The makers of director Sathish Selvakumar’s upcoming romantic drama ’18 Miles’, featuring actors Ashok Selvan and Mirnaa in the lead, have announced that acclaimed director Mani Ratnam praised their team after watching the recently released prologue of the film.
Director’s Excitement
Director Sathish Selvakumar shared, “It was a truly remarkable experience for all of us in the ’18 Miles’ team. We had the privilege of screening the prologue at the Madras Talkies office. Following a contemplative pause after the screening, Mani Ratnam sir expressed his appreciation, observing that it had been crafted with both elegance and detail. He graciously devoted time to acknowledge every individual, from heroine Mirnaa to my assistant Ashok, our editor Nash, and the wider team. For us, it was an immensely gratifying moment. Executive Producer Shivanand sir also shared his words of encouragement. Mani Ratnam sir further commended the effort that had gone into the prologue, remarking that the dedication of the team was evident in the final work.”
Inspiration from a Master
The director continued, “Mani Ratnam sir’s ‘Kannathil Muthammittal’ was one of my greatest inspirations to evolve as a filmmaker. The emotions crossing beyond oceans and boundaries were aesthetically captured by him. Today, to receive warm appreciation from the versatile creator himself makes me so elated.”
About ’18 Miles’
For those unaware, ’18 Miles’ is a poignant love story, with a 14-minute prologue that was released recently. The prologue suggests that the romantic narrative revolves around Tharana (Mirnaa), a Sri Lankan Tamil struggling with the pain caused by the ethnic genocide of Tamils in Sri Lanka, and an empathetic Indian naval officer (Ashok Selvan), who is willing to go the extra mile to offer her solace.
Film Details
- Music: Siddhu Kumar
- Cinematography: Ezhil Arasu K.
- Editing: Nash
- Art Direction: M Devendran
- Co-Directed by: Amarnath Rajaram
- Choreography: Azar
The film promises to be a touching exploration of love and resilience.