We had recently reported that Mani Ratnam had dropped Vairamuthu from Ponniyin Selvan after the lyricist faced serious allegations in the #MeToo controversy. Now it is learnt that Mani Ratnam and the film’s composer AR Rahman roped in Kabilan to pen two songs for the film and they have also completed the recording. Once the director returns from the ongoing… Continue reading "Mani Ratnam finds replacement for Vairamuthu"
There was a buzz that Vairamuthu would be penning the lyrics for Ponniyiin Selvan but the makers have not mentioned his name in the press release which announced the cast and crew of the movie According to reports, director Mani Ratnam skipped his name to avoid controversy. It’s worth mentioning, there were many #MeToo allegations against the award-winning lyricist. Vikram,… Continue reading "Mani Ratnam sacks Vairamuthu from Ponniyin Selvan?"
Actor R Parthiepan has opted out of Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus Ponniyin Selvan citing to commitment in other projects. The actor confirmed the news to an entertainment portal stating that he opted out due to date issues. Produced by Lyca in association with Madras Talkies, the movie has other megastars onboard including Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Vikram, Jayam Ravi,… Continue reading "Parthiepan out of Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan?"
The cast of Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus Ponniyin Selvan is getting stronger each passing day. Now the latest update is that Trisha and Amitabh Bachchan are a part of the film. So far both Trisha and Amitabh have not officially announced their presence in Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan. Popular Malayalam actor Lal has also revealed that the film will be made… Continue reading "Amitabh Bachchan, Trisha in Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan?"
In conversation with Subhash Ghai, Shaji N. Karun & Derek Malcolm on the evolution of Indian Cinema in the last 50 years was held at the 50th edition of IFFI. The session started with the felicitation of Subhash Ghai, Shaji N. Karun, Derek Malcolm and Taran Adarsh by Ira Joshi, DG, AIR. Veteran filmmaker Subhash Ghai said, “The important thing… Continue reading "I got to know about Tamil culture through Mani Ratnam films: Subhash Ghai"
The Bihar police has ordered closure of a sedition case lodged against nearly 50 celebrities, including personalities Mani Ratnam, Revathy, Shyam Benegal and Anurag Kashyap, and the complainant would be prosecuted for levelling “false” allegations. Muzaffarpur SSP Manoj Kumar Sinha said the order has been issued by him for the closure of the case, pointing out that allegations were levelled… Continue reading "Sedition case against Mani Ratnam and others dropped"
In compliance with a local court directive, Muzaffarpur police today lodged an FIR against 49 personalities including Mani Ratnam, Ramachandra Guha and Aparna Sen. The above had written an open letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi raising concern over the growing incidents of mob killing. The case was lodged after an order was passed by Chief Judicial Magistrate Surya Kant… Continue reading "Sedition case slapped on Mani Ratnam"
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has officially confirmed that she will be a part of Mani Ratnam’s upcoming film, which is said to be inspired by Kalki’s legendary novel Ponniyin Selvan. “Though Mani hasn’t officially confirmed yet, the word is out so yes I’m working with him. I’m more than thrilled, excited, and overwhelmed to work with my guru,” she said in… Continue reading "Aishwarya Rai confirms being part of Mani Ratnam’s next"
Arun Vijay and Aishwarya Rajesh have wrapped up their portions in Mani Ratnam’s Chekka Chivantha Vaanam. Recently, Arvind Swamy too completed his portions, it may be noted. Aishwarya Rajesh tweeted: “It’s a wrap 4 me #CCV Watta an amazing experience working wit mani sir … it’s my dream come true … Thank u so much sir”. Arun Vijay wrote: “And,… Continue reading "Major update on Mani Ratnam’s next"
After Kattru Veliyidai, ace director Mani Ratnam was set to start his next film soon. But he is yet to do so, and it is learnt that he is yet to finalise the cast. “Mani sir is in talks with a few actors and this includes Madhavan. But he hasn’t signed anyone yet and the process will take a few… Continue reading "Mani Ratnam finds it tough to finalise cast for his next"