Priyanka Mohan, Kayadu Lohar, and Kathir, among others, star in director Mari Selvaraj's next film, titled Manjanathi. On Wednesday, Priyanka, Kayadu and Kathir spoke about why the film is special for them. Taking to X, Priyanka wrote, "Some films come with a feeling that stays with you, even before you begin. Turning every page of Manjanathi felt like getting closer to a world filled with so much soul and emotion." She added, "I’m incredibly grateful and excited to be a part of this beautiful journey with Mari Selvaraj sir. I’m truly looking forward to stepping into your world and joining you on this journey. And to have the legendary Ilaiyaraaja sir’s music breathe life into our story makes this journey even more special. Can’t wait to begin this magical journey and bring Manjanathi to you all."
The upcoming film marks the first collaboration between Mari Selvaraj and Ilaiyaraaja.
Actor Kathir also spoke about what appealed to him in the film. Taking to X, he wrote, "Love doesn’t look or feel the same to everyone. And Manjanathi made me think about that in a way I hadn’t before. The first narration gave me a completely different perspective on love. I walked out with so many thoughts & all I wanted to know was how this story would turn out."
Meanwhile, Kayadu Lohar shared, "To be a part of a film that makes you confront something so deeply woven into the way we see, judge and control is an honour beyond words. And to experience this journey alongside some of the finest minds in our industry Mari Selvaraj sir and the greatest talents Ilaiyaraaja sir makes this phase all the more exciting and, honestly, feels like a blessing. Grateful. Excited. And deeply honoured to be a part of this one."
The film also stars Poornima Ravi, Vidhu, and J Vignesh of Kaaka Muttai fame. It brings Kathir back together with his Pariyerum Perumal director Mari Selvaraj and with Poornima Ravi after their collaboration on Lingam.
On the technical front, the film also has cinematographer Ezhil Arasu K, editor Selva RK, art director Ramu Thangaraj, and stunt choreographer Dhilip Subbarayan.
It is produced by Mari Selvaraj and his wife, Divya, through their banner Navvi Studios, alongside Sushant Prasad of Skanda Pictures. Also backing the film is the banner Fortune Entertainment.
