Interview with the cast of Ponniyin Selvan 2 | Anupama Chopra | Film Companion
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 ก.ค. 2024
- Anupama Chopra speaks with the cast of Ponniyin Selvan 2, the highly anticipated film directed by Mani Ratnam. In this interview, Vikram, Karthi, Jayam Ravi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Trisha, Aishwarya Lekshmi, and Sobhita Dhulipala share their thoughts on various topics, including Mani Ratnam's vision for Ponniyin Selvan, the differences between the book and the film, and how the story has impacted their lives. The cast also discusses whether there are any particular aspects of the second part of this epic saga that audiences might miss. Don't miss this insightful conversation with the talented cast of Ponniyin Selvan 2!
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0:00 Interview with the cast of Ponniyin Selvan 2
0:44 Reflection on the Success of PS-1
3:11 Impact of being part of a landmark film
6:05 Importance of well-written female characters
9:40 Direction of Mani Ratnam
12:45 How Ponniyin Selvan actors approached their roles
15:50 Challenges of wearing costumes and jewelry
17:07 What the actors will miss about Ponniyin Selvan 2
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Watch the PS-1 Interview here: th-cam.com/video/5QeAbFAi2aM/w-d-xo.html
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There was no direct question to Aishwarya Lekshmi. She is quite articulate as well- she just picked on bits and pieces here and there. Please ensure there is a question to everyone in the group
it felt good other than that vadakkan akkas(anchors)
fake enthusiasm ... give it a break... poramaiikk kooda alavu irukk la :))
After 2000 maniratnam films all are flop movies
@@SKK-ih2gx ৱ
Mani Ratnam has given Aishwarya some of the best roles in her career. Iruvar, Guru, Raavan and now PS (anyone who has read the book knows Nandini is the best character in the book in terms of scope to perform) 💥
Why so though? Is she that brilliant of an actress? I wonder why he keeps giving her these amazing role
@@L20241 im sure she is still better than many of the tr**h there, hence, he keeps giving her good roles
@@L20241 Aishwarya has always been a directors actress, the better the director the better her performance in the project. And yes she is a very fine actress.
Iruvar, her first tamil movie is from manirathna
She is bakwaas actor...nothing great
4 South Indian beauties representing different cultures of origin - Trisha Tamil Nadu, Aishwarya Rai Karnataka, Aishwarya Lekshmi Kerala, & Sobhita Andhra/Telangana
Trisha is mallu
@@prasadraghu2008 she is a Tamil Brahmin from pallakad
@@prasadraghu2008no she’s not. She is a Tamil Brahmin.
@@prasadraghu2008 she is Tamil Brahmin only..not mallu..
@@prasadraghu2008 oombi...she is tamilian
13:30 - 13:35 The way Aish praises Karthi and his gesture with Ravi are truly the cutest part of the interview
Such a loveable cast. The mutual respect that all of them have for each other shows during these interviews, and it's always pleasant to watch actors who enjoy promoting the movie just as much as they do filming one.
SRK world ranked 2 give us a break srk cant even do a split personality fight scene wich occurs in end of aparjith anniyan film
Why is this only 30 mins 😢 what a team 👏
Part was like Cleopatra.
Hey ..Mani sir make it with Ash and susmita.
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North Indians might complain about Ash's weight and looks but we South Indians absolutely admire and adore her coz she is much more talented as an actor than a beautiful woman!
South indians also complain. But the fact remains that not many actresses can even achieve what she has accomplished in her career.
Not north Indians only metro cities elite people
@@sahilsahu4323 how elite? Got any achievements? Haha
@@sundaramnaidu5585 Abe loduchand kya bol rha
Why do tamil people always make it north vs south ?
feeling so happy and proud of Aishwarya Lakshmi as a malayali that she is sitting with such a great crew and got a superb opportunity in maniratnam sir's movie
as a fan of her from her first movie itself i feel so happy for her achieving better steps in her career
I love this team so much ❤️U can't see bolly ppl bonding like this in a multistarrer..I wish Aish does more movies down south cos only they give her the love and respect she deserves ❤️
Love how Aishwarya Rai Bachchan takes every opportunity to thank the crew members as well. They too are integral for a successful movie! Humble, gorgeous and gracious Queen 👑!
Beauty with brains, grace and empathy.❤
Agreed
and the other cast members seem so comfortable around her too
Absolutely right💯 she's always the best👍❣️
20:25 Even though Jayam Ravi heard the word ' Self - Righteous ' after the movie is done, he did portrayed that exactly in the film and that's something. 👍
11:20 Karthi is that dude who always learns everything in tuition before they even teach it in school
He is an engineer... What do you expect😅
Aishwarya Rai...The most most beautiful, epitome of grace, phenomenal actress, amazing dancer...The legend...Hope Aishwarya Mam will work with Sanjay leela Bhansali sir again...They create magic on screen!
13:30 when aishwaria says karthi is really charming ...and his reaction is lit af❤🔥😂
Shobita is really a mystery woman. Very calm but when she speaks she make her mark. Very unique combination and people like this are very mysterious.
"Women in this story are just kick-ass". Truer words could never be said! True for both the book and the movie
Padmashri at the age of 36 itself. Aishwarya Rai is a self made superstar and one of the Queens of Indian cinema
Thank you Anupama ji for this discussion. It's thirst-quenching for a fan like me.😊
It's unrealistic sometimes to witness such a beauty of a film!!! One of the best movies I've ever seen
Shobhita is so classy in her answers.. only talks to the point and she knows when its time to stop talking..
Enjoyed this interview very much where everyone was heard talking 😊😊😊
In other interviews, we only hear Aish and Vikram and lil bit of Karthi and Trisha
Great to see the rapport between the cast with no one monopolizing the conversation. Each of them had something significant to say. And thanks Anupama for asking Vikram about the beheading scene. The interval block was a revelation and solid gold .
14:16 I totally agree! The way the female characters are portrayed in the Novel is amazing - from princesses to fisherwoman, they are all treated equally and are super bold, witty, and loveable. And the fact that they all have shades of grey in their personalities makes it even more brilliant writing. I really hope that in the next part, they give more importance to characters like Poonguzali and Vanathi. And the story ends with Manimegalai too, a naive brave teen princess❤ miss her in this movie
🤧🤧🤧 gonna miss her so much... Maninegalai💔💔💔
They deleted the character of Manimegalai. Vanathi, Poonguzali are barely there. But it's still grand, it's Nandini all the way and Kundavai.
There's no next part, lol
@@ArunTomsan-em3wg she has another story of her own
@@the_white_knight8026 @Arun thomsan I commented on day before release of PS2. In this they were discussing about PS1, so the next part I meant is ps2. You guys are late to the show lol.
Sobhitha always has the best lines in interviews. I can listen to her talk all day. A class apart! What a lovely way to end the interview.
Waaaaat
Yes, very poetic. She is a class apart - I noticed it too. I don't know a lot about her, but quite curious about her now.
Yes, cos poor thing had like 5 lines in PS2
Finallyy!! Was waiting for the whole cast to sit down with The Anupama Chopra and I only wished the interview was longer!! The way they all complement each other and how Karthi and Jayam Ravi get excited like kids whenever they get complimented by Aishwarya Rai is soo adorable!! As a die hard Sobhita fan, I am always in love with her anecdotes and analogies and she never disappoints when she talks!! Boy, I will miss seeing this team talking their hearts out and hope they come together in a sequel or a spinoff in the future!! Thank you, Film Companion!
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I really going to miss these guys & every things associated with this film. Yes it is an end, but beginning for something new. We are going to see them in different avatar in next movies & next events. But only Aishwarya Rai fans are going to be having scarcity of contents.i am happy that she agreed to do this movie
Exactly
True that..we wish to see her in more tamil films 🥺
Going to miss Aishwarya so bad....she should do more movies . she in enchanting as person and actress !
Would like to see Aishwarya Rai in more south films.
Ponniyin Selvan sitting so humble by the corner. That’s Ravi 👏🏽
I am so happy for Aishwarya rai mam actually. Tbh she was correctly utilized in south industry and yes south film makers always give respect and powerful characters for her. ❤She might act less south movie's compared to bollywood movies but yes all those south movies characters are definitely the memorable ones ❤✨
Actors from South are so humble..
Apart from the whole amazing discussion, what I really admire is all the actors dress selections for the interview. From the movie screen to the interaction session it's just soothing to see. All the best 🎉
Wow what a complement karthi, Aish just looking like a wow❤❤
I discovered Chiyaan Vikram through PS. He's LIT. What a powerhouse of cinema. He doesn't act, he flows like water and burns like Fire.
Hosts like Anupama Chopra are graceful & professional. People like them are very rarely found in their profession.
Love that all the south Indian actors use humility and address everyone as Sir
Aishwarya!! What a queen she is on and off screen. Only Maniratnam and SLB tapped into Aishwarya-the amazing actress. Wish to see her in more movies !! Can’t wait to watch PS2!!
No she had other great works too like Rituparna khosh ' s Choker bali &Raincoat. I think these two are better than her bhansali & Maniratnam ' s films. Also Provoked, Jodha Akbar, Kandukondein..Other movies also there. Basically she is director ' s actress
I am her biggest fan
@@notimepass2024 not at all.
her tamil films are better than whatever she done.
Rituparno Ghosh as well.
@@doyouhaveaminute281 Do watch 'Raincoat' once. You might change your opinion. Its a national award winner.
The way Vikram is off screen and on screen is unbelievably distinct. He’s absolutely gifted
Vikram and Ash❤ Best pair ever
No sallu bhai and aishwarya is best pair
It was a good interview. Such a nice cast. Everyone dressed so well. Anupama Mamm this time you are the best dressed out of them all. Hope Aishwarya Mam continue to do more movies as before, waiting for 28 th April
Me too hopes aishwarya signs more movies 😔
Can't wait for the release - hope to catch it in the theatre, but before that, I shall be watching PS1 all over again! :) Thanks for this interview, Anupama. It was such fun.
Am I the only who is waiting aishwarya lakshmi to speak? She was fabulous as poonkuzhali ❤️
She is nice. But has to learn more... Because the same kind of things in every movie.
Aishwarya Rai and shobita have knowledge of Art of cinema 😍, they speak very deep and clearly
I love the SIMPLICITY of Southern Actors the most…hope they retain that & don’t get carried away by fashion & Bollywood hoopla barring few sensible ones!
So refreshing to hear some sensible talk from these intelligent educated starcast where every one is in on equal footing. Usually in such interviews, the limelight is always hogged by the hero or the heroine of the movie and the interview just gets reduced to mere vanity.....
I never thought someone like Aishwarya Rai sacrifices all the opportunities in career will put a back seat & remain a housewife & hands on mother. Somewhere she lost her that old confidence , always being refered as the most beautiful & perfect that may be makes her more pressure .bcz of her changes in body she is super conscious. But i want to say no matter you made our country proud , Damn talented woman.
Brilliant woman. 😊
Letha would love it if you have the same thought for your wife ...
Why do you look down upon housewives and hands on mother? Just because you were privileged to born as a male(i assume) do you think you have the audacity to say that to a woman?
A very humble set of casts. Jovial, grounded and professional. And Aishwarya Rai, always respectful of her colleagues despite she being a senior artist herself.
I love how Tamil actors are comfortable with going grey: Jayam Ravi, Ajith, Madhavan, Vikram, etc. They are aging gracefully while being confident that age doesn't matter when it comes to talent and sexiness. Actors who try really hard to stay young while dressing like teens such as Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan can use a makeover.
I really like the way that Ravi expressed about his brother ,that was such a cute brotherhood i genuinely feels that❤
This is such a humble interview. These South Indian auras are usually very graceful. ❤ it’s lovely
This is called a class of having mutual respect towards each other.. ❤️💕💐
@4.14 Vikram is spot on. Everyone who has read the book, has had a connect, a favorite and a face to go with the character. 25 years back, when I read this epic, I had imagined that no one could gave done Poonkuzhali better than Bhanupriya. ❤
I could listen to these artists conversations for hours.. Everybody have the respect to each other these actors pretty smart in many aspects.
Super cast ❤️
Wonderful actors❤️
Aishwarya rai ❤️❤️vikram❤️❤️karthi❤️❤️jayam ravi❤️❤️ aishwarya lakshmi ❤️❤️trisha ❤️❤️shobitha❤️❤️
It's just a beautiful and charming way of promotion. Special thanks to Ish and Anchor. So lovely conversations. Everyone was so true without dramas. Congrats team. You have done the best job.
loved this conversation ...especially after watching the movie. Their faces and acting etched in my brain. love them all. love Mani Sir❤
Beautiful crew. Loved their mutual respect and admiration towards mani ratnam
Thanks for this wonderful interview❤ Just as i requested in all previous videos finally this is here! This interview just made me wanting another 30 mins with this bunch of actors😊
Thank you so much for watching!
This movie is packed with the best talent in the industry which includes the technicians too. Guess this will remain as one of the few best movies in the history of films. Congratulations to all.
10:12 Aish, the biggest fangirl of Mani sir
Thank you Aishwarya Rai for existing. You will always be our Queen.
Shobita is so well spoken and has such a calm...she's garnered my respect. 😊
Did you guys ever notice that the actor who played the title role isn't given the attention of a lead actor neither did he behave like one during the film promotions? This a true example of teamwork.
That's true.. Ravi is one gggoooodddd guy... But second thing is Ponniyin Selvan isn't the main character in the books... The main character is Vandhiyadevan followed by Nandhini and then Arunmozhi... Even though he is the title character.. He ain't the main guy
@@geetadhumane5793 in the movie though it is Aditha Karikalan and Nandini who are leads.
@@sambalachemen7346 Yeah but Vikram doesn't have enough screen time. It's all Karthi and Ravi.
One of the best cast crew ever made by mani sir …. All of them exceptionally talented and this is beauty of south people they are grounded and way humble ❤❤❤ very hard to find similar mutual respect among bollywood actors, sobhita has very good command of english and her explaination way more poetic …
Aishwarya had worked with so many great directors in these years Sanjay leela Bhansali, Karan Johar, Aditya Chopra, J P Dutta, Shankar, Rituparna khosh, Ashuthosh Gowarier... So many talented & renowned names but the only person she always... go gaga over prasies & respect that is Mani ratnm sir. It's true respect who introduced her into the world of cinema, like teacher who taught us the abcd... She has achieved so much, but still the respect & love for him same.
Hope someday in her career , she will win her Oscar like Michelle Yeoh. Legends💜💜🇲🇾
Oh the vibes this whole team give off ❤️🔥love them so much ❤️Best wishes for a blockbuster 🔥😍
It was such a lovely interview, cannot wait to see the movie!
I haven't watched the movies, but I am enjoying their interviews so much. This is a great bunch of casts.👏✨️
I just wish there was at least another couple minutes with Trisha. I think she’s just great in the movie and in general too
Totally 💯 Agree ❤
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This is the best example of grounded democratic art and camaraderie. Where people voluntarily give credit to each other and appreciate it as a team. Loved each one but Jayam Ravi was a surprise for me both in the movie and in the interview. Always loved Vikram and Aishwarya Rai. The first time, we have to spell out the full name of Aishwarya because of Aishwarya Lekshmi in the forum too. I so wish the interview was longer though. Good work, Anupama (y)
What suprised you about jayam ravi
Ponniyin Selvan part 2 promotion strategy is at it's best❤❤...Hope this will gain a great great success 🎉🎉... and thank u @filmcompanion for this amazing interview 👌👌💜💜
I completely agree what Aishwarya said about strong female characters 👍🏻👍🏻
22:40 Great chemistry between Aish & Vikram❤️i want to see a movie where both of them together in the climax... Manisir do the next movie like that❤️🙏
Thats not a climax that is middle scene of this movie...
@@Manoj_kumar100 whatever it is, they don't get along😥(Raavanan, PS 1&2)
@@ashapradeep8482 Yeah
And the thrice are mani sir film
@@Manoj_kumar100 Yes...
The love respect they have for Mani sir is so so so so evident! He is amazing!!!
Loved this interview. Love the camaraderie between the actors. To add to it, they are so articulate and smart.
I loved that this we have Aishwarya Lekshmi!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤is there in this interview
Aishwarya is always gorgeous ❤
I love how aishwarya rai. Took over this interview given she knows bollywood and the insides of it better than anybody. She guided them really well that's what I felt.
She didn't guide them (half the time she was unnecessarily trying to expand on others' points) and they certainly needed no guiding, especially by her.
@@kaladwarakanath5503 Exactly! As if the stellar cast needs guiding!
@@jjm8224 Thanks!
I guess the reason why she spoke so much is because in most of the promotions for part 1 & 2, she attended just 15% of it. This being in English, she could bring out her emotions about the film and role.
@@dyas24 sorry, it is still not the right thing to do. Missing a few events does not give her the right to dominate the conversation. It's not the fault of the others.
Aishwarya Rai, one of the most successful actresses ever in Indian cinema, yet so so humble. QUEEN
I Love the way she includes everyone always.
This is where exactly one should pay attention. Aishwarya (sure is beautiful and all but) speaks out of turn, cutting everyone. The way she makes sure other ladies understand she is the epitome in the female cast is so obvious. Shobita is such an intellect; she maintains her composure all while seemingly upset when interrupted unwarrantedly by 'the' Aishwarya. True inclusion comes from letting others succeed and supporting them in their endeavors. Just my two cents.
@@SagarHiware These are the only interviews of her with the cast. She didn't get to speak in the previous interviews the cast had in different states/cities during promotional tour.
So you shouldn't mind.
And I guess, being a south indian herself, she's quite comfortable with this cast than Bollywood.
@@SagarHiware In any case, she is the epitome in the female cast.
These guys are intelligent actors. They learn and grow as a professional in each project and when it comes to the master craftsman mani rathnam they all becoming a student all over again and imbibe most I guess. The mutual respect they have for each other is brilliant. Shobita seems very deep and connected with all her answers.Lovely interview Anupama. Kudos to you for bringing such a pleasant side of all of them.
Exactly they are Beauty with brains
When recreating a history as a movie, the role of the director is challenging- not only in delivering the story at it's original form; but also retaining the interest of the audience.
Bringing all the movie giants under one roof and offering such an exceptional spread to the audience; is definitely a humongous task.
Director Mani Ratnam has pulled it off quite charmingly. Sincere respect and love to Mani Ratnam for giving us so many memories to cherish from the chola - pandya dynasty and giving us a face to relate to each of those characters.
All the actors have been carefully hand picked by the director. They have done justice to their roles - some have more screen time in part 1 and others in part 2.
All the emotions have been beautifully edged by ARR. The chemistry between Aditya Karikaalan and Nandini have been so wonderfully brought out through the song - "veera". Kudos to ARR for being such a backbone of this mega epic film.
Much grateful to the entire crew of PS for giving us a movie of this century. Thank you
Renjini ❤❤😊😊
Aishu and vikram both r ultimately rocked!!🔥🔥other stars r justice to their roles..
Which Aishwarya Lekshmi or Rai
Part 2 will be great too
These are great actors and the master himself Mani Sir
Shobitha is like that one brilliant top student who will not unnecessarily talk just for the sake of talking but if talks, put the points out so brilliantly….
I love to seen Vikram and Aish together💘They both are very talented Actors in India ❤.Fans are waiting for more love Movies from them both 💜.They are a cute Pair in Tamil Cinema 💗
Sobitha is poetic in intellect and looks.
A walking-talking Poem.
Jayam ravi and shobita spoke less but when they speak they made sure it's heard 😉❤
You do such a good job with your interviews. Enjoyed it thoroughly
Shobhita is a supremely talented artist and should get more opportunities to show it....
Aishwarya as usual is center of attraction ❤
I am the biggest fan of aish❤... I have watched all of her interviews... (I said every interview) but aishwarya in this promotion for ps2 specially... she is seen very comfortable, natural and speaking from heart ❤happy with these co stars.. rather then any other from bolly.. thanks Anupama ❤❤❤❤❤❤... loved interview... but I wish thoda or time hota ..
I am going to miss the lovely promotions.. I felt as though I was traveling with all of them & enjoying.
Trisha looks breathtakingly beautiful and stylish!!!! This woman never seems to age!!!!
I cant tell you people how much I love Aishwarya and Vikram together ❤
We all do
Fantastic interview..Kudos to Anupama and the cast.. every one is so articulate!❤
This movie is really close heart coz it is half imagination and history. I would willing to watch the release of both parts. This movie wasn't just a movie but beyond that. The cast, the set, the screenplay, and all just a clear chef kiss.
2:37 Actor Karthik speaking about Ponniyan Selvan shooting on Early morning 5:28 Aiswarya Rai as Nandhini the character impact creator by Kalki Krishnamurthy The unique character with twist and turn on book 📙 also movies 8:24 Nandini ❤ Aditha karikalan The chemistry between Chiyaan Vikram and Aiswarya Rai Wonderful chemistry between them from previous movie like Raavan 15:17 sobhita as Vanathi she lives the character she see romantic moments with Arulmozhi varman more over Aiswarya Rai casting as Nandini director maniratnam using her from Iruvar movie to Ponniyan Selvan from this bollywood underrated actress because Maniratnam admire beauty of aiswarya Rai her acting skills utilise her in many movies like Guru movie The Thumbnail " Someone tells to Director Maniratnam... " Anupama Chopra question team somthing intersting with asking character experience how they understand their characters
Just look at the quiet elegance of Aishwarya!
What an awesome awesome interview
who booked tickets raise your hands ???
Vikram sir looking class apart, his style and the way he's speaking makes this interview 10 times better.
Finally🤩🤩 but this interview was too short
5:17 Vikram, you have made Marie Antoinette so proud, she's crying in heaven.
Aishwarya lekshmi looking gorgeous 🥰
I love Anupama, I love Sobhita, Aishwarya, but what a delight this is. Hope we had more of Ravi talking, and we had Jayaram who played Nambi. Aah.❤️