PS 2 audio & trailer launch: Event comes to an end

It's a wrap for PS 2 audio and trailer launch event. 

I have done many films with Mani sir. I hope he keeps giving me such amazing roles, like Nandhini: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Vikram: Like how Karikalan can’t forget Nandini, I can't forget my role. This is one of my dream roles. I am lucky to be a part of Mani Ratnam’s film. Rahman sir’s magic has worked wonders in PS album. 

Chinnanjiru (Marumurai), the sixth song is sung by Khatija Rahman.

Uyir Epodhum Ungaladayathu Thaan, says Trisha

"After the release of PS 1, I received so many recreations of my character and I would just like to say thank you," says Kundavai

Karthi: Cinema is special for Indians. When lockdown ended, we all happily went to theatres. I am glad I am in this industry. Thanks to Mani Ratnam sir..PS has broken records of sorts!

Aga Naga sung by Shakthisree Gopalan being performed now. 

5th song, Chinnanjiru Nilave is played now. 

Sobitha: All I feel is gratitude and I am a happy girl. 

Aishwarya Lekshmi: To be here and to receive all the love as an actor is overwhelming. Take pride in being a part of this movie. I told my friend who is a director on how this is a pan indian film. He denied it considering the nativity factor. But now it has gone global

Trisha and I have worked together in several films but Mani sir film is special. I told her how Kundavai will bring her laurels and it did, says Ravi.

Jayam Ravi: This venue has fans of all actors but beyond that there are ponniyin selvan fans. The movie brought people who haven’t been to theatres for a very long time. People came even with oxygen cylinders to cinema halls. Thanks Mani sir for making this epic.

Jayam Ravi, Aishwarya Lekshmi, and Sobitha Dhulipala on stage.

Fourth song, Veera Raja Veera being played. KS Chitra has sung the song. 

Third song -- Ilayor Sooda being performed.

"In Kerala even watching such films are a huge thing. Glad I am on such a huge stage today. 'Iruvar' and 'Kannathil Mutthamitaal' are my favourites. Mani sir's films are the best books for students like me," says Joju George.

Actor Joju George on stage.

Actors Rahman and Vikram Prabhu on stage.

Nandini or Kundavai? Asks the MC. STR says both eyes are important. Can't shut any of them.

"Aishwarya Rai I won the first prize in my school drawing competition when I sketched you. Not because the drawing was beautiful, you are," STR adds.

He says, "I have been hearing a lot about Pa Ranjith's Thangalaan and Vikram anna has done a superb job. Looking forward to watching Vikram and Aishwarya ji in PS 2. My darling Karthi and Trisha all the best."

The 'Atman' says, "I watched Pathu Thala yesterday. AR Rahman sir killed it. Despite fasting he has been working round the clock"

STR adds, "Mani sir is like a baby. Babies get whatever they want by being adamant. He is a go-getter. I was a nocturnal person. I started seeing mornings because of him. Mornings are a magic"

"My gurus Kamal sir, AR Rahman sir and Mani Ratnam sir are here and makes me tensed. Mani sir gave me CCV when I felt let down," STR says.

'Pathu Thala' star Silambarasan TR on stage.

First song from the album titled Shivoham is being performed

Mani sir has kept me employed for 31 years. He has been a mentor, brother, and a friend. People ask him when is he giving a comeback. They ask me as well. Keep encouraging us. He has been taking Tamil cinema global for 40 years, say ARR

"I am here because of Mani Ratnam. It happened due to Vaanam Kottatum and now I understand why he visited the sets often. Probably he saw Periya Pazhuvetarayar in me. Mani sir told me on how to go about romancing Aishwarya Rai and asked me to hold her tight," says Sarathkumar.

Sarathkumar on stage.

The most-awaited PS-2 trailer is out!

Mani Ratnam joins Kamal on stage for PS2 trailer launch!

He ends by saying: "Why many people don't make such films? Fear! Mani too would have had a slight panic! Kamal quotes Kurudhi Punal dialogue. 'Veeramna enanu theriyuma? Bayam Ilaadha madhri nadikardhu'."

Kamal further adds: This is not only the golden era of Cholas but for Tamil cinema in general and we are fully equipped.

Subaskaran is gutsy and even when he has the guts to spend, Mani had more guts to make such a film, says Ulaganayagan.

Kamal adds: I also got to witness AR Rahman's orchestra in Dubai 2 days ago. I was in tears! We hardly have time left in life. Cinema is lesser time and we need to do good work in less time we have.

My relationship with Mani Ratnam began even before Nayagan, says Kamal

AV of Ulaganayagan being played.

'Atman' Silambarasan TR arrives at the venue wearing a blue jacket.

The album of Ponniyin Selvan 2 out now!!

The captian of the ship Mani Ratnam with his wife Suhasini Mani Ratnam.

Lyca Productions chairman Allirajah Subaskaran with Water Resources Minister Duraimurugan.

Charming Chola king Arunmozhi Varman sitting in the throne.

"I just want to be part of PS. Giving me a role like Poonguzhali and the reception for the character was huge from Tamil fans. I feel very honoured and very happy for getting the role,” says Aishwarya Lekshmi.

'Mozart of Madras' and the man of the moment AR Rahman arrives at the venue.

The witty Kundavai flaunts her blue saree as she sits on the throne.

Aditha Karikalan aka Vikram arrives at the venue.

"PS 2 will reach greater heights than the first one. Part 1 ran at a theatre in Stockholm for 45 days straight. Cholas' history has been taken to the world,” says writer Jeyamohan.

Dhivyadharshini (DD) and Raju Jeyamohan to host the event.

Kamal enters the stadium amidst huge roar from the public outside.

'Ulaganayagan' Kamal Haasan is about to enter the venue in few seconds.

Audio and trailer launch event of PS 2 commences.

Sembiyan Mahadevi aka Jayachitra at the venue.

Kundavai and Vanathi share a warm moment as they head towards the grand event!

Samuthirakumari (Aishwarya Lekshmi), who has conquered the seas, is here at the venue to conquer your hearts.

Kundavai aka our gorgeous Trisha Krishnan at the venue wearing a blue saree.

Sarathkumar, N Lingusamy, Dhruv Vikram and Bharathiraja at the venue.

"Very much happy that we are at the audio and trailer launch event of PS 2. The first part got a huge reception from the audience and the same will be for the second instalment. PS 2 has come out well and we are very proud of the film. The film will start emotionally and has the same granduer. We are excepting like you all for the part 2 to be a hit as well,” Ravi says.

Vanathi aka Sobitha Dhulipala arrives at the venue.

Actor-politician Kushbhu Sundar gets to meet Arunmozhi Varman (Jayam Ravi) & Samuthirakumari (Aishwarya Lekshmi) before the event.

Nandini aka Aishwarya Rai Bachchan at the venue!!

Chinna Pazhuvetarayar's periya moment with the cameras.

Vikram Prabhu (Parthibendra Pallavan) arrives at the venue and tries his hand in the 360 degree camera.

‘Soorarai Pottru’ fame Sudha Kongara arrives at the venue.

The 'Master' aka 'Captain of the ship' Mani Ratnam arrives at the venue.

"It was a 4 year journey for me from the audition to the release. Very happy to be here and to see all of you after 6 months. And I am very honoured to be a part of this film, which is once in a lifetime," says Sendhan Amudhan.

Sendhan Amudhan Ashwin Kakumanu arrives at the venue.

The ambitious Parantaka Chozhan Rahman arrives

Actors Lal and Azhagam Perumal are gracing the red carpet.

Lyricist Snehan and his wife Kannika Ravi are here!!

Cheorographer of Ponniyin Selvan, Brinda Master is here to grace the event.

Karthik & Jessie in Mani Ratnam's universe!!  

A day before Pathu Thala release, Silambarasan TR will grace the audio and trailer launch event today.

ARR on sleepless nights ahead of PS-2 audio launch!

Singer Shakthisree Gopalan talks to DT Next about Aga Naga from Ponniyin Selvan 2 acing the charts. She will share the stage with AR Rahman to perform the song today!

Suhasini Mani Ratnam all dressed up to attend the event.

Excitement among fans skyrocket as the trailer of the second instalment is set to release at 9:30 pm.

The stage is set for the grand audio and trailer launch of Mani Ratnam's magnum opus PS 2