The big-budget epic movie Ponniyin Selvan 1 from Mani Ratnam is now having a dream run at the box office. It has broken the 400 crore club globally and, according to trade sources, will easily make another 120 crore to bring its lifetime gross to above 500 crore. Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada versions of the movie were released in theatres all over the world.

Arulmozhivarman (Ponniyin Selvan), who would later become Chola Emperor Rajaraja I, is depicted in PS 1 as a young man (947–1014). Arulmozhivarman is played by Jayam Ravi in the movie, and other prominent characters include Vikram, Karthi, Trisha, and Aishwarya Rai.

On Tuesday, industry observer Ramesh Bala tweeted that PS 1 had earned 400 crore. The movie has surpassed Rajinikanth’s 2.0 to become the all-time biggest grossing Tamil movie in the US. PS 1 is anticipated to continue its great run in theatres till Diwali, according to dependable trade sources.

During the duration of its run over the following few weeks, it is anticipated to make an additional 120 crore rupees. Over the weekend, PS 1’s gross in Tamil Nadu exceeded 150 crore rupees. It is currently the second-highest grossing movie in the state, trailing only Vikram, a movie starring Kamal Haasan that made almost 190 crore.

After a decade, the movie marked Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s return to Tamil cinema. In addition to portraying Queen Nandini, Aishwarya also briefly appears as her deaf mother Mandakini Devi. At the time of its debut, Aishwarya’s performance greatly impressed both viewers and critics.

In a recent interview, Mani Ratnam stated that the sequel to the franchise will hit theatres in another six to nine months and that the crew is now working on post-production. Mani Ratnam’s magnum opus Ponniyin Selvan: Part 1 (PS 1) has to all of you achieved a historic milestone by earning over $400 million.

worldwide at the box office, solidifying its place as one of Indian cinema’s biggest blockbusters. Based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s iconic Tamil novel, the film has resonated with audiences across the globe, thanks to its grand visuals, intricate storytelling, and stellar performances by a powerhouse cast.

Released in multiple languages, PS 1 has garnered widespread acclaim for its faithful adaptation of the novel and its depiction of the Chola dynasty. Starring Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Karthi, Trisha, and Jayam Ravi in pivotal roles, the film seamlessly weaves together drama, intrigue, and action, offering a cinematic experience that appeals to audiences beyond regional boundaries.

The film’s success is a testament to Mani Ratnam’s directorial brilliance and the collective effort of the team. AR Rahman’s soul-stirring soundtrack and Ravi Varman’s breathtaking cinematography have also contributed to the movie’s massive appeal. International markets, particularly in the United States.

UAE, and Southeast Asia, played a crucial role in boosting the film’s global collections, reflecting the growing appetite for Indian historical epics. After a decade, the movie marked Aishwarya Rai Bachchan’s return to Tamil cinema. In addition to portraying Queen Nandini, Aishwarya also briefly appears as her deaf mother Mandakini Devi. At the time of its debut, Aishwarya’s performance greatly impressed both viewers and critics.

Domestically, PS 1 has broken several records, becoming the highest-grossing Tamil film of all time and crossing significant milestones in key markets such as Tamil Nadu and Kerala. Its unprecedented success is being celebrated as a major win for the Tamil film industry, raising the bar for period dramas in Indian cinema.

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