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Top 5 Highest-Grossing Aishwarya Rai Movies: From Ponniyin Selvan: I To Dhoom 2

Top 5 Highest-Grossing Aishwarya Rai Movies: From Ponniyin Selvan: I To Dhoom 2

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s Top 5 Highest-Grossing Films(Photo Credit –Instagram) With her exquisite look, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan once again made headlines around the world at Cannes 2026, currently making her one of the most viral Indian celebrities globally. Apart from following her fashion, Aishwarya also achieved a lot on the big screen, especially with her Tamil and Hindi movies. Her films range from mega historical epics to cool action thrillers and romantic dramas, all of which have been among the most box-office-successful films of Bollywood. Here are Aishwarya Rai’s top 5 films ranked by box office collections. 1. Ponniyin Selvan: I (2022) Director: Mani Ratnam IMDb Rating: 7.5 Worldwide Box Office: ₹488.36 crores Streaming On: Prime Video Plot: This film follows the political conspiracy and struggle in the Chola dynasty and is based on the famous novel written by Kalki Krishnamurthy. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who plays the role of Nandini, has several secret plans and the ability to face the problems with intelligence, making Nandini a powerful character in the movie. 2. Ponniyin Selvan: II (2023) …

VCK shreds Vijay over ‘WhatsApp letter’ seeking support for TVK to form Tamil Nadu govt: ‘Arrogance…’

VCK shreds Vijay over ‘WhatsApp letter’ seeking support for TVK to form Tamil Nadu govt: ‘Arrogance…’

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A WhatsApp letter by Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) seeking support apparently miffed the Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK), which is amid the small parties holding cards currently in TVK’s struggle for reaching the majority mark after a stunning electoral debut in the Tamil Nadu election. Actor-turned-politician Vijay, president of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), waves as he arrives at his party’s office (REUTERS) TVK won 108 seats in the recently concluded Tamil Nadu election, just 10 short of the majority mark of 118 in the 234-member state assembly. Track latest in Tamil Nadu govt formation here The party now is need of 12 more MLAs from other winning parties, the list of which includes VCK as well. VCK slams Vijay VCK general secretary Sinthanai Selvan, however, on Friday wondered whether Vijay is “faltering in handling the extraordinary post-election situation, or if the second-rung leaders around him are leading him astray.” “BJP’s Attempt to Impose Governor’s Rule through the Back Door in Tamil Nadu. The People of Tamil Nadu Must Stay Vigilant,” he began his post as …

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 …

‘Aishwarya Rai didn’t sit for 7 hours to avoid creasing outfit’: Ponniyin Selvan jeweller recalls actor’s ‘extreme professionalism’ | Bollywood News

‘Aishwarya Rai didn’t sit for 7 hours to avoid creasing outfit’: Ponniyin Selvan jeweller recalls actor’s ‘extreme professionalism’ | Bollywood News

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3 min readMumbaiMar 17, 2026 04:59 PM IST Two years ago, when Sobhita Dhulipala tied the knot with Naga Chaitanya, her bridal look quickly went viral. It captured widespread attention for its dreamy yet deeply rooted approach to tradition. Recently, Pratiksha Prashant from a legacy jewellery house from Hyderabad, spoke about the very same jewellery that Sobhita had worn earlier in Ponniyin Selvan. Pratiksha had worked on those pieces, which Sobhita later chose to wear again for her wedding, adding a layer of personal significance to her bridal ensemble. ‘Sobhita Dhulipala has her own style’ “Shobhita, she wore our jewellery in the film. And then at her wedding. She was very clear from the beginning, while we were doing the film, that whenever she gets married, she told me, ‘Pratiksha, I’m going to wear your jewellery’,” said Pratiksha in a chat with Fashionably Pernia. She further added, “Even in the film, she looked incredible. She has something about her own style. She’s very stylish and has a very good taste.” ‘Aishwarya Rai is a thorough …

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 …

Makkal Selvan Ends The Year With A 50% Success Ratio, Thanks To Thalaivan Thalaivii

Makkal Selvan Ends The Year With A 50% Success Ratio, Thanks To Thalaivan Thalaivii

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Vijay Sethupathi Box Office Report Card 2025(Photo Credit –YouTube) Vijay Sethupathi entered 2025 with the momentum of two back-to-back successful films in the previous year. Yes, we’re talking about Maharaja and Viduthalai Part 2, which emerged successful at the Indian box office. In fact, Maharaja went on to become one of the biggest hits for the actor. The momentum was disturbed as Vijay’s first release of the year turned out to be a failure. However, he bounced back strongly with a clean hit. Keep reading for a detailed report! 2025 starts on a disappointing note for Vijay Sethupathi For those who don’t know, Makkal Selvan had two theatrical releases this year: Ace and Thalaivan Thalaivii. It started with Ace, which was released on May 23, 2025. It opened to mixed reviews from critics, which impacted the film’s run. Released amid low buzz, it started its journey on a slow note and managed to earn just 8.97 crore net at the Indian box office. Made on a reported budget of 20 crores, it secured a flop …

Kamal Haasan stuns with knowledge; Mani Ratnam doesn’t waste time on set like other directors: Thug Life’s Ashok Selvan

Kamal Haasan stuns with knowledge; Mani Ratnam doesn’t waste time on set like other directors: Thug Life’s Ashok Selvan

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He is a 35-year-old actor who has found success on his own terms, slowly and steadily, in the Tamil film industry. Ashok Selvan began his film career in 2013 and today, finds himself in an important role in Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus, Thug Life. The Tamil actor says he’s blessed to have bagged the role in Thug Life on his acting merits. In an exclusive chat with Hindustan Times, Ashok Selvan opens up about working with Mani Ratnam, Kamal Haasan and more. (Also read: Silambarasan says Mani Ratnam asked him to grab Kamal Haasan’s neck tightly in Thug Life: ‘He gave terrible reaction’) Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam are reuniting for Thug Life. As he gets chatting with Hindustan Times, Ashok Selvan begins by saying, “When I accepted Thug Life, it was because I really wanted to experience working with ace director Mani Ratnam and the acting legend Kamal Haasan. I had worked as a hero in films, but this movie for me was going beyond that. I have a key role …

Kenishaa Francis’ friend comes in her support amid rumoured relationship with Ponniyin Selvan star Ravi Mohan: ‘How brutal, vulgar people can be’ | Tamil News

Kenishaa Francis’ friend comes in her support amid rumoured relationship with Ponniyin Selvan star Ravi Mohan: ‘How brutal, vulgar people can be’ | Tamil News

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Days after actor Ravi Mohan and spiritual healer Kenishaa Francis’ public spotting, the latter’s friend posted a long emotional note claiming how the duo have been misunderstood all this while. This comes days after the actor’s ex-wife shared a long post alleging Ravi Mohan of leaving her and their children in financial distress. In a long post on her Instagram Stories, Vijayanthi Rajeshwar wrote, “How misunderstood, brutal, and vulgar people can be is something I have witnessed in this ordeal.” Her note, which was later re-shared by Kenishaa, read, “I’ve sat in silence and asked you to be silent over the last few days and I know how difficult these times have been. I’ve known you separately and I’ve known you together with my dearest Ravi anna. How misunderstood, how brutal and how vulgar the people can be is something I’ve witnessed in this ordeal.” She added, “I just want people to know that you aren’t what everyone claims you to be. You’re kind, dynamic, talented and most importantly you’re true. The truth will come …

Delhi HC directs A R Rahman, Ponniyin Selvan 2 makers to deposit ₹2 cr in copyright case

Delhi HC directs A R Rahman, Ponniyin Selvan 2 makers to deposit ₹2 cr in copyright case

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New Delhi, The Delhi High Court has directed acclaimed music composer A R Rahman and the makers of the film ‘Ponniyin Selvan 2’ to deposit ₹2 crore with the court following a copyright lawsuit over Junior Dagar brothers’ classical rendition of ‘Shiv Stuti’. ₹2 cr in copyright case” title=”Delhi HC directs A R Rahman, Ponniyin Selvan 2 makers to deposit ₹2 cr in copyright case” /> ₹2 cr in copyright case” title=”Delhi HC directs A R Rahman, Ponniyin Selvan 2 makers to deposit ₹2 cr in copyright case” />Delhi HC directs A R Rahman, Ponniyin Selvan 2 makers to deposit ₹2 cr in copyright case Justice Prathiba M Singh, in an interim order passed on April 25, ruled that from a listener’s point of view, the core of Rehman’s song ‘Veera Raja Veera’ in the film was “not just inspired but is, in fact, identical” in notes, emotion and aural impact to the ‘Shiva Stuti’. It was in violation of the rights of the original composers of the musical tribute to Lord Shiva, the judge …

Box Office: Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 continues underwhelming run of Chiyaan Vikram barring Ponniyin Selvan movies

Box Office: Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 continues underwhelming run of Chiyaan Vikram barring Ponniyin Selvan movies

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Tamil actor Chiyaan Vikram’s latest release, Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2, has finally hit theaters after a long wait, but the journey hasn’t been an easy one. The film was caught in a legitimate tangle with financier B4U over OTT rights, which led to cancellation of morning shows and matinees as well in almost all the territories. The film made it to the enormous screen only by the evening, losing important prime-time openings.  This unexpected setback had a direct impact on its box office numbers, making its debut a quiet one rather than the explosive opening fans were hoping for. To make things more challenging, Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 arrived on the same day as L2 Empuraan, which has been on a record-breaking spree, already crossing ₹100 crore worldwide in just two days. In contrast, Vikram’s film managed to clock only ₹3.85 crore gross on Day 1 and saw a slight dip to ₹3.5 crore on the second day. Interestingly, critics and audiences have given Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 highly positive reviews. Some …