New Delhi: On July 11, 2024, the highly anticipated trailer of 'Thangalaan,' starring Chiyaan Vikram and Malavika Mohanan, was revealed, causing a wave of excitement on social media. Directed by acclaimed filmmaker Pa. Ranjith, this historical action drama aims to immerse audiences in a completely new world, not so well known and yet a topic of intrigue in the film industry. Building on the success of 'Kalki,' 'Thangalaan' seems poised to break new ground and redefine cinematic experiences once more.
With the release of the trailer, it's time to delve into the mysterious and mystical world of ‘Thangalaan’. Here is a trailer breakdown to give you top 5 scenes that are sure to give one goosebumps:
1. Snake Scene
A scene caught amid brutal action shows a snake unexpectedly emerge on screen and bite someone's throat. It is incredibly intense. It vividly depicts the ongoing conflict and everyone's deep involvement in it.
2. Aarathi's Scream
Aarathi's sudden scream on the screen is thrilling. The intensity of the scene is palpable as is the way it has been filmed. Malavika Mohanan plays Aarathi, a sorceress who is all set to defend the land from exploitation as Birtish set out to exploit and loot the Kolar Gold Fields with the help of locals.
3. Chiyaan Vikram doing the Thangalaan Hailing
Fully drenched in an unrecognisable physicality, Vikram as Thangalaan is seen shouting 'Ho Ha' in the trailer. The crowd shouting in the background adds to the intensity as does Vikram’s performance.
4. Thangalaan Introducing Aarathi
The intensity of battles and fights subsides as Thangalaan unveils that everything was orchestrated by Aarathi. The background music and Aarathi's fierce roar are incredibly spine-chilling.
5. Avatar of Chiyaan Vikram aka Thangalaan
Watching Chiyaan Vikram as Thangalaan, with his face covered in ashes as he roars, is a never-seen or felt-before experience. The superstar has undergone a truly unrecognizable transformation and the effort shows.
‘Thangalaan’ is scheduled for a worldwide release on August 15, 2024, in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. The music of the film is composed by GV Prakash Kumar and the film is touted to be one of a kind period film.