Hyderabad: Karthik Subbaraj's much-anticipated film, Jigarthanda Double X, starring Raghava Lawrence and SJ Suryah, has been generating considerable buzz as it inches close to its release date. This film, a standalone sequel to the 2014 hit Jigarthanda, blends elements of period drama, gangster action, and dark comedy, all under the skilled direction of Karthik Subbaraj.
The trailer for Jigarthanda Double X was unveiled on November 4, with acclaimed music directors Anirudh Ravichander and Thaman S releasing the Tamil and Telugu versions of the trailer, respectively. The trailer offers a tantalizing glimpse into Karthik Subbaraj's directorial which promises to be an intriguing film within film.
Running for 2 minutes and 49 seconds, the trailer masterfully introduces the characters without delving much about them and the story. It becomes evident that Raghava Lawrence plays a gangster who aspires to become the first dark hero in Tamil cinema. He taps SJ Suryah, who is rumored to have worked as an assistant to the legendary filmmaker Satyajit Ray, to direct a film titled Pandya. The trailer hints at a storyline filled with intriguing twists and turns, culminating in the intriguing storyline.
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Going by Jigarthanda Double X trailer, Karthik's directorial appears highly promising, with outstanding performances and engaging storytelling. The film also appears to carry a subtle social commentary, as seen in a scene where SJ Suryah justifies making a gangster film, alluding to the audience's preference for morally complex characters. Jigarthanda Double X promises to be a multi-layered cinematic experience, making it a must-watch in theaters.
The tagline of the film sparked curiosity among many: "A Pandya-Western Film." When questioned, Karthik Subbaraj once explained, "Yes, 'Pandya' essentially signifies the movie's pan-Indian nature. We envisioned a scenario in which someone attempts to create a pan-Indian film in 1975."
He went on to clarify, "In the teaser, there's a scene where someone mentions 'it's a pan-Indian Western film,' and Lawrence misinterprets it as a 'Pandya-Western film.'" The director further elaborated, "In essence, the story revolves around two individuals striving to produce a Spaghetti Western film. The film unfolds the events that follow."
Jigathanda Double X is set to be released in multiple languages this Diwali. With a runtime of 2 hours and 52 minutes and a U/A certification from the CBFC, Jigarthanda Double X has been produced by Stone Bench Films in collaboration with Five Star Creations and Ivenio Origins. The film boasts a talented technical team, with music composed by Santhosh Narayanan, cinematography by S. Thirunavukkarasu, and editing by Shafique Mohamed Ali. Mark your calendars for the film's release on November 10, 2023.
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