It is not just songs, Ilaiyaraaja is also integral to Manjanathi, says Mari Selvaraj
Director Mari Selvaraj discusses his upcoming film 'Manjanathi', highlighting the integral role of composer Ilaiyaraaja in the project. The film focuses on the emotions and aspirations of women in southern districts.
Why it matters
It showcases the collaborative creative process between prominent figures in Indian cinema and the cultural significance of regional storytelling.
Award-winning director Mari Selvaraj’s next film, Manjanathi , with music by maestro Ilaiyaraaja, is not centred on a single woman character but on women portrayed by three actors. The story’s title was originally part of a series published in the Tamil magazine Ananda Vikatan .
The article is a standard entertainment industry interview.
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