It has been a long time since legendary filmmaker Mani Ratnam scored a super hit. ‘Sakhi’ which came in 2000 was the last big success. Though ‘Ok Bangaram’ was declared a hit, it wasn’t entirely satisfactory. Films like ‘Yuva’ and ‘Villain’ got critical acclaim but they were commercial failures. It is unnecessary to about disasters like ‘Kadali’ and ‘Cheliyaa’. But things took a positive turn for Mani Ratnam after ‘Ponniyin Selvan – 1’. The movie has nearly reached 400 crores of gross collections and the Tamil audience are terming it as a classic.
Though it did not perform well in any other language including Telugu, Mani Ratnam’s taking, visuals and colorful presentation paired with stellar performances made this film a decent success. Talk from Chennai circles claim that the result of ‘PS – 1’ has made Mani Ratnam to team up with Rajnikanth. This duo made ‘Thalapathy’ together back in 1991 and it was a huge success. This movie which was based on the friendship of Duryodhana and Karna from Mahabharat has gained a cult classic status. It is considered as Mani Ratnam’s best work and Ilayaraja’s music is heard even today.
It has been 31 years since it released and sources claim that the superstar-Mani Ratnam combo may happen once the director finishes working on ‘PS – 2’ which will be arriving next year. Unlike ‘PS – 1 & 2’, Rajni’s film will not be set in a period backdrop and reports are that it showcases the journey of a man who sees many ups and down in life. It reportedly runs on the lines of ‘Nayagan’. Currently, Rajni is working on Nelson’s ‘Jailer’ and we need to wait till the news becomes official.
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Jason Sanjay’s Next Big Move After Sigma?
Jason Sanjay, the son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor Vijay, is all set to make his directorial debut with Sigma, starring Sandeep Kishan in the lead. The film is scheduled for release on July 23, and it has already generated considerable curiosity, largely because it marks the first creative venture from Vijay’s son.
Interestingly, Jason Sanjay has maintained a low public profile throughout the film’s promotional campaign. He has rarely made public appearances in recent years and was notably absent from several high-profile events, including Vijay’s political milestones. As a result, his directorial debut has attracted significant attention within industry circles.
Alongside the anticipation surrounding Sigma, there is also growing speculation about Jason Sanjay’s future in the film industry. According to industry buzz, he is expected to eventually make his acting debut. Some insiders believe that beginning his career as a director could help him establish his own identity before stepping in front of the camera, allowing his work to be evaluated independently rather than being viewed solely through the lens of his family background.
With Vijay currently focused on his political career, speculation continues that Jason Sanjay could, in the future, carry forward the family’s cinematic legacy. However, these discussions remain based on industry reports and have not been officially confirmed by Jason Sanjay or his family.
For now, all eyes are on Sigma, which will reveal Jason Sanjay’s filmmaking abilities when it releases on July 23. The film’s reception could play an important role in shaping the next phase of his career, whether he continues as a filmmaker or eventually explores acting.
