Ponniyin Selvan 1 by Mani Ratnam is presently the first Tamil movie to earn more than 200 crore at the box office in Tamil Nadu. Vikram was eclipsed by PS 1 last Wednesday to become Tamil Nadu’s highest-grossing movie. According to trade reports, its global gross has surpassed 460 crore.
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 Monday, industry observer Ramesh Bala announced on Twitter that PS 1 had broken the 200 crore club in Tamil Nadu. “PS1 joins Tennessee’s elite 200 crs gross club. Ramesh tweeted, “First movie to accomplish so (sic)”.
According to a report from Deadline, the movie’s global box office receipts had exceeded 460 crore. According to the report, up till the third weekend, the movie has taken in US $56 million (about 461 crore). PS 1 has overtaken Rajinikanth’s 2.0 to become the second-highest grossing Tamil movie of all time worldwide.
Aishwarya Rai made her long-overdue return to Tamil cinema with this movie. Queen Nandini is the more prominent of Aishwarya’s two roles. She will play the silent mother of Nandini, Mandakini Devi, more in the second instalment. Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam versions of the big-budget movie were released.
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. In the summer of 2023, the movie is scheduled to be released in theatres. The movie’s precise release date is still pending.
Ponniyin Selvan: I (PS I), directed by the legendary filmmaker Mani Ratnam, has made history as the first Tamil movie to gross over 200 crore at the box office in Tamil Nadu. This monumental achievement marks a significant milestone not only in Tamil cinema but also in Indian cinema as a whole. Based on the epic historical novel Ponniyin Selvan by Kalki Krishnamurthy, the film takes audiences on a grand, immersive journey into the world of the Chola dynasty.
The film, featuring an ensemble cast that includes Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Karthi, Trisha, and Jayam Ravi, brings to life the rich historical and cultural legacy of Tamil Nadu, creating a visual spectacle that captivated audiences worldwide. With stunning visuals, a gripping storyline, and impeccable performances, PS I quickly became a favorite, both with critics and viewers.
Mani Ratnam’s direction, combined with A.R. Rahman’s soul-stirring music, elevated the film to an epic status. The period drama, set in the 10th century, explores themes of power, betrayal, love, and loyalty, all set against the backdrop of the flourishing Chola empire. The film’s engaging narrative and larger-than-life scale also contributed to its massive commercial success.
The achievement of crossing 200 crore in Tamil Nadu is a testament to the film’s widespread appeal, transcending regional boundaries and becoming a cultural phenomenon. The success of Ponniyin Selvan: I also reinforces the growing power of Tamil cinema on the global stage.
With the continuation of the story promised in Ponniyin Selvan: II, the franchise is set to further solidify its place in the annals of Indian cinema history. Ponniyin Selvan: I is the first to all Tamil film to gross over 200 crore in Tamil Nadu, directed by Mani Ratnam, marking a historic achievement.
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