Interview/ Mani Ratnam , filmmaker Tucked away on a narrow lane behind Chennai’s upscale Greenways Road, the Madras Talkies office exudes the same aesthetic and visual artistry as Mani Ratnam ’s films. Journalists, TV crews and assistant directors crowd the front office, eager to catch a glimpse of the director a day before the release of Thug Life. The office, flooded with natural light, feels as vibrant as his work. Young staff, fashionably dressed and reminiscent of his movie characters ... Gopala Ratnam Subramaniam, better known as Mani Ratnam , is one of the most celebrated filmmakers in Indian cinema. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he has pushed the boundaries of storytelling, brought cinematic realism into mainstream films, and introduced a generation to complex, layered narratives that engage both the heart and the intellect. Whether it's romance, politics, communal conflict, or inner turmoil, Mani Ratnam ’s films dive deep into the soul of Indian society ... Mari Selvaraj expresses heartfelt gratitude after receiving praise from Maniratnam for Bison, calling it one of the most meaningful moments. In an interview, Malayalam screenwriter Dennis Joseph recalled his collaboration with Mani Ratnam on the film Anjali and how he eventually had to leave the project midway.
