R. Gnanathesikan, better known by his screen name Ilaiyaraaja, is a legendary music composer of Indian cinema, predominantly in Tamil films. Regarded as a ‘generational talent’, he is one of the most prolific composers of the country, with over 1,000 feature films to his name; in a career spanning over five decades, he has composed over 7,000 songs across languages.
Considering his enduring legacy, a biographical film based on his life is totally deserved, and fortunately, it is already in the making. Tamil actor Dhanush will be essaying the role of ‘Isaigani’ Ilaiyaraaja on screen, marking his first appearance in a biopic. Arun Matheswaran, who was recently applauded for writing and directing the action thriller film Captain Miller (2024), has reportedly been roped in to direct this prestigious project.
According to some reliable sources, a lot of Tamil actors will be seen in guest appearances or extended cameos. The film will be officially launched tomorrow, i.e., March 20, 2024. Currently in the pre-production phase, this project will go on the floor in the second half of the year. Connekkt Media, a production company based in Mumbai is bankrolling this project.
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