Vetrimaaran rejects pan-India film strategy: 'I make films on my stories, not...'
Filmmaker Vetrimaaran recently expressed his admiration for Dhanush’s evolution as a filmmaker following the success of Raayan.
Updated : August 18, 2024 12:56 PM ISTFilmmaker Vetrimaaran recently expressed his admiration for Dhanush’s evolution as a filmmaker following the success of Raayan.
Vetrimaaran on the sets of Vada Chennai.
Vetrimaaran and Dhanush share a remarkable bond that has resulted in some of the most memorable films in Tamil cinema. This actor-director duo has not only shaped each other's careers but has also won the hearts of audiences with their powerful storytelling. Reflecting on Dhanush's journey, especially after the massive success of Raayan, Vetrimaaran expressed his pride in Dhanush’s evolution as a filmmaker.
In a recent interview with a Tamil news channel, Vetrimaaran acknowledged that Dhanush’s growth as a storyteller was expected, given his family background. "It's a natural progression, I think. He has grown up among directors. His brother is a director. He also has the acumen to learn fast. So, it's very natural for him to become a director," Vetrimaaran observed.
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Raayan, Dhanush’s 50th film, was a milestone in his career. To mark the occasion, Dhanush not only starred in the movie but also took on the roles of writer and director. The film, which explores the shifting power dynamics between four siblings, struck a chord with audiences and became one of the biggest hits of Dhanush's career.
Vetrimaaran, who debuted as a director with Polladhavan starring Dhanush, has since collaborated with the actor on modern Tamil classics like Aadukalam, Vada Chennai, and Asuran. Fans are eagerly awaiting the sequel to Vada Chennai, which was initially planned as a trilogy and ended on a cliffhanger in 2018. Vetrimaaran assured fans that Vada Chennai 2 will come soon and confirmed that his next project is Vaadivaasal.
When asked about the pan-India trend, Vetrimaaran made it clear that he has no intention of catering to a universal audience at the cost of his storytelling. "I don't believe in making films based on how many language barriers it will cross. I make films based on my stories and the world I come from," he stated.
Currently, Vetrimaaran is busy with the post-production work of Viduthalai Part 2, which is expected to hit cinemas later this year.