The much-anticipated moment arrived for fans of Maestro Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja as the official launch of his biopic film titled ‘Ilaiyaraaja’ unfolded in Chennai. Actor Kamal Haasan had the esteemed honor of unveiling the poster, featuring Dhanush in a captivating retro style, embodying the musical legend Ilaiyaraaja. Directed by Arun Matheswaran, renowned for his work in Captain Miller, the film promises to delve deep into the life and times of the iconic composer.
Presented by Connekkt Media, PK Prime Production, and Mercuri Movies, the movie boasts an impressive lineup of producers including Sriram Bakthisaran, C.K. Padma Kumar, Varun Mathur, Ilamparithy Gajendrean, and Saurbh Mishra. With cinematography by Nirav Shah and Production Designing by Muthuraj, the film is poised to be a visual and auditory spectacle.
The event witnessed the presence of the legendary Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja himself, along with acclaimed directors Vetrimaaran and Thiagarajan Kumararaja, among other luminaries from the film fraternity. Actor Dhanush, who will be portraying Ilaiyaraaja, expressed his overwhelming emotions, describing the opportunity as a dream come true.
Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan, with his deep connection to Ilaiyaraaja spanning over decades, extended his heartfelt wishes to the entire team. He emphasized the significance of presenting a unique perspective on the life of the musical luminary, acknowledging the diverse interpretations such a film could evoke. Haasan fondly reminisced about his collaboration with Ilaiyaraaja on the iconic song “Kanmani Anbodu Kadhalan” from the movie Guna.
The event culminated in the unveiling of a groundbreaking announcement: the retro poster adorned with handwritten musical notes by Ilaiyaraaja himself, presented by none other than Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan. It marked a historic moment in cinema, promising a cinematic journey that celebrates the life and legacy of one of India’s greatest music composers.
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