Parasakthi is a cult classic Tamil film which released in 1952, and starred Sivaji Ganesan in the lead role.
Last Updated: 07.37 PM, Jan 29, 2025
A clash of titles! Two films, with two Tamil stars, revealed the title of their respective films on Wednesday, January 29, and the coincidence strikes! With Vijay Antony’s upcoming film titled Parashakthi in Telugu, within a few hours, Sivakarthikeyan and Sudha Kongara’s much anticipated SK W5 has also been titled Parasakthi.
Parasakthi rings a familiar tome to film buffs. The title marks the 1952 Tamil film starring Sivaji Ganesan, a cult classic which is known for its famous monologue by the protagonist towards the climax.
While it’s a common fashion for new Tamil films to use old film titles, on Wednesday, two star films had announced Parasakthi as titles with slightly different spellings.
Sivakarthikeyan and Sudha Kongara’s project has been named Parasakthi across languages, while Vijay Antony-starrer has chosen to keep Parashakthi as its Telugu title. Interestingly both the films mark the 25th outing for respective lead actors.
Vijay Antony put out a statement that they have rightfully registered the title in July 2024 with South Indian Film Chamber of Commerce. This means Sivakarthikeyan starrer might have to opt for different title.
But the twist comes when AVM Productions which has the rights to the 1952 film released a statement that they are happy to pass on the baton of title to Dawn Pictures which is producing Sivakarthikeyan’s film. The veteran production house also congratulated Sudha Kongara and team for their project.
The Sivakarthikeyan-starrer features actor Ravi Mohan as the antagonist in his first such outing, and Atharvaa Murali in pivotal role. Sreeleela, who predominantly works in Telugu films, will be making her debut in Tamil cinema.
Meanwhile, directed by Arun Prabhu Purushotaman, the film will be released in Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam as well. The film’s ensemble cast includes seasoned actors Vaagai Chandrasekar, Sunil Kriplani, Cell Murugan, Trupthi Ravindra, and child actor Master Keshav, among others. It is in final stages of post production.
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