Malayalam writer Vivek Ranjith recently shared his exhilaration on social media after witnessing the re-release of the classic Tamil film ‘Ghilli,’ starring the renowned actor Vijay. The film’s return to theaters has sparked nostalgia and excitement among audiences.
‘Ghilli’ is a significant film in Tamil cinema as it was the movie that launched Vijay to stardom. Its re-release has been warmly received not only in Tamil Nadu but also among audiences in Kerala.
Vivek Ranjith, known for his contributions to the Asif Ali starrer ‘Kili Poyi,’ took to Twitter to express his enthusiasm for the re-release. He described the theater experience as “absolutely crazy.” In his tweet, Ranjith marveled at the electric atmosphere in the theater, where the audience cheered, whistled, and danced passionately to iconic songs like “Kokkarakko” and “Appadi Podu.” He recalled missing the chance to watch ‘Ghilli’ in theaters two decades ago, opting instead for ‘Runway,’ but stressed that the re-release was worth the wait.
Directed by Dharani, ‘Ghilli’ is an action-packed sports film that tells the story of Velu, an aspiring Kabaddi player who becomes embroiled in a battle against the formidable Muthupandi while attempting to rescue Dhanalakshmi. The film was originally released in 2004.
