Vetri Maaran's tales of oppression: How his films always question the system
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Vetri Maaran's tales of oppression: How his films always question the system

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"If you are not taking a stand when it comes to the issue of oppression, it means you are standing by the oppressor," said celebrated director Vetri Maaran in a round table discussion. VETRI MAARAN'S TALES OF OPPRESSION In 2016, Vetri Maaran directed and produced Visaranai, which was selected as India's official entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the 89th Academy Awards. Here's the trailer: Two years later, Vetri Maaran reunited with Dhanush for the third time for Vada Chennai, which is by far one of the most celebrated works in his filmography. Here's the trailer of Asuran: In 2023, Vetri Maaran helmed Viduthalai Part 1, featuring Soori, Vijay Sethupathi and Bhavani Sre.

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Viduthalai Part 2 OTT release: When and where to watch Vijay Sethupathi's film
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Viduthalai Part 2 OTT release: When and where to watch Vijay Sethupathi's film

India Today  

Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi-led Viduthalai Part 2, which was released in Tamil and Telugu on December 20, 2024, is now available to stream online. Viduthalai Part 2, also starring Manju Warrier, Soori, Gautam Vasudev, Rajiv Menon, and Anurag Kashyap, premiered on Prime Video on Sunday. He is #VetriMaaran climax peak.” Viduthalai Part 2 is part of the two-part adaptation of …

‘Viduthalai Part 2’ movie review: Vijay Sethupathi powers Vetri Maaran’s sequel where ideology outweighs intimate storytelling
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2 months, 3 weeks ago

‘Viduthalai Part 2’ movie review: Vijay Sethupathi powers Vetri Maaran’s sequel where ideology outweighs intimate storytelling

The Hindu  

During one of Viduthalai Part 2’s best scenes, a brief and fleeting moment features a leaf falling on an unconscious Perumal Vaathiyaar. Moments like these populate Vetri Maaran’s Viduthalai Part 2, his most politically charged film yet that leaves you wishing it had more to offer. Viduthalai Part 2 Director: Vetri Maaran Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Manju Warrier, Soori, Chetan Runtime: …

Viduthalai Part 2 review: Preachy Vijay Sethupathi film brings forth strong politics
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Viduthalai Part 2 review: Preachy Vijay Sethupathi film brings forth strong politics

India Today  

Director Vetri Maaran is a powerful voice in Tamil cinema who has carved a unique niche in the industry. Viduthalai Part 2 picks up where Part 1 left off - with Perumal's arrest. Viduthalai Part 2 is a dialogue-heavy film which may not be everyone's cup of tea. Viduthalai Part 2 questions the authoritative system, and it shows ample moments …

Vetri Maaran's tales of oppression: How his films always question the system
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Vetri Maaran's tales of oppression: How his films always question the system

India Today  

"If you are not taking a stand when it comes to the issue of oppression, it means you are standing by the oppressor," said celebrated director Vetri Maaran in a round table discussion. VETRI MAARAN'S TALES OF OPPRESSION In 2016, Vetri Maaran directed and produced Visaranai, which was selected as India's official entry for Best Foreign Language Film at the …

Viduthalai OTT release: When and Where to watch Soori, Vijay Sethupathi's film
1 year, 10 months ago

Viduthalai OTT release: When and Where to watch Soori, Vijay Sethupathi's film

India TV News  

Vetrimaaran's recent film, Viduthalai Part 1, wowed both audiences and critics. The film, which starred Soori in the lead role, was also released in Telugu as Vidudala Part 1. The film starring Soori and Vijay Sethupathi earned overwhelmingly good reviews from both viewers and critics. Vijay Sethupathi astounded audiences with his demanding part, while Bhavani Sre, Gautham Menon, Chethan, Tamizh, …

‘Viduthalai Part 1’ movie review: Soori shines in Vetri Maaran’s most politically-charged film yet
1 year, 11 months ago

‘Viduthalai Part 1’ movie review: Soori shines in Vetri Maaran’s most politically-charged film yet

The Hindu  

March 31, 2023 06:40 pm | Updated 07:15 pm IST A look at director Vetri Maaran’s filmography shows us a common trope in all the films he has directed; they’re stories of ordinary men, underdogs who are trying to make a living for themselves, only to be unwittingly pulled into a world of chaos that they have to escape unscathed. …

Vijay Sethupathi to star in 'Asuran' director's next film titled 'Vidhuthalai'
3 years, 10 months ago

Vijay Sethupathi to star in 'Asuran' director's next film titled 'Vidhuthalai'

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South star Vijay Sethupathi has teamed up with National award-winning filmmaker Vetri Maaran for his next film "Vidhuthalai", the producers announced on Thursday. The Tamil-language film, produced by Elred Kumar's Production house RS Infotainment, who has backed films like "Ko", "Yaamirukka Bayamey", among others, will feature Sethupathi as a mentor and actor Soori as the protagonist. "Viduthalai" has been shot …

Vijay Sethupathi, Soori and Vetri Maaran's Viduthalai first-look posters out
3 years, 10 months ago

Vijay Sethupathi, Soori and Vetri Maaran's Viduthalai first-look posters out

India Today  

Director Vetri Maaran's forthcoming film featuring Soori and Vijay Sethupathi has been titled Viduthalai. VETRI MAARAN'S VIDUTHALAI POSTERS ARE OUT On Thursday, the makers of Vetri Maaran's Viduthalai released two first-look posters starring Soori and Vijay Sethupathi. "Vijay Sethupathi as mentor and Soori as the protagonist," is written on the two posters of Viduthalai. Here are the posters: For the …

Director Vetri Maaran is not happy with Dhanush's Asuran. This is why
5 years, 4 months ago

Director Vetri Maaran is not happy with Dhanush's Asuran. This is why

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Dhanush's recently-released flick Asuran is receiving rave reviews for its theme. Directed by Vetri Maaran, the film addressed land issue rights, caste injustice and discrimination. In several interviews, director Vetri Maaran said that it is the fastest film in his career. At the Mumbai Film Festival, Vetri Maaran, during a panel discussion said, "I wasn't happy the way I completed …

Vetrimaaran on Asuran, his relationship with Dhanush, Vada Chennai 2, and upcoming film with Soori
5 years, 5 months ago

Vetrimaaran on Asuran, his relationship with Dhanush, Vada Chennai 2, and upcoming film with Soori

Firstpost  

Vetrimaaran said: “Very soon, you will get an announcement on Vada Chennai 2. Generally, the director-hero combination would either be rejected by the audiences or they themselves would get separated due to creative differences but Vetrimaaran and Dhanush make sure to supersede their previous work each time. To get perfection for the Tirunelveli and Kovilpatti Tamil dialect, I approached Balu …

‘Asuran’ review: A bloody, gory and glorious revenge saga
5 years, 5 months ago

‘Asuran’ review: A bloody, gory and glorious revenge saga

The Hindu  

October 04, 2019 03:10 pm | Updated December 03, 2021 07:11 am IST Asuran is the fastest Vetri Maaran has ever worked on a film. And that helps with its defining aspect — Asuran is Vetri Maaran’s simplest film yet. Asuran Director: Vetri Maaran Cast: Dhanush, Manju Warrier, Ken Karunas, Pasupathy, ‘Aadukalam’ Naren, Nithish Veera Storyline: One man’s fight to …

Asuran Movie Review: Dhanush and Vetri Maaran gift another solid revenge drama
5 years, 5 months ago

Asuran Movie Review: Dhanush and Vetri Maaran gift another solid revenge drama

India Today  

It’s way past midnight and the sounds of insects haunt you. It’s impressive that director Vetri Maaran was able to make the audience feel eerie, tensed and a sense of longing just five minutes into the story. Director Vetri Maaran’s Asuran is a classic revenge survival drama that has its shining moments. Asuran is Vetri Maaran and Dhanush’s most violent …

Asuran trailer out: Dhanush and Vetri Maaran promise us a violent action drama
5 years, 6 months ago

Asuran trailer out: Dhanush and Vetri Maaran promise us a violent action drama

India Today  

After receiving accolades for their work in Vada Chennai, director Vetri Maaran and actor Dhanush have once again joined hands for their next venture, Asuran. Here's the trailer: Asuran is loosely based on the award-winning writer Poomani's novel titled Vekkai. In a recent interview to The Hindu, Vetri Maaran stated that the film may not satisfy those who have read …

<i>Visaranai</i> to take a shot at Oscar nomination
8 years, 5 months ago

<i>Visaranai</i> to take a shot at Oscar nomination

The Hindu  

Visaranai, the Tamil docu-drama crime thriller, has been chosen India’s official entry to Best Foreign Language Film category at the 89th Academy Awards to be held in 2017. The national award-winning film, directed by Vetrimaran, and produced by actor Dhanush’s Wunderbar Films, documents four migrant workers who suffer police brutality and corruption after being jailed on false charges. He praised …

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