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Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi to begin shooting for Mani Ratnam film in 2026? Find out

Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi to begin shooting for Mani Ratnam film in 2026? Find out

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Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi are set to headline a project directed by Mani Ratnam. Although the film was announced earlier online, it appears that the project may go on floors in June 2026. Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi’s movie with Mani Ratnam to shoot from June 2026? According to an online report, Mani Ratnam is expected to begin shooting in June 2026. The Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi starrer is also expected to have a promo shoot in April. While more details about the film have not been revealed, it is expected to be a quick project and may be wrapped up within 40 days. However, this is based on reports, and no official confirmation has been made by the makers. Earlier, the project was announced by Madras Talkies under the tentative title Production No. 23. The film will once again have AR Rahman handling the music and background score, dismissing initial rumors that the filmmaker might collaborate with Sai Abhyankkar for the project. Reportedly, the composition work is currently underway, with the composer …

Internet compares Ramayana teaser to ‘visually splendid’ Ponniyin Selvan films: ‘Not everyone is Mani Ratnam’

Internet compares Ramayana teaser to ‘visually splendid’ Ponniyin Selvan films: ‘Not everyone is Mani Ratnam’

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Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana is one of the most-awaited films of the year. Many fans expected the new glimpse of the mega-budget adaptation of one of India’s most recognisable epics would deliver world-class visuals. However, the new glimpse, which introduced Ranbir Kapoor as Rama, has not impressed many on social media. Many users on social media drew a quick comparison with recent historical dramas, like the Ponniyin Selvan films made by Mani Ratnam. (Also read: Ramayana teaser reactions: Reddit hails Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, others say film gives Adipurush 2.0) Internet drew comparisons of the new glimpse of Ramayana with Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan. ‘Not everyone can be Mani Ratnam’ Reacting to the teaser, one social media user commented, “Not everyone is Mani Ratnam.” The user also attached a clip of the filmmaker’s Ponniyin Selvan, which had similar grand sets and beautiful costume designs. The film is set in the historical reign of the Chola dynasty and describes the socio-political setting in the 10th century India. It tells the story of a soldier (Karthi as …

Mani Ratnam reunites with Vijay Sethupathi and AR Rahman, brings Sai Pallavi into the fold for next film | Tamil News

Mani Ratnam reunites with Vijay Sethupathi and AR Rahman, brings Sai Pallavi into the fold for next film | Tamil News

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3 min readHyderabadMar 20, 2026 09:02 PM IST Three of Tamil cinema’s most celebrated names are coming together for what is shaping up to be one of the most anticipated projects of the year. Filmmaker Mani Ratnam is set to direct a new romantic film starring Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi as the lead pair, a combination that has sent ripples of excitement across the industry and among fans of all three artistes. While Sethupathi and Ratnam share a history, having collaborated on the 2018 action-crime thriller Chekka Chivantha Vaanam, Sethupathi’s pairing with Pallavi is expected to bring a fresh dynamic. Both actors are widely regarded as powerhouse performers, raising expectations for this collaboration. Earlier reports suggested that Dhruv Vikram and Rukmini Vasanth were considered for the lead roles, while Silambarasan was also one of the choices. However, Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi have been finalised for the film tentatively titled Madras Talkies Production 23. Adding another layer of anticipation to the project is the return of AR Rahman to the Mani Ratnam fold. The …

Mani Ratnam Locks AR Rahman for Next With Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi

Mani Ratnam Locks AR Rahman for Next With Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi

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Putting an end to ongoing speculation, the makers of Mani Ratnam’s upcoming film have officially confirmed that AR Rahman will compose the music for the project. The announcement was made on Friday by Madras Talkies, which is producing the film in association with Lyca Productions and India Talkies. Rahman returns to Mani Ratnam’s world The update comes amid recent buzz that young composer Sai Abhyankkar had been roped in for the film. However, the latest confirmation reinstates Rahman as Mani Ratnam’s long-time collaborator, continuing one of Indian cinema’s most celebrated director-composer partnerships. Tentatively titled Production No. 23, the film features Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi in the lead. While the announcement has sparked considerable excitement, key details including the film’s genre, storyline, and supporting cast are still under wraps. Rahman’s association with Mani Ratnam has consistently produced memorable soundtracks, and this reunion is expected to carry forward that legacy. Given their track record, the music is already shaping up to be one of the film’s biggest highlights. Busy slates for Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi …

Mani Ratnam announces new film with Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi; AR Rahman composing, not Sai Abhyankkar

Mani Ratnam announces new film with Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi; AR Rahman composing, not Sai Abhyankkar

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Filmmaker Mani Ratnam has announced his next project after the disappointment of his Kamal Haasan-starrer Thug Life last year. On Thursday, his production house, Madras Talkies, announced that his next film will be headlined by Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi. AR Rahman will compose the music for it amid rumours that Sai Abhyankkar is on board. Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi will headline Mani Ratnam’s next. Mani Ratnam’s next film announced On Thursday, Madras Talkies made a joint Instagram post with Lyca Productions, Sethupathi, and Pallavi. They wrote, “Delighted to welcome @sonymusic_south as the Audio Partner for #MadrasTalkiesProduction23. #Subaskaran presents. A #ManiRatnam Film. An @arrahman Musical. Produced by @lycaproductions @madrastalkies #IndiaTalkies. Starring @actorvijaysethupathi @saipallavi.senthamarai.” Rahman is confirmed to be joining hands with Mani, despite this week’s rumours that Abhyankkar is on board. Reacting to the news, one fan commented, “Happppaaaaa ARR musical.” Another commented, “We believe we’re gonna get something really beautiful really peaceful really soothing.” One Instagram user even wrote, “Finally… Full stop to all the rumors!!” while another commented, “Another soulful album loading.” …

Mani Ratnam to continue collaboration with AR Rahman? Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi starrer to lock Rs 15 crore deal; Report

Mani Ratnam to continue collaboration with AR Rahman? Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi starrer to lock Rs 15 crore deal; Report

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Director Mani Ratnam is gearing up to helm his next project, with Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi as the co-leads. It now appears that the makers have finalized the music rights deal with AR Rahman, marking yet another collaboration with the filmmaker. Did Mani Ratnam’s next film lock a musical rights deal worth Rs 15 crore? According to online reports, Mani Ratnam is set to direct a film starring Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi in the lead roles. The film will once again feature AR Rahman as the music director, with the makers reportedly locking a deal for the music rights worth Rs 15 crore. Reports suggest that the composition work is currently underway, with the musician having already completed two songs. Earlier, there were speculations that Mani Ratnam might replace AR Rahman with Sai Abhyankkar as the composer. However, no official update regarding the film has been made so far. Previously, Vijay Sethupathi confirmed that he would be collaborating with Mani Ratnam and that the film would feature Sai Pallavi as the co-lead, marking …

Mani Ratnam to have Sai Abhyankkar over AR Rahman for Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi’s film? Here’s what we know

Mani Ratnam to have Sai Abhyankkar over AR Rahman for Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi’s film? Here’s what we know

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Vijay Sethupathi recently confirmed that he will be working with director Mani Ratnam on a new film, co-starring Sai Pallavi. Now, it appears that musician Sai Abhyankkar might replace AR Rahman in the project, marking a departure from the director’s usual practice. Dude composer Sai Abhyankkar to replace AR Rahman in Mani Ratnam’s next film? According to a report by Valai Pechu, director Mani Ratnam is considering roping in music composer Sai Abhyankkar for his upcoming film. However, this remains an unconfirmed report and is yet to receive an official update. If the report turns out to be true, Sai Abhyankkar would become the third music composer to collaborate with the OK Kanmani director. Mani Ratnam initially worked with Ilaiyaraaja on his early films. Later, with the 1992 film Roja, he began his long-standing collaboration with AR Rahman, which has spanned over three decades. Now, it appears that the filmmaker might break this pattern. However, an official confirmation is still awaited. Earlier, Vijay Sethupathi confirmed that he would be collaborating with Mani Ratnam and that …

Why Brinda Master questioned Mani Ratnam over Aishwarya Rai’s role in Ponniyin Selvan: ‘I was feeling extremely bad’ | Bollywood News

Why Brinda Master questioned Mani Ratnam over Aishwarya Rai’s role in Ponniyin Selvan: ‘I was feeling extremely bad’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiMar 12, 2026 07:33 PM IST For over two decades, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has often been described as one of the most beautiful actresses of all time. Though she may not be as active in films today, her occasional public appearances continue to leave fans in awe of her timeless beauty and grace. Recently, choreographer Brinda Master opened up about working with the former Miss World and revealed how, despite immense fame and success, Aishwarya has always remained hardworking and grounded. Recalling their association during Mani Ratnam’s epic films Ponniyin Selvan: I and Ponniyin Selvan: II, Brinda shared that she had actually felt disappointed that Aishwarya didn’t have a dance number in either film. Speaking to O2India, Brinda said, “There were no songs for Aishwarya Rai in both PS-1 and PS-2. I was feeling extremely bad about it. I even asked Mani sir why Aishwarya didn’t have a song in the film, because she is such a great dancer. I couldn’t meet her during the shoot, but people told me that for …

Vijay Sethupathi confirms 2nd collaboration with director Mani Ratnam, Sai Pallavi to play co-lead

Vijay Sethupathi confirms 2nd collaboration with director Mani Ratnam, Sai Pallavi to play co-lead

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Vijay Sethupathi is working on his next movie, Pocket Novel, along with several other projects in his lineup. As the actor gears up for his upcoming releases, he has now confirmed that he will be working with director Mani Ratnam once again soon. Vijay Sethupathi confirms project with director Mani Ratnam Speaking with Variety India, Vijay Sethupathi confirmed that he will be collaborating with director Mani Ratnam. The movie will also feature actress Sai Pallavi as the co-lead, marking her first project with the director. The actor said, “I’ve worked with Mani sir before, in Chekka Chivantha Vaanam in 2018. This time, we will be doing something completely different. The Vijay Sethupathi who entered the film industry seeking small roles is still alive.” Vijay continued, “I want to make sure he remains alive even while working with Mani Ratnam. When I entered the industry, all I wanted was to stand in front of the camera and deliver my dialogue. Even today, I feel so alive when I’m in front of the camera.” While more details …

When Aishwarya Rai was asked to shoot at 5 am by Mani Ratnam: ‘You people are torturing me’ | Bollywood News

When Aishwarya Rai was asked to shoot at 5 am by Mani Ratnam: ‘You people are torturing me’ | Bollywood News

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With songs like “Dola Re Dola”, “Kajra Re” and “Crazy Kiya Re”, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has long been celebrated not only for her acting but also for the grace and command she brings to the tradition of song and dance. A quick look through her filmography reveals a performer who treats dance as an extension of the character she’s portraying. Much of that artistic journey has been shaped by her collaborations with filmmaker Mani Ratnam, beginning with her debut in Iruvar and continuing through films such as Guru. Across these projects, Ratnam consistently highlighted both her acting depth and her expressive physicality. A key creative force behind that collaboration has been renowned choreographer and director Brinda Master, who recently reflected on her experience of working with Aishwarya in a conversation with O2India. Talking about working with Aishwarya in Guru, Brinda said, “It’s such a gift to have actors like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan. Aishwarya, I am a big fan of hers as a dancer because I was the first choreographer of her in …