The Duo
– A fictionalized account of the lives of 1980s Tamil Nadu political icons M. G. Ramachandran and M. K..
Release Date:
14 Jan 1997
Language:
Tamil
Director:
Mani Ratnam
Writer:
Mani Ratnam (screenplay), Mani Ratnam (story), Suhasini (dialogue), Suhasini (screenplay)
Main Actors:
Mohanlal, Prakash Raj, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Gautami
Plot:
A struggling actor Anandam (Mohanlal) is befriended by up and coming grassroots leader and scriptwriter Tamilchelvam (Prakashraj). As Anandam grows in popularity, he becomes an important tool for the Tamilchelvam and his party in wooing the public. After the death of the party leader Annadurai (Nasser), both protagonists find themselves in candidacy for the top spot, the schism is inevitable.
Awards:
4 wins.
Ratings: