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Chandrasekhar, veteran director, producer, and actor, recently spoke about the ongoing delays in the theatrical release of Jana Nayagan. Amid these challenges, he praised his sonThalapathy Vijay for his determination and fearlessness in facing obstacles related to the film. Known for being instrumental in launching Vijay’s career, let's look at the time when SA Chandrasekhar highlighted that one landmark film in Vijay’s career truly catapulted him to superstardom.
Which Film Made Vijay a Superstar? SA Chandrasekhar Has THIS To Say
As both father and mentor, SA Chandrasekhar has often spoken about the projects that shaped Vijay’s rise to fame. He stressed that a strong screenplay and compelling content are crucial for a film’s success, capable of elevating any actor regardless of their star power. Among Vijay’s many films, Thulladha Manamum Thullum (1999, directed by Ezhil) stands out as the big project that turned him into a superstar. As per the filmmaker, at the time of its release,
Vijay had not yet achieved major stardom, but the strength of the screenplay helped him gain recognition and expand his fanbase, especially in Kerala.About Thulladha Manamum ThullumThulladha Manamum Thullum is a 1999 Tamil-language romantic drama and the directorial debut of S. Ezhil. The film features Vijay and Simran in the lead roles, supported by Manivannan, Dhamu, and Vaiyapuri. Produced by R. B. Choudary under the Super Good Films banner, the movie’s music was composed by S. A. Rajkumar, with cinematography handled by R. Selva.
Released on 29 January 1999, the film received positive reviews and became a commercial success. It won three Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, including Second Best Film and Best Actress for Simran. The film’s popularity led to remakes in multiple languages:
Telugu (Nuvvu Vasthavani, 2000), Kannada (O Nanna Nalle, 2000), Bengali (Sathi, 2002), and Odia (I Love You, 2004).
Challenges Surrounding Jana Nayagan
Vijay’s latest project, Jana Nayagan, has faced multiple delays. Initially scheduled for an early January release, the film was postponed due to legal and certification issues, including concerns from the CBFC and appeals from both the board and the producers. The Supreme Court referred the case back to the Madras High Court, allowing additional time for counter-affidavits and amendments to the producers’ appeal.
Amid these delays, SA Chandrasekhar praised Vijay for remaining calm and composed, talking about his fearlessness in confronting obstacles. He explained that the public is aware of the circumstances behind the issues in Karur and highlighted that encountering challenges is natural, especially for someone entering politics for the first time. Chandrasekhar said that Vijay is fully prepared to face any difficulties that come his way, demonstrating both resilience and determination.
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