Ponniyin Selvan is a film based on the classical historical novel written by Kalki. This film is directed by the ace director Manirathnam. Anushka has been signed to do the female lead role.
Vijay is donning the role of Vallavarayan Vandhya Devan while Arya is donning the role of Arul Mozhi Varman. Telugu super star Mahesh Babu is donning the role of Adithya Karikaalan.
This film will narrate the history of the first Raja Raja Chozhan. This film is the long time dream project of Manirathnam. Now Manirathnam is directing a direct single Tamil film after 9 years.
Writer Jayamohan is writing the screenplay for this film. Kamal who had also planned to make this film few years back is also giving his advice to Manirathnam.
A R Rahman is composing the music while Sabu Cyril is the art director. Santhosh Shivan is in charge of cinematography. The shooting of the film is to commence in the month of January. The film is being produced at a cost of Rs 100 Crores.