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Ponniyin Selvan: II
Theatrical release poster
Directed byMani Ratnam
Screenplay by
Dialogue by
  • B. Jeyamohan
Based onPonniyin Selvan
by Kalki Krishnamurthy
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyRavi Varman
Edited byA. Sreekar Prasad
Music byA. R. Rahman
Production
companies
Distributed by
Release date
  • 28 April 2023 (2023-04-28)
Running time
165 minutes[1]
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil
BudgetSee production
Box office₹38 crore[2]

Ponniyin Selvan: II (transl. The Son of Ponni), also known and marketed as PS-2 and stylised as Ponniyin Selvan 2, is a 2023 Indian Tamil-language epic historical action adventure film directed by Mani Ratnam, who co-wrote it with Elango Kumaravel and B. Jeyamohan. The film is produced by Mani Ratnam and Subaskaran Allirajah under Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions. The second of two cinematic parts based on the 1954 novel Ponniyin Selvan by Kalki Krishnamurthy, it serves as a direct sequel to Ponniyin Selvan: I (2022). The film stars an ensemble cast including Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Jayam Ravi, Karthi, Trisha, R. Sarathkumar, Jayaram, Prabhu, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Sobhita Dhulipala, Vikram Prabhu, Prakash Raj, Rahman and R. Parthiban.

Ponniyin Selvan continues to follow the prince Arunmozhi Varman (who would become the emperor Rajaraja I) and his family as they deal with threats to the Chola dynasty. It was originally intended to be a single film but was split into two parts that were produced concurrently. Joint principal photography of both parts began in December 2019, halting twice due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Extra sequences filmed for the sequel were wrapped up in March 2023. The soundtrack was composed by A. R. Rahman, with cinematography by Ravi Varman, editing by A. Sreekar Prasad, and production design by Thota Tharani.

Ponniyin Selvan: II was released in theatres worldwide on 28 April 2023 in standard, IMAX, 4DX and EPIQ formats. It was received positive reviews from critics.[3]

Cast

See also: Ponniyin Selvan § Characters

Production

Main article: Production of Ponniyin Selvan: I and Ponniyin Selvan: II

Music

Main article: Ponniyin Selvan: II (soundtrack)

The film score and soundtrack were composed by Mani Ratnam's regular composer A. R. Rahman and the audio rights were purchased by Tips.

The soundtrack consists of seven original songs composed by A.R.Rahman, namely, "Aga Naga", "Veera Raja Veera"", "Shivoham", "Chinnanjiru Nilave", "Aazhi Mazhai Kanna", "Ilaiyor Soodaar" and "Chinnanjiru Nilave (Marumurai)". Lyrics were written by Ilango Krishnan, Adi Shankara, Andal and Kudavayil Keerathanar in the Tamil version and Gulzar in the Hindi version.

Release

Theatrical

Ponniyin Selvan: II was released in standard, IMAX, 4DX and EPIQ formats in theatres on 28 April 2023 worldwide.[4][5] It is the first South Indian film to release in 4DX format.[6] The trailer of the film was released on 29 March 2023, the same day as the audio launch.[7]

Distribution

The distribution rights of the film in Tamil Nadu were acquired by Red Giant Movies.[8] The Andhra Pradesh and Telangana distribution rights were bagged by Sri Venkateswara Creations and Dil Raju.[9][10] The Kerala distribution rights of the film was bagged by Gokulam Gopalan's Sree Gokulam Movies.[11] The North India distribution rights were acquired by Pen India Limited.[12] Lyca Productions acquired the overseas distribution rights.[13]

Home media

The digital streaming rights for the film were purchased by Amazon Prime Video for ₹125 crore (US$15 million).[14] Similarly, the satellite rights have been sold to Sun TV.[15]

Reception

Ponniyin Selvan: II opened to positive reviews from critics.[16]

Haricharan Pudipeddi, a critic of Hindustan Times, wrote "Apart from the gut-wrenching drama, it's the exquisite that really elevate PS 2 in terms of delivering a larger-than-life viewing experience."[17] M. Suganth of The Times of India gave 3.5 out of 5 stars and opined that "right until the climax, this doomed romance is what sustains the tension in this tale and drives the characters to make decisions that have far-reaching impact".[18] Sukanya Verma from Rediff.com gave 3.5 stars out of 5 and stated "Ratnam's spectacle may be steeped in fiction and fantasy but its entitlement and opportunism feels as real and relevant as ever."[19]

A critic from India Today gave 3 stars out of 5 stars and appreciated the film.[20] Nandini Ramnath critic of Scroll.in mentioned the film as having "Mesmerising visuals and memorable characters".[21] However, News18 India gave mixed reviews.[22] 123telugu rated the film 3 out of 5 and wrote "Give it a shot if you love watching period dramas".[23] Manoj Kumar of OTTplay gave 3 out of 5 and stated "In that aspect, Mani Ratnam has done a fabulous job in translating this epic novel onto the big screen".[24] A critic from Dinamalar gave 4 out of 5 and praised the film.[25]. Another critic wrote "There is no doubt that the second part of the film will be a huge hit."[26]

References

  1. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan 2 (2023)". Irish Film Classification Office. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  2. ^ "Poinniyin Selvan 2 box office collection day 1: Film opens to a massive ₹38 crore haul". Hindustan Times. 29 April 2023. Retrieved 29 April 2023.
  3. ^ "'Ponniyin Selvan 2' box office collection day 2: Mani Ratnam's film sees a dip; could not beat Vijay's 'Varisu'". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 30 April 2023. Retrieved 30 April 2023.
  4. ^ "Mani Ratnam's 'Ponniyin Selvan: 2' to release on April 28, 2023". The Hindu. 28 December 2022. Archived from the original on 12 March 2023. Retrieved 12 March 2023.
  5. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan 2: Vikram And Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Film Gets A Release Date". NDTV. 28 December 2022. Archived from the original on 8 April 2023. Retrieved 28 December 2022.
  6. ^ "Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan: 2 1st South Indian Movie To Have 4DX Release". News18. 12 April 2023. Archived from the original on 14 April 2023. Retrieved 14 April 2023.
  7. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan 2 trailer out. Vikram, Jayam Ravi, Aishwarya Rai's period drama gets even more intriguing". India Today. 29 March 2023. Archived from the original on 29 March 2023. Retrieved 30 March 2023.
  8. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan II Tamil Nadu theatrical rights sold". Cinema Express. 27 March 2023. Archived from the original on 29 March 2023. Retrieved 29 March 2023.
  9. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan release date to be announced soon". The Times of India. 25 February 2022. Archived from the original on 9 March 2022. Retrieved 9 July 2022.
  10. ^ "Dil Raju to present Mani Ratnam's most-awaited multi-starrer project Ponniyin Selvan in Telugu". OTT Play. Archived from the original on 21 August 2022. Retrieved 21 August 2022.
  11. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan: Sree Gokulam Movies Acquires Distribution Rights In Kerala". News 18. 23 August 2022. Archived from the original on 23 August 2022. Retrieved 23 August 2022.
  12. ^ "Pen to distribute PS-I – Hindi in Northern territories". Cinema Express. Archived from the original on 13 September 2022. Retrieved 13 September 2022.
  13. ^ @LycaProductions (8 April 2023). "We are feeling ecstatic 🤩 to announce #PonniyinSelvan2 ⚔️ will be #LycaProductions' own release in the Overseas! 🌍✨ #PS2 in cinemas worldwide from 28th April in Tamil, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada!" (Tweet) – via Twitter.
  14. ^ "Amazon Prime Video Bags OTT Rights For Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan 1". News18. 29 April 2022. Archived from the original on 30 June 2022. Retrieved 30 June 2022.
  15. ^ K., Janani (12 September 2022). "Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan Part 1, 2 sold for Rs 125 crore to Amazon Prime Video: Reports". India Today. Archived from the original on 12 September 2022. Retrieved 12 September 2022.
  16. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan 2: Vikram, Trisha, Jayaram, Sobhita watch the film with audience". OTTPlay. 28 April 2023. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  17. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan 2 review: Aishwarya Rai is unbelievably good in Mani Ratnam's terrific epic". Hindustan Times. 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  18. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan: Part 2 Movie Review : Ponniyin Selvan 2 is a Vikram, Aishwarya Rai show". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  19. ^ VERMA, SUKANYA. "Ponniyin Selvan: 2 Review: Spectacular, Sorrowful Conclusion". Rediff.com. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  20. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan Part 2 Movie Review: Mani Ratnam delivers worthy adaptation, Karthi, Vikram and Aishwarya are a hit". India Today. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  21. ^ Ramnath, Nandini. "'Ponniyin Selvan Part 2' review: Mesmerising visuals and memorable characters". Scroll.in. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  22. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan 2 Review: Aishwarya Rai, Vikram Are Heart And Soul Of Mani Ratnam's Magnum Opus". News18. 28 April 2023. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  23. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan 2 Telugu Movie Review". 123telugu. 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  24. ^ "Ponniyin Selvan 2 review: Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan steal the show". OTTplay. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  25. ^ பொன்னியின் செல்வன் 2 – விமர்சனம் {4/5} : பொன்னியின் செல்வன் 2 – வெற்றிவேல்… வீரவேல்… - Ponniyinselvan 2 [Ponniyin Selvan 2 - Review {4/5} : Ponniyinselvan 2 – Vetrivel… Veeravel... – Ponniyinselvan 2]. cinema.dinamalar.com (in Tamil). Retrieved 28 April 2023.
  26. ^ Ponniyin Selvan 2 review: பொன்னியின் செல்வன் 2 படம் எப்படி இருக்கு? திரைவிமர்சனம்! [Ponniyin Selvan 2 review: How is Ponniyin Selvan 2?]. Zee Hindustan Tamil (in Tamil). 28 April 2023. Archived from the original on 28 April 2023. Retrieved 28 April 2023.
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