reached the top 3 in the USA. After winning the war against Raja Mahinda in Lanka, Ponniyin Selvan meets Vandiyadevan, who relays messages for him from Kundavai and Vaanathi (Ponniyin Selvan's love interest and Princess of Kodumbalur) by reaching Lanka with the help of a rowing woman Poonguzhali. First a quick recap of PS1 and the myriad of characters we met in the historical epic. We have a cheat sheet for you", "Ponniyin Selvan 1: Deepa Venkat Who Voiced Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Character Pens A Long 'Thank You' Note Praising The Actress", "The Face Behind The Voice of Kundavai | Dubbing Artist Krithika Nelson Interview | Trisha, PS 1", " Voice- Theatre- ", "Ponniyin Selvan: Kamal Haasan, Anil Kapoor, Rana Daggubati lend voices for trailers of Mani Ratnam's film", "10 .., !-' ' ", "Age hardly withers charm of Ponniyin Selvan", "Mani Ratnam first discussed 'Ponniyin Selvan' with Kamal Haasan in 1989. 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Overall it was staged 2,146 times. He appears to acquiesce, but later tricks everyone during the coronation ceremony and crowns his uncle Uthama Chola instead. My guess is like either "Veerapandiyan" or "Karuthiruman". He would write, We have deserted our hero for a long time. [155] The overseas theatrical rights of the film were acquired by TentKotta. They both want to expand the Chola kingdom. In a fit of rage, Aditha Karikalan beheaded Veerapandiyan causing a depressed Nandini to swear vengeance against his family. Vandiyathevan also meets Brahmarayar's spy Azhwarkadiyan Nambi, a man who roams the country challenging Shaivites to debates. This incident gave birth to his legendary nickname as people believed he was saved by the Goddess Kaveri herself. (Source: Nilakanda Sastri K.A.). [146] It was previously scheduled to release on summer (MayJuly) 2022, but was postponed due to production works. In the historical drama, she portrays Queen Nandini and Mandakini simultaneously. The emperors courtiers, led by Periya Pazhuvettaraiyar (Parvateshwar in the Hindi version) and his scheming wife Nandini (Aishwarya Rai) are planning a coup. One of the leading characters in Ponniyin Selvan 1 is Nandini, the daughter of Mandakini Devi. [31] While Vikram,[32] Vijay Sethupathi and Jayam Ravi decided to play the lead roles, along with Silambarasan in a crucial role,[33] Amitabh Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan too assigned the project; the former playing the role of Sundara Chola in the film. [11][7] Ramachandran also requested Bharathiraja to make the film. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan will play the dual roles of Nandini and Mandakini Devi in the much-awaited film. ", "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? "He had . After learning this, Vandiyedavan meets Pazhuvettaraiyar's wife Nandini, who tells him to meet her at her building and gives her ring to him for entry into the royal palace when he expresses that he wants to deliver Nambi's message to her. In Sri Lanka, Arulmozhivarman realizes that his father had spent some time on a nearby island and had been with a girl who was born deaf and mute. R Sarath Kumar will be seen portraying his character in Ponniyin Selvan. As the camera pans to her face, we see an aged Aishwarya Rai. Thus the fifth part of the book is named as Thiyaaga Sigaram, the pinnacle of sacrifice. [127] In August, the team went to Madhya Pradesh for location scouting, so that they can shoot the pending portions, and later resumed the shoot in Orchha and Gwalior. She is the daughter of Sundara Chozhar and sisters of Aditya Karikalan (Chiyaan Vikram) and Arulmozhi Varman (Jayam Ravi). Answer (1 of 4): there were several mysteries around Nandini that no other main characters were able to decipher until the very end. The attacks, which have happened during screenings of Theri (2016) and Kurup (2021), are alleged to have been conducted by owners of Woodside Cinemas and York Cinemas, a local theatre chain in Toronto attempting to hold monopoly of screening Tamil films. His two-film adaptation featured an ensemble cast consisting of Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jayam Ravi, Karthi and Trisha. her birth was one such mysteries. . Why Is It Called Ponniyin Selvan? TV Sadasiva Pandarathar, a Tamil historian even suggested that he might have belonged to the eastern Chalukya dynasty, but without offering much evidence to support his claim. [88], Ponniyin Selvan was originally planned as a single film with a budget of 500 crore. At the onset, we suggest a second viewing of this film if you are in awe of its scale. The Climax is being set. Most memorable among the female characters is Nandhini, whose beauty is said to have the power to influence any man. The second schedule was wrapped up on 26 February 2020.