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Mani Ratnam

Born 1956-06-02

The man who revolutionized Tamil-language cinema, Mani Ratnam is the biggest director in South India and one of the most respected directors in all of India. Each of his films contains its own unique style, with beautifully photographed songs and unique back-lighting, and deal with a wide variety of topics, from the classic Indian love story to political thrillers.

Known for

Ponniyin Selvan: Part Two 2023 · 7.0 Ponniyin Selvan: Part I 2022 · 7.4 Dil Se.. 1998 · 7.5 Thug Life 2025 · 3.9 Nayakan 1987 · 8.6 Guru 2007 · 7.7 O Kadhal Kanmani 2015 · 7.5 Bombay 1995 · 8.1 Roja 1992 · 8.1 Thalapathi 1991 · 8.5 A Peck on the Cheek 2002 · 8.3 Yuva 2004 · 7.3 Saathiya 2002 · 6.8 Alai Payuthey 2000 · 8.3 Iruvar 1997 · 8.4 Chekka Chivantha Vaanam 2018 · 7.2 Aayitha Ezhuthu 2004 · 7.9 OK Jaanu 2017 · 5.3 Raavan 2010 · 5.4 Raavanan 2010 · 6.9 Mouna Ragam 1986 · 8.4 Anjali 1990 · 8.2 Geethanjali 1989 · 8.3 Kaatru Veliyidai 2017 · 5.8 Putham Pudhu Kaalai 2020 · 6.8 Kadal 2013 · 5.5 Aasai 1995 · 7.5 Thiruda Thiruda 1993 · 7.1 Agni Natchathiram 1988 · 7.7 Vaanam Kottattum 2020 · 6.3 Dum Dum Dum 2001 · 7.0 Pallavi Anu Pallavi 1983 · 7.4 Taj Mahal 1999 · 4.6 Pagal Nilavu 1985 · 6.6 Idaya Kovil 1985 · 6.2 Unaroo 1984 · 7.1 Five Star 2002 · 6.0 Jai Ho 2014 · 7.9 Nerukku Ner 1997 · 6.0 Indira 1995 · 7.2 Dasarathan 1993 · 4.0