After a long break, the Oscar-winning Indian music composer AR&nbsp;Rahman is all set for his return to Hollywood projects. According to Variety, Rahman has again tied up with noted Indian producer Mani Ratnam for the producer`s much-anticipated project, the two-section noteworthy show film `Ponniyin Selvan,` a variation of Kalki Krishnamurthy`s epic five-volume novel. 
 
The film is presently underway and stars Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan." Every movie I work with Mani Ratnam, we still work with that same enthusiasm. We`re almost finished on the songs, thanks to lockdown," said Rahman in an interview to Variety. Given that the film is set in the times of the Chola realm, the writer has utilized period instruments. 
 
"In my case, I keep changing till the end, tweak, tweak, tweak," he added. Having appeared in movies with the soundtrack for Ratnam`s 1992 flick `Roja`, Rahman as of late revamped mainstream youth song of praise `Dhaka Laga Bukka`/`Jana Gana Mana` from the movie producer`s 2004 Tamil/Hindi-language bilingual `Ayitha Ezhuthu`/`Yuva`.&nbsp; 
 
It reemerges on `Tandav,` Amazon Prime Video India`s unique political dramatization arrangement which started streaming on Friday. 
Another film that the 54-year old star is making for is Blessy`s `Aadu Jeevitham,` featuring Prithviraj Sukumaran is an Indian abused migrant worker, who is compelled to herd goats in Saudi Arabia to make a living in the desert. 
 
Rahman`s first time at the helm, the VR experience `Le Musk` will also be finished in about fourteen days` time.&nbsp; 
 
Apart from that, he also has Mostofa Sarwar Farooki`s `No Land`s Man`, Aanand L. Rai`s sentimental dramatization `Atrangi Re`, with Dhanush and Akshay Kumar, and R. Ajay Gnanamuthu`s thrill-ride `Cobra`, featuring former cricketer Irfan Pathan in the pipeline.

After a long break, the Oscar-winning Indian music composer AR Rahman is all set for his return to Hollywood projects. According to Variety, Rahman has again tied up with noted Indian producer Mani Ratnam for the producer`s much-anticipated project, the two-section noteworthy show film `Ponniyin Selvan,` a variation of Kalki Krishnamurthy`s epic five-volume novel.

After a long break, the Oscar-winning Indian music composer AR Rahman is all set for his return to Hollywood projects. According to Variety, Rahman has again tied up with noted Indian producer Mani Ratnam for the producer`s much-anticipated project, the two-section noteworthy show film `Ponniyin Selvan,` a variation of Kalki Krishnamurthy`s epic five-volume novel. The film is presently underway and stars Aishwarya Rai-Bachchan." Every movie I work with Mani Ratnam, we still work with that same enthusiasm. We`re almost finished on the songs, thanks to lockdown," said Rahman in an interview to Variety. Given that the film is set in the times of the Chola realm, the writer has utilized period instruments. "In my case, I keep changing till the end, tweak, tweak, tweak," he added. Having appeared in movies with the soundtrack for Ratnam`s 1992 flick `Roja`, Rahman as of late revamped mainstream youth song of praise `Dhaka Laga Bukka`/`Jana Gana Mana` from the movie producer`s 2004 Tamil/Hindi-language bilingual `Ayitha Ezhuthu`/`Yuva`. It reemerges on `Tandav,` Amazon Prime Video India`s unique political dramatization arrangement which started streaming on Friday. Another film that the 54-year old star is making for is Blessy`s `Aadu Jeevitham,` featuring Prithviraj Sukumaran is an Indian abused migrant worker, who is compelled to herd goats in Saudi Arabia to make a living in the desert. Rahman`s first time at the helm, the VR experience `Le Musk` will also be finished in about fourteen days` time. Apart from that, he also has Mostofa Sarwar Farooki`s `No Land`s Man`, Aanand L. Rai`s sentimental dramatization `Atrangi Re`, with Dhanush and Akshay Kumar, and R. Ajay Gnanamuthu`s thrill-ride `Cobra`, featuring former cricketer Irfan Pathan in the pipeline.

AR Rahman gears up for his return to Hollywood

Filmmakers Mani Ratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan are joining hands to present the Tamil film anthology 'Navarasa', based on the nine rasas or emotions for Netflix, the streamer announced on Wednesday. 
 
The nine short films will narrate stories across nine emotions - anger, compassion, courage, disgust, fear, laughter, love, peace and wonder. 
 
Directors Arvind Swami, Bejoy Nambiar, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Karthik Subbaraj, Karthick Naren, KV Anand, Ponram, Rathindran Prasad and Halitha Shameem are on board 'Navarasa' to bring their distinctive perspective on each rasa. 
 
The proceeds from the films will go towards the well-being of film workers in Tamil cinema impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, a press release said. 
 
Ratnam and Panchapakesan said they have always loved to brainstorm and come up with unique ideas to raise money for deserving causes. 
 
"This time the brainstorming was for the cause of our own industry, to soothe and try and alleviate to some extent the agony of our people who had no work for months. The idea of making short films and raising money through them for this cause was born on one such brainstorming evening. We were thrilled when the idea resonated well instantly with leading directors, actors and technicians of the industry that we approached. 
 
"The idea of 'Navarasa' was a spark when we discussed it and the industry has come together to make it glow, give it soul and make it count for its people. We are happy that Netflix has come forward to take this confluence of emotion, talent, people and the cause to the world," the filmmakers said in a joint statement. 
 
Srishti Arya, Director, International Original Film, Netflix India said the streamer is "thrilled" to be the home to these nine extraordinary films. 
 
"We admire how this wonderful ensemble of filmmakers and talent have joined hands to support the creative community. 'Navarasa' is a celebration of the craft of filmmaking and the magic of Tamil cinema that we can't wait to take to the world," she said. 
 
"Navarasa" will be the second Tamil anthology project set up at Netflix after "Paava Kadhaigal", which was announced earlier this month.&nbsp;

Filmmakers Mani Ratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan are joining hands to present the Tamil film anthology 'Navarasa', based on the nine rasas or emotions for Netflix, the streamer announced on Wednesday.

Filmmakers Mani Ratnam and Jayendra Panchapakesan are joining hands to present the Tamil film anthology 'Navarasa', based on the nine rasas or emotions for Netflix, the streamer announced on Wednesday. The nine short films will narrate stories across nine emotions - anger, compassion, courage, disgust, fear, laughter, love, peace and wonder. Directors Arvind Swami, Bejoy Nambiar, Gautham Vasudev Menon, Karthik Subbaraj, Karthick Naren, KV Anand, Ponram, Rathindran Prasad and Halitha Shameem are on board 'Navarasa' to bring their distinctive perspective on each rasa. The proceeds from the films will go towards the well-being of film workers in Tamil cinema impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, a press release said. Ratnam and Panchapakesan said they have always loved to brainstorm and come up with unique ideas to raise money for deserving causes. "This time the brainstorming was for the cause of our own industry, to soothe and try and alleviate to some extent the agony of our people who had no work for months. The idea of making short films and raising money through them for this cause was born on one such brainstorming evening. We were thrilled when the idea resonated well instantly with leading directors, actors and technicians of the industry that we approached. "The idea of 'Navarasa' was a spark when we discussed it and the industry has come together to make it glow, give it soul and make it count for its people. We are happy that Netflix has come forward to take this confluence of emotion, talent, people and the cause to the world," the filmmakers said in a joint statement. Srishti Arya, Director, International Original Film, Netflix India said the streamer is "thrilled" to be the home to these nine extraordinary films. "We admire how this wonderful ensemble of filmmakers and talent have joined hands to support the creative community. 'Navarasa' is a celebration of the craft of filmmaking and the magic of Tamil cinema that we can't wait to take to the world," she said. "Navarasa" will be the second Tamil anthology project set up at Netflix after "Paava Kadhaigal", which was announced earlier this month.

Mani Ratnam, Jayendra Panchapakesan rope in 9 directors for Tamil anthology 'Navarasa'

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has finally said yes to a film and its with none other than ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam. On reuniting with the man she considers her ‘guru’, Aishwarya said that it was a no-brainer for her.

The film is called ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ and is based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s novel of the same name. The beautiful actress will play a double role in the Tamil epic, which will mark her fourth film with Ratnam after ‘Iruvar’, ‘Guru’ and ‘Raavan’ (in Tamil and Hindi).

At an event recently, Aishwarya revealed details about her film as she said, “It is definitely an experience I’m looking forward to for multiple reasons. Mani is my guru and he is one of the most amazing and brilliant directors of our country. I’ve had the honour, privilege and joy of working with him right in the beginning of my career and several times later. It’s an easy yes to work with that kind of cinematic brilliance.”

Meanwhile at the trailer launch event of the upcoming ‘Maleficent’ film, in which Aishwarya dubs for the titular character in Hindi, she said, “When you watch and listen to the character of Maleficent, even Angelina has played her in a slightly theatrical manner. There is a theatrical manner in which she says her lines, because of her physicality, the way she’s created the character, that makes her speak a certain way. First day we did it like a match, almost the way she had done it and then we revisited some scenes to tweak it and change it.

“So the entire exercise was very interesting and new. It’s a classic story and has classic emotions which are addressed in the drama of it. So the lines can be written that way and you can play it out in the typical way Indians emote and yet you’ve to find the balance between the way you say lines the way Maleficent would in a scenario. It was creatively enriching,” Aishwarya said.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has finally said yes to a film and its with none other than ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam. On reuniting with the man she considers her ‘guru’, Aishwarya said that it was a no-brainer for her.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan has finally said yes to a film and its with none other than ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam. On reuniting with the man she considers her ‘guru’, Aishwarya said that it was a no-brainer for her. The film is called ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ and is based on Kalki Krishnamurthy’s novel of the same name. The beautiful actress will play a double role in the Tamil epic, which will mark her fourth film with Ratnam after ‘Iruvar’, ‘Guru’ and ‘Raavan’ (in Tamil and Hindi). At an event recently, Aishwarya revealed details about her film as she said, “It is definitely an experience I’m looking forward to for multiple reasons. Mani is my guru and he is one of the most amazing and brilliant directors of our country. I’ve had the honour, privilege and joy of working with him right in the beginning of my career and several times later. It’s an easy yes to work with that kind of cinematic brilliance.” Meanwhile at the trailer launch event of the upcoming ‘Maleficent’ film, in which Aishwarya dubs for the titular character in Hindi, she said, “When you watch and listen to the character of Maleficent, even Angelina has played her in a slightly theatrical manner. There is a theatrical manner in which she says her lines, because of her physicality, the way she’s created the character, that makes her speak a certain way. First day we did it like a match, almost the way she had done it and then we revisited some scenes to tweak it and change it. “So the entire exercise was very interesting and new. It’s a classic story and has classic emotions which are addressed in the drama of it. So the lines can be written that way and you can play it out in the typical way Indians emote and yet you’ve to find the balance between the way you say lines the way Maleficent would in a scenario. It was creatively enriching,” Aishwarya said.

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan on working with Mani Ratnam: It’s an easy yes to work with that kind of cinematic brilliance

Aishwarya Rai is teaming up with ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam for a Tamil film. The actress, who made her debut in the Ratnam's 'Irruvar' in 1997, considers the filmmaker as her mentor and says its an 'honour and privilege' to team up with him once again.

Speaking at an event in Chennai recently, Aishwarya said, "You all already know. I am working with Mani garu, my guru, in Ponniyin Selvan. It is my honour and privilege to work with him any and every time, throughout my lifetime as an actor. I am really looking forward to it.”&nbsp;

Aishwarya is reportedly going to play the antagonist of the story. The film is an adaptation of a historical novel 'Ponniyin Selvan' written by Kalki Krishnamurthy. It tells the story of early days of Arulmozhivarman, who later became the great Chola emperor Rajaraja Chola I.

While there hasn't been an official announcement about the entire star cast, but media reports state that Jayam Ravi, Karthi and Vikram will feature in important roles.

After making her debut in 'Iruvar', Aishwarya has worked with the filmmaker in films like 'Guru' and 'Raavan'. Aishwarya's last film in Tamil was Rajinikanth starrer 'Robot'.&nbsp;

Aishwarya Rai is teaming up with ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam for a Tamil film. The actress, who made her debut in the Ratnam's 'Irruvar' in 1997, considers the filmmaker as her mentor and says its an 'honour and privilege' to team up with him once again.

Aishwarya Rai is teaming up with ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam for a Tamil film. The actress, who made her debut in the Ratnam's 'Irruvar' in 1997, considers the filmmaker as her mentor and says its an 'honour and privilege' to team up with him once again. Speaking at an event in Chennai recently, Aishwarya said, "You all already know. I am working with Mani garu, my guru, in Ponniyin Selvan. It is my honour and privilege to work with him any and every time, throughout my lifetime as an actor. I am really looking forward to it.” Aishwarya is reportedly going to play the antagonist of the story. The film is an adaptation of a historical novel 'Ponniyin Selvan' written by Kalki Krishnamurthy. It tells the story of early days of Arulmozhivarman, who later became the great Chola emperor Rajaraja Chola I. While there hasn't been an official announcement about the entire star cast, but media reports state that Jayam Ravi, Karthi and Vikram will feature in important roles. After making her debut in 'Iruvar', Aishwarya has worked with the filmmaker in films like 'Guru' and 'Raavan'. Aishwarya's last film in Tamil was Rajinikanth starrer 'Robot'.

Aishwarya Rai on working with Mani Ratnam: Honour and privilege to work with him everytime

Ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam has not been keeping well for some time now.&nbsp;

Earlier today, the filmmaker was rushed to a hospital after he complained of cardiac issues. He is currently in Chennai’s Apollo Hospital.&nbsp;

Reports suggest that he complained of chest pain following which he was rushed to the nearby hospital.&nbsp;News of his hospitalisation was first announced on Twitter.&nbsp;

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The first time Mani complained of a similar problem was when he was filming ‘Yuva’ in 2014 with Kareena Kapoor and Abhishek Bachchan.&nbsp;

The filmmaker is known for giving major hits including ‘Bombay’, ‘Dil Se’, ‘Raavan’, ‘Roja’, ‘Ok Jaanu’ and ‘Guru’ among many others.&nbsp;

Reportedly he is currently in talks with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan on a period film ‘Ponniyin Selvan’. It is said that ‘Baahubali’ actress Anushka Shetty has also been approached for a pivotal role in the film. Talking about the news of her confirmation for the film, Aishwarya said, “What I will commit to is because even though Mani (Ratnam) hasn't formally announced it himself but the word is out. So yes, I will commit to the fact that yes, I am working with him. I won't say I agreed...I will always be more than thrilled, excited, overwhelmed, humbled and just happy to work with my guru, Mani.”

Ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam has not been keeping well for some time now. Earlier today, the filmmaker was rushed to a hospital after he complained of cardiac issues.

Ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam has not been keeping well for some time now. Earlier today, the filmmaker was rushed to a hospital after he complained of cardiac issues. He is currently in Chennai’s Apollo Hospital. Reports suggest that he complained of chest pain following which he was rushed to the nearby hospital. News of his hospitalisation was first announced on Twitter. Director #ManiRatnam admitted to Greams Road Apollo hospital due to cardiac problems. pic.twitter.com/YnnIH6PHpI — Lokesh (@LokeshJey) June 16, 2019 × The first time Mani complained of a similar problem was when he was filming ‘Yuva’ in 2014 with Kareena Kapoor and Abhishek Bachchan. The filmmaker is known for giving major hits including ‘Bombay’, ‘Dil Se’, ‘Raavan’, ‘Roja’, ‘Ok Jaanu’ and ‘Guru’ among many others. Reportedly he is currently in talks with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan on a period film ‘Ponniyin Selvan’. It is said that ‘Baahubali’ actress Anushka Shetty has also been approached for a pivotal role in the film. Talking about the news of her confirmation for the film, Aishwarya said, “What I will commit to is because even though Mani (Ratnam) hasn't formally announced it himself but the word is out. So yes, I will commit to the fact that yes, I am working with him. I won't say I agreed...I will always be more than thrilled, excited, overwhelmed, humbled and just happy to work with my guru, Mani.”

Veteran filmmaker Mani Ratnam admitted to hospital amid news of cardiac-related issue

Director Mani Ratnam underwent a routine health check-up at a corporate hospital in Chennai&nbsp;and is back to work, his publicist said Monday. 
 
The clarification from the director's office comes amidst reports in a section of media that he had been admitted to the hospital with suspected cardiac issues. 
 
The hospital also said the National Award winning director had visited them for a routine check-up. 
 
"After a routine check-up Mani Ratnam sir (is) back to office today with his routine work... All is well," his publicist Nikkil wrote on Twitter.

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Ratnam had suffered a heart attack some years ago.&nbsp;

The director is currently busy with the pre-production of his latest venture "Ponniyin Selvan", based on the epic Tamil novel.&nbsp;

Director Mani Ratnam underwent a routine health check-up at a corporate hospital in Chennai and is back to work, his publicist said Monday. The clarification from the director's office comes amidst reports in a section of media that he had been admitted to the hospital with suspected cardiac issues.

Director Mani Ratnam underwent a routine health check-up at a corporate hospital in Chennai and is back to work, his publicist said Monday. The clarification from the director's office comes amidst reports in a section of media that he had been admitted to the hospital with suspected cardiac issues. The hospital also said the National Award winning director had visited them for a routine check-up. "After a routine check-up Mani Ratnam sir (is) back to office today with his routine work... All is well," his publicist Nikkil wrote on Twitter. #News23 Updates After a routine Check up Maniratnam sir back to office today with his routine work All is Well...@hasinimani @MadrasTalkies_ pic.twitter.com/qxHGbiV4kM — Nikkil (@onlynikil) June 17, 2019 × Ratnam had suffered a heart attack some years ago. The director is currently busy with the pre-production of his latest venture "Ponniyin Selvan", based on the epic Tamil novel.

Mani Ratnam back to work after 'routine' health check-up

In a shocking update, ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam was threatened with a bomb scare as the Abhiramapuram police in Chennai confirmed the news.&nbsp;

The police are currently trying to trace an anonymous caller who threatened Mani that a bomb would explode at his house if certain portions from his next film titled ‘Chekka Chivandha Vaanam’ are not deleted.&nbsp;

The call was reportedly received at the director’s office.

After the call was received, Mani and team lodged a complaint with the police who searched his office and house with bomb squad for explosives as a precautionary measure.

Mani has a house in Alwarpet in central Chennai region.&nbsp;

In a shocking update, ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam was threatened with a bomb scare as the Abhiramapuram police in Chennai confirmed the news. The police are currently trying to trace an anonymous caller who threatened Mani that a bomb would explode at his house if certain portions from his next film titled ‘Chekka Chivandha Vaanam’ are not deleted.

In a shocking update, ace filmmaker Mani Ratnam was threatened with a bomb scare as the Abhiramapuram police in Chennai confirmed the news. The police are currently trying to trace an anonymous caller who threatened Mani that a bomb would explode at his house if certain portions from his next film titled ‘Chekka Chivandha Vaanam’ are not deleted. The call was reportedly received at the director’s office. After the call was received, Mani and team lodged a complaint with the police who searched his office and house with bomb squad for explosives as a precautionary measure. Mani has a house in Alwarpet in central Chennai region.

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