Kangana Ranaut on comparisons with Jyotika: I'm original Chandramukhi

Kangana Ranaut and Raghava Lawrence are gearing up for release of ir upcoming film Chandramukhi 2. duo is busy promoting ir film. Recently, during a media interaction, y drew parallels with Jyotika and revealed how it is different from previous iterations of Chandramukhi.

3 things you need to kw

• Chandramukhi 2 is slated for a worldwide release on September 28.
• film is sequel to 2005 film P Vasu directorial, titled Chandramukhi, which tably starred Rajinikanth and Jyotika among ors.
• Ranaut ended up sparking a mir controversy when she revealed that she was t sure if film would release in Hindi - something that was clarified soon after.

'I'm playing original Chandramukhi'

Kangana Ranaut expressed pride in portraying titular character of Chandramukhi, clarifying that she's t one who becomes possessed by ghost, but rar "original" Chandramukhi. She highlighted difference between her portrayal and those in previous iterations, explaining that her character unravels mystery behind Chandramukhi's transformation into a vengeful spirit.

"I am a fan of Jyotika ma’am’s Chandramukhi myself. However, unlike before, I am playing real Chandramukhi in this film. I am t one who gets possessed by Chandramukhi. That’s difference. My character will reveal why she became a ghost in first place. Lakshmi Men’s character is one which is inspired by Jyotika ma’am’s character. What I am doing in film is playing original Chandramukhi (laughs)," she said. 

(A still of Kangana Ranaut from Chandramukhi 2 | Im: Kangana Ranaut/Instagram)

Director Raghava Lawrence, who shares screen with Kangana in film, conveyed his miration for National Award-winning actress. He considered it an hour to collaborate with Kangana, emphasising her pivotal role in movie. Lawrence also spoke of privilege of creating a sequel to Rajinikanth's film under P Vasu's direction, with superstar's blessings.

Kangana Ranaut's return to Tamil cinema

Kangana Ranaut expressed her excitement about returning to Tamil cinema with Chandramukhi 2. She described it as a colourful film filled with drama, fights, and songs. She appreciated Raghava Lawrence for making her feel comfortable on set and considered this project a high point in her career.

Original Chandramukhi vs. possessed character 

Raghava Lawrence clarified distinction between Kangana's portrayal and that of Jyotika in previous Chandramukhi film. He said that while Jyotika h to assume she was Chandramukhi and act accordingly, Kangana's character embodies original Chandramukhi. He ded that this approach sets actress' performance apart.