Trailer of Mirchi Siva’s ‘Soodhu Kavvum 2’ released
The trailer of ‘Soodhu Kavvum 2’, produced by Thirukkumaran Entertainment & Thangam Cinemas and directed by S. J. Arjun, starring Mirchi Siva in the lead role, was released at a function held at the Kamala Cinema Complex in Chennai. Director P. Ranjith released the trailer, and special guests and the film crew received it.
‘Soodhu Kavvum 2’, directed by debutant director S. J. Arjun, stars Mirchi Siva, Harisha Justin, Vaagai Chandrasekhar, Radha Ravi, M. S. Bhaskar, Aruldas, Kalki, Karate Karthi and many others. The cinematography of this film is done by Karthik Thillai and the music is composed by Edwin Louis Viswanath and Hari S. R. The film is produced by C. V. Kumar and S. Thangaraj under Thirukumaran Entertainment and Thangam Cinemas. The film is being released by Shanmuga Films K. Suresh across Tamil Nadu.
The film, which will be released in theaters worldwide on the 13th of this month, was previewed and pre-released with many leading film personalities including directors P. Ranjith, Karthik Subbaraj, Nalan Kumaraswamy, R. Ravikumar, A. R. K. Saravanan, actor Bobby Simha and others as special guests. Along with them, director S. J. Arjun, cinematographer Karthik Thillai, music composer Edwin Louis Viswanath, film editor Ignatius, art director Surender, actors Vaagai Chandrasekhar, Mirchi Siva, Aruldas, Harisha Justin, Karunakaran, Kalki, Karate Karthi and the film crew were present.
At the beginning of the event, Edwin Louis Viswanath, who will make his debut as a music composer through the film ‘Soodhu Kavvum 2’, took the stage and sang the songs featured in the film and enthralled the audience. Following this, the preview of the film was released.
Speaking at the event, producer Thangaraj said, “There are many talented people emerging from the C. V. Kumar school. Director S. J. Arjun met me in that line. He first met me to make the film ‘Pizza 4’. After finishing the story and screenplay of that film, one day I finished writing the story of ‘Soothu Kavvum 2’. He said, “Listen to me.” Then he said, “Let’s make Pizza 4 first.” I said, “I think the budget of Soothu Kavvum 2 will be higher.” Listen to the story completely, and then we can decide.
When I first came to the film industry, I was amazed by watching the first part of ‘Soothu Kavvum’ three times in a row. It is a cult classic movie. Since this was on my mind, I wanted to make Soothu Kavvum 2 before Pizza 4. That’s how the work on this film began.
First, we talked to Mirchi Siva and signed him. He had acted in the second part of ‘Kalakalappu’, ‘Chennai 28’, and ‘Tamil Padam’. All were successful films. We signed him because of this sentiment. It was a joy that he agreed to act in this film.
After that, C.V. Kumar and I started producing this film together. All the actors and technicians gave their full cooperation. I would like to thank them at this moment. This film will be released in theaters on the 13th. I request everyone to visit the theater and support it,” he said.
Director P. Ranjith said, “My best wishes to the producers C.V. Kumar and Thangaraj team. The preview and songs of the film are interesting to watch. This film will definitely be a success. I hope the fans will like it.
When I was working on Chennai 28, Mirchi Siva also acted in it. I think his talent has not yet been revealed. He is waiting for a good moment. I am sure he will win. My best wishes to him too.
Getting an opportunity from producer C.V. Kumar is a unique story. My friend and I sent him an email in English, which we knew, and through that we got the opportunity. It was an unforgettable experience.
Then I met Santhosh Narayanan. I didn’t like any of the songs he composed. I asked him if I wanted a different kind of music. He was ready for that too. Today he has a unique identity. He worked hard for this. Today he is the first choice for creators who want to create new cinema. I would like to thank CV Kumar for discovering his talent at this moment. I wish Soodhu Kavum 2 a huge success and a profit for the producers. Happy, thank you,” he said.
Director Karthik Subbaraj said, “Pa Ranjith sent an email to impress producer CV Kumar. I sent him a message on Facebook and got the opportunity. After directing short films and achieving success, Nalan Kumarasamy and I started approaching producers to make films. The style of telling stories to producers reduced my self-confidence. I did not like the way of telling stories. So at one point, I could not convince the producers by telling the story. So I believed that we would not get any producers. It was at that moment that I heard that the producer had come from Madurai during the audio launch of Attakathi, so I followed him on Facebook. One day, he called me to his Chennai office and asked me for the story. The first thing I said after meeting him was that I could not tell the story, he said, “It’s okay, give me the screenplay.” After that, he said that he would read the story in an hour and then we can make the film. For that, I thank him at this moment. I also thank all the talented people who are currently standing on the stage for creating it.
I knew that Nalan Kumarasamy was writing the story of Soodhu Kavvum. He is the father of dark humor. His screenplay will be excellent. We can watch Soodhu Kavvum anytime and enjoy it. The second part of this film is currently being prepared. I would like to thank and congratulate all the artists who worked for this at this moment. The only character who is related to the first part of Soodhu Kavvum and the second part is Aruumi Prakasam. My congratulations to Karunakaran who is playing that character. Like the first part of Soodhu Kavvum, the second part will be a huge success,” he said.
Speaking, director Nalan Kumarasamy said, “It was a wonderful experience while making Soodhu Kavvum. We made it in 47 days. After that, I have traveled a long way. It happened like magic.
C V Kumar has the talent to read the script and judge it well. He can judge not only the script but also the director. If there are talented directors in the making, then his prediction is also there.
Soodhu Kavum 2 has worked hard for the film. This film will definitely be a success,” he said.
Music composer Santhosh Narayanan said, ”I don’t think directors Pa Ranjith, Karthik Subbaraj, and Nalan Kumarasamy have ever come together for any event. I thank them for coming together here.
Before the film Attakathi, it was the global superstar Mirchi Siva who called me and introduced me to every producer and asked me to give a chance to a talented music artist. Whenever I get tired, it is Mirchi Siva who cheers me up.
The Tamil film starring Mirchi Siva should be the first film I should compose music for. Mirchi Siva was the one who refused out of hand, saying that the music for that film will be in a different format and that he doesn’t want me.
After that, C.V. Kumar met me one day. He said wait for three months after listening to all my music. As he said, he came after three months and introduced Pa. Ranjith. He didn’t like my music. He took these people to see it. After that, I came to know about folk music. To be honest, it was Pa. Ranjith who made me an artist.
The first three films I got were the ones that defined me. I would like to thank these three directors at this moment.
It was emotional while composing the music for the first part of Soodhu Kavvum. It was an unforgettable experience. I would like to continue working with these three directors.
Congratulations to the debutant composer who composed the music for Soodhu Kavvum 2. He performed live on stage here. I was very impressed by this. I request producer C. V. Kumar to give this composer a chance in two more films.
My heartfelt congratulations to the team of Soodhu Kavvum 2. I hope everyone likes this film. If you like it, please support me, thank you,” he said.
Producer C V Kumar said, “Pa Ranjith had sent a beautifully designed invitation for his wedding. After that, our friendship continued. One day he told me a story. I liked it.
When the dubbing of Attakathi was going on, I liked the pizza story told by Karthik Subbaraj and I started working on that film.
After introducing Nalan Kumarasamy, Karthik Subbaraj told me that he had a good story. Then I liked the story he told.
When I met Santhosh Narayanan, he told me for another film.
He was working. But I liked his talent and had faith in him.
When P. Ranjith met me, he asked me to compose music for Yuvan Shankar Raja. I convinced him to meet Santhosh Narayanan once, work with him, and if he doesn’t like it, he can change it.
I asked Nalan Kumarasamy to write the story for Soodhu Kavvum 2. He couldn’t continue working, and then give him the story idea. I asked him for permission to write the screenplay. Arjun is a talented writer. He has a lot of knowledge about stories. Today, many people don’t know how to present comedy. But director Arjun has created it beautifully in this film.
The cinematographer, music director, editor, and all the technical artists of this film have given their full cooperation.
The main reason why this film is reaching the audience to this extent today is because of producer Thangaraj. The film has come out well, it is a film that is enjoyed in the theater. Everyone likes it. Arjun has already written the story for the next part before the work on this film is completed. I hope that film will also be made soon. Thank you to everyone who accepted our invitation and came here,” he said.
Director S J Arjun said, “Producer C V Kumar keeps a lot of things in his mind. When it happens, when it is possible, everyone knows what he was thinking. This event is a reunion event for Thirukumaran Entertainment.
I worked as an assistant director in the film Mundasupatti. Whenever I see Pa Ranjith, Nalan Kumarasamy and Karthik Subbaraj, I feel scared. That fear has come back to me now that I see them all together here.
Thank you for giving me the opportunity to direct Soodhu Kavum 2. We have done the film quite well. I think it was a success if director Nalan Kumarasamy had not seen the film and criticized it.
Karunakaran and MS Bhaskar, who acted in this film, understood their roles and acted. All the technicians who worked on the film gave their full cooperation. I would like to express my best wishes and gratitude to everyone at this juncture.
I would also like to thank producer C V Kumar for giving me the opportunity to direct this film. I met producer Thangaraj at his restaurant and first narrated the story of Pizza 4. After that, I narrated the entire story of Soodhu Kavvum 2. After hearing that, he agreed to produce this film, and I would like to thank him for this,” he said.
Actor Bobby Simha said, “The preview of Soodhu Kavvum 2 is great, it gives me hope that it will be a great comedy. Congratulations to everyone who worked on this film. This film will definitely be a success. Because the global superstar Siva has acted in it. Only a few people can play certain characters. Only Siva can play the character of Gurunath in this film. I am sure he would have acted well.
C. V. Kumar sir, ‘Soodhu Kavvum 2’ will win, don’t worry. I acted in the first part of Soodhu Kavvum. The director kept having doubts about my performance. Only after the editor watched some scenes and said that Bobby Simha was acting well, the director gained confidence.
The experience of receiving the salary from producer C. V. Kumar is unforgettable. This film will definitely be a big success,” said
The actor Mirchi Siva said, “Producer C V Kumar and director Arjun met me. They said that they are planning to make a second part of the film. Nalan Kumarasamy has given an outline for this film, and we have expanded it. Director Arjun told the entire story, which was good.
Producer C V Kumar is an asset to Tamil cinema. He is a university. Although that university does not have facilities, he has produced talented students. He loves cinema beyond measure. I request that many more talented newcomers be introduced. I want him to continue producing films.
Producer Thangaraj is a golden man. He provided delicious food throughout the shoot. I have been paid for this film in the form of a check. They have said that I will get my salary after the OTT rights and satellite rights of the film are sold. I would like to remind you of that.
I got the opportunity to act with Vaagai Chandrasekhar in this film. It was an unforgettable experience.
The music director of this film, Edwin Lewis, is an amazing talent. “He has a great future, congratulations,” he said.