- Bharathiraja and music maestro Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja have teamed up after 31 years for this film
- We expect the movie to be like ‘Alaigal Oivadhillai’: Producer G Dhananjayan
- Music means Ilaiyaraaja and direction means Bharathiraja: Director Perarasu
- A deserving talent like Manoj Bharathiraja has been given a deserving opportunity by Suseenthiran: FEFSI Chairman and Director RK Selvamani
- I am sure this film will be successful, and I will talk about my son at that time: ‘Iyakkunar Imayam’ Bharathiraja
R ARIVANANTHAM
Actor Manoj Bharathiraja is making his debut as a director through ‘Margazhi Thingal’ bankrolled by Director Suseenthiran’s Vennila Productions. While ‘Iyakkunar Imayam’ Bharathiraja plays a very important role, the film has newcomers Shyam Selvan, Rakshana, and Naksha Saran in lead characters.
Bharathiraja and music maestro Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja have teamed up after 31 years for this film. The trailer and audio launch event of ‘Margazhi Thingal’ was held in Chennai on Wednesday.
Suseenthiran, who delivered the welcome address, said, “ I am very happy to produce this film that has brought together Iyakkunar Imayam Bharathiraja and Manoj Bharathiraja.”
Trailer:
Actor Karthi said, “Greetings to all. My salutations to Bharathiraja sir. I didn’t think Manoj Bharathiraja would direct a movie so soon. Thanks to Suseenthiran for making this happen. I feel very happy whenever I think of Ilaiyaraaja sir. Till now I have been following him as a role model. I wish he continues to compose music for more films. I pray to God that this film should definitely do well.”
Producer G Dhananjayan said, “Good evening, all. The title ‘Margazhi Thingal’ is wonderful. I hope the film will have a lot of substance. We expect the movie to be like ‘Alaigal Oivadhillai’. I have to thank Suseenthiran sir. He has given opportunity to new faces. Best wishes for the movie’s success.”
Director Thiru said, “Congratulations to Manoj and Suseenthiran. I wish this movie all success.”
Producer Suresh Kamatchi said, “I hoped that Manoj should become a director and it has now come true. This is because of Suseenthiran. A great filmmaker, Bharathiraja is now focusing on acting. I have a lot of faith in Manoj’s talent. I wish this film success.”
Producer PL Thenappan said, “Thanks to all the good souls who have come here. We all are here for Bharathiraja. Suseenthiran sir has produced his first film. I wish Manoj to direct many movies and be successful.”
Director Perarasu said, “Greetings to Bharathiraja, Sivakumar, Seeman and all others. Music means Ilaiyaraaja and direction means Bharathiraja. They have carved a place for themselves in the hearts of the people. I am very happy to see the reunion of the two greats. Bharathiraja, the hero and the heroine have acted very well in the trailer. ‘Margazhi Thingal’ directed by Manoj Bharathiraja will become a huge hit.
Directors’ Association Secretary RV Udhayakumar said, “I wanted Manoj to become a director. I kept telling him this for years. Thanks to Suseenthiran for giving Manoj Bharathiraja an opportunity to become a wonderful director. When I saw the trailer of this movie, I thought of ‘Alaigal Oivadhillai’. Its songs very beautifully reminded me of the songs of ‘Kadhal Oviyam’. Ilaiyaraaja and Bharathiraja cannot be separated and their relationship will never fade. Manoj Bharathiraja will start a new chapter with this film. Congratulations to the hero and heroine. I wish this movie will be a hit.”
Heroine Naksha Saran said, “Thank you to the entire team of ‘Margazhi Thingal’. Bharathiraja sir is very friendly. Many thanks to Manoj Bharathiraja and Suseenthiran for giving me the opportunity. The film has turned out very well.”
Heroine Rakshana said, “Thank you Manoj Bharathiraja sir, Suseenthiran sir and all the crew members of ‘Margazhi Thingal’. Ilaiyaraaja, whose music can never go wrong, has composed for this movie, thank you very much sir. You (audience) will love this movie and everyone must watch it.”
Protagonist Shyam Selvan said, “I have acted in this movie because of Manoj Bharathiraja. Thanks to everyone who helped in this film. Thank you Bharathiraja and Ilaiyaraaja sir. Gratitude to everyone who came to the event. Thanks to everyone in my family.”
Director Lingusamy said, “Bharathiraja sir is one of the finest directors in Tamil cinema. Margazhi Thingal is the first word in Thiruppavai. So this is a really a nice title. Kudos to the producer of this movie, Suseenthiran. The trailer looks great. I hope this movie will be a huge hit.”
Director Manoj Bharathiraja said, “After 18 years of struggle I am now a director. I had narrated many stories to Suseenthiran sir. Suddenly one day he called me and said ‘You should make a film’. After that the shooting started in 15 days. I am honoured to have Ilaiyaraaja and Bharathiraja teaming up in my first film. The protagonist Shyam has acted well. Rakshana and all have contributed wonderfully. This movie has taken shape well. Everyone should watch it. Thanks to my wife and children who have been with me in my troubles. Journalists are like a family. I hope this movie will be a success.”
FEFSI Chairman and Director RK Selvamani said, “A deserving talent like Manoj Bharathiraja has been given a deserving opportunity by Suseenthiran. Thanks to Bharathiraja sir too. The beautiful Tamil title ‘Margazhi Thingal’ makes me happy. I hope the film will be earthy and grand. All the actors in the movie have acted well. Journalists should take Manoj Bharathiraja to the people as a great director.”
Naam Tamilar Party chief coordinator Seeman said, “My love and respect to all. It is a happy moment to have my younger brother as the director. Thank you, Suseenthiran. Ilaiyaraaja is a greatest achiever. Nothing beats his talent. Bharathiraja sir is another great legend.”
Actor Sivakumar said, “It’s great to see everyone from the film industry here. Iyakkunar Imayam Bharathiraja and Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja have teamed up after many years in ‘Maragazi Thingal’. I hope this movie will be very good. I wish everyone a long and happy life.”
Iyakkunar Imayam Bharathiraja said, “ ‘En iniya Tamizh Makkale, ungal paasathirkuriya Bharathiraja pesugiren.’ Thanks to all the greats who are sitting on the stage. It’s not easy for an actor to become a director. I have faith in my son. The trailer has been done brilliantly. The main person I have to thank is Suseenthiran. Everyone should watch this love-based movie. All the directors here fondly called me father. I cherish this love. Thanks to all who came here. I am sure this film will be successful, and I will talk about my son at that time.”
