Thangalaan: A Glimpse into India’s Turbulent Past
The highly anticipated Tamil film Thangalaan, starring Chiyaan Vikram and directed by Pa Ranjith, is set to release on August 15. The film is based on true events that revolve around the lives of mine workers in the Kolar Gold fields of Karnataka during the pre-independence time. The movie features Chiyaan Vikram and Malavika Mohanan as main lead roles, along with Parvathy Thiruvothu, Daniel Caltagirone, Hari Krishnan Anbudurai, Vettai Muthukumar, and Krish Hassan in supporting roles.
Image: A scenic view of the Kolar Gold Fields
The period action drama was made on a staggering budget of Rs 100-150 crore. National Award winner GV Prakash Kumar has composed the music for the film, with cinematography by A Kishor Kumar and editing by Seva RK, art direction by SS Murthy, and stunts choreographed by Stunner Sam. The distribution partner for the film is Dream Big Films, with PRO handled by Sabari.
The film’s theatrical release date has been confirmed, but fans are eagerly waiting for its online release. Thangalaan is set to stream on Netflix, which has been announced as the official OTT platform of the film, but a premiere date is yet to be revealed.
A Glimpse into the Film’s Promotions
The makers of the film are promoting Thangalaan in Tamil and Telugu extensively ahead of the release. Vikram is ready to show his extraordinary performance in this highly anticipated film. The theatrical trailer, which garnered significant buzz upon its release, has sparked the excitement surrounding the movie.
Image: A screenshot from the Thangalaan trailer
According to an official statement, advance bookings for the Tamil version of Thangalaan opened on August 10. The film is being distributed in Kerala by Gokulam Gopalan’s Sree Gokulam movies. Due to the recent landslide in the Wayanad area, Kerala promotions for Thangalaan were cancelled. Sree Gokulam Movies, in collaboration with Studio Green, announced that the funds billed for the promotion would be donated to the Chief Minister’s relief fund.
A Look into the World of Theater
In other news, a group of actors will perform a reading of American playwright and author Neil Simon’s 1963 play “Barefoot in the Park” at Tehran’s Da Theater on August 17. Amir Mohammad Shavali will be the director of the reading performance, which will be read by a cast composed of Mehri Sadat Aleaqa, Zahra Shojai, Mehdi Mohammadi, and Mehran Imanipour.
Image: A poster for the play “Barefoot in the Park”
“Barefoot in the Park” is a romantic comedy stage play that premiered on Broadway in 1963, featuring Robert Redford and Elizabeth Ashley in the leading roles. The play was adapted into a film in 1967, with Redford co-starring alongside Jane Fonda.
Conclusion
Thangalaan is a film that promises to take us on a journey through India’s turbulent past. With its talented cast, stunning cinematography, and captivating storyline, it is sure to leave a lasting impact on audiences. As we wait for its release, let us take a moment to appreciate the world of theater and the magic it brings to our lives.
