Over a long period, Director Mani Ratnam has consistently provided entertainment and produced outstanding films. Below is a selection of his works, so feel free to choose your preferred titles among them.
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Mani Ratnam’s movies have entertained audiences for years, and here are some of his best films for you to pick your favorites from.
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1. Nayakan
- Cast: Kamal Haasan, Saranya, Karthika, Janagaraj, Vijayan
- Genre: Crime drama
A thrilling film set against 1980s Mumbai showcases the story of Sakthivel Naicker, a resident from the slums who climbs to power, eventually ruling as the city’s crime lord. Drawing inspiration from the life of the Bombay underworld figure Varadarajan Mudaliar and the classic American film The Godfather, this movie paints a vivid picture of a man’s rise to power in the criminal underworld.
2. Raavanan
- Cast: Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Karthik, Prabhu
- Genre: Action adventure
As a devoted follower, I can attest that the film “Raavanan” is a reinterpretation of the ancient Indian epic, Ramayana. In this tale, I find myself drawn to the character of Dev Prakash Subramaniam, a relentless police officer, who embarks on a mission to capture Veeraiya, a tribal leader turned Naxalite. Yet, an unexpected turn occurs when Veeraiya abducts my wife, Raagini. As the story unfolds, she starts to empathize with him and his ideology, developing affection for this enigmatic figure.
3. Aayutha Ezthuthu
- Cast: Suriya, R Madhavan, Siddharth, Esha Deol, Meera Jasmine, Trisha, Sriman
- Genre: Political action
Aayutha Ezthuthu translates to “The Game” in English. It’s a Tamil political thriller revolving around three principal characters: Michael, Arjun, and Inbasekar. The central theme of this film lies in demonstrating how a college election can foster student well-being, emphasizing the necessity of embracing fresh political leadership to maintain order, while also depicting the turmoil that unfolds along the way.
4. OK Kanmani
- Cast: Dulquer Salmaan, Nithya Menen, Prakash Raj, Leela Samson
- Genre: Romantic drama
OK Kanmani, or O Kadhal Kanmani, tells the tale of a contemporary pair from the 2010s who are enjoying a blissful, unattached romance. But as their bond deepens and emotions become intricate, the film delves into whether they can maintain their love and if genuine love truly exists in such an arrangement.
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2025-02-27 19:08