- By Sukanya Saha
- Sun, 07 May 2023 11:00 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Ponniyin Selvan: Part 2 directed by Mani Ratnam, generated a lot of excitement prior to its release, similar to Part 1. The film has been running for a week in theatres and is on the verge of surpassing Rs 150 crore at the domestic box office. Early reports indicate that Ponniyin Selvan 2's pace has picked up after a slight decline on Day 9.
Ponniyin Selvan: Part 2 hit cinemas on April 28 in various languages with a nationwide release similar to its predecessor, PS 1. The movie saw a slight decrease in its performance but soon regained its momentum.
The Mani Ratnam-directorial, according to trade reports, has earned Rs 6.60 crore (net) in India on its seventh day, bringing the total collection to Rs 128.60 crore in the country after seven days.
Also read: Ponniyin Selvan (PS-2) Review: Aishwarya Rai Steals The Show In This Slow-Paced But Engaging Sequel
As the second week began, on Day 8, the film grossed INR 5.50 crore. Early estimates on Day 9 suggested that the film made a jump to Rs 8 crore, which is a significant increase from the previous few days. Therefore, the estimated total collection of the movie stands at around Rs 142.10 crore, now.
About Ponniyin Selvan
Ponniyin Selvan, which is based on Kalki Krishnamurthy's renowned literary novel of the same name, is a historical drama. Its initial installment made over Rs 500 crore at the global box office.
The main cast of the movie includes Chiyaan Vikram, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Karthi, Trisha, and Jayam Ravi. Supporting roles are played by Aishwarya Lekshmi, Sobhita Dhulipala, Jayaram, Prakash Raj, Vikram Prabhu, Sarathkumar, Parthiban, and Prabhu.
An Extract From PS 2 Review By Jagran English
Amarar Kalki's epic writing creates a complex tapestry of conspiracies, political unrest, and impending warfare, punctuated by unexpected surprises and shocking revelations at every turn. Mani Ratnam took on the daunting task of faithfully adapting this monumental Tamil novel, and he expertly balanced the pace of the narrative, gradually unravelling new layers of complexity and introducing unexpected plot twists. The director handles the material with confidence and skill, delivering a moderately engaging film adaptation.
Ravi Varman's cinematography is excellent. The lighting and visuals improve the realistic tone of the story. Despite the enormous amount of content condensed from the novels, the editing is satisfactory. The choreography for the final war scene was top-notch. As mentioned earlier, the writing is strong and guides the audience through the plot smoothly.
