Ravi Mohan: “I Knew Ponniyin Selvan Would Be Great from Day 1 of Shooting”
Actor Ravi Mohan—who played Arulmozhi Varman (the young Rajaraja Chola) in director Mani Ratnam’s epic film Ponniyin Selvan—recently spoke about his experience working on the project and how confident he felt about the film early on.Ravi said that even on the first day of shooting, he sensed that Ponniyin Selvan was going to be something special. He explained that when so many talented actors and creative professionals came together for the film, it already pointed to a major cinematic event.He added that he woke up every day thinking about being part of “one of the greatest films”, and while that brought pressure to perform well, it also drove him to stay fully committed to the role. ravi shared that he felt the responsibility of the character intensely—before, during, and even after shooting each scene.On what sets director Mani Ratnam apart, ravi said that Ratnam will spend months perfecting a key scene if he believes it can elevate the entire film—something that other filmmakers might abandon sooner. According to him, that dedication is what gives the project its distinctive mark.Ravi Mohan’s reflections come during a period of renewed attention on his career, with his recent work in Parasakthi also receiving praise from critics and audiences alike Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any agency, organization, employer, or company. All information provided is for general informational purposes only. While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, reliability, or suitability of the information contained herein. Readers are advised to verify facts and seek professional advice where necessary. Any reliance placed on such information is strictly at the reader’s own risk.