Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi and superstars Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth watched Tamil film Ponnar Shankar recently.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M Karunanidhi and superstars Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth watched Tamil film Ponnar Shankar recently.
Ponnar Shankar, which sees the return of actor Prashanth on the silver screen after a four-year-long hiatus, has been produced and directed by his father Thiyagarajan.
The period film is an adaptation of the novel scripted by Karunanidhi.
Karunanidhi has written the story, screenplay and dialogues for the film.
Kamal Haasan with film's lead actor Prashanth.
The movie was billed as an opulent historical film, planned on a mega budget.
The story is about two brave warriors Ponnar and Shankar (both played by Prashanth) who become the rulers of Ponni Valanadu.
The story revolves around their birth and the hardships faced by their mother Thamarai (Khushboo) and father Kundrudayan (Jayaram). The embattled family is drawn into family feuds as well.
Ultimately, inner strength of character helps the family triumph over the dark days.
Director Thiyagarajan has adroitly adapted a historic story onto the big screen.
The scale of the film, such as a song involving 2000 dancers, is grand and impressive.
Among the actors, Prashanth skillfully adapts to playing dual roles.
Among the ensemble cast, Nasser as Mayavar is particularly impressive
Somewhat weak performances are put out by Prashanth's lady loves played by Pooja Chopra and Divya Parameshwaran.
Last word: If you love grandeur and history, don't miss Ponnar Shankar!
