
Mani Ratnam
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The man who revolutionized Tamil-language cinema, Mani Ratnam is the biggest director in South India and one of the most respected directors in all of India. Each of his films contains its own unique style, with beautifully photographed songs and unique back-lighting, and deal with a wide variety of topics, from the classic Indian love story to political thrillers.
Known for
Credits

Roja (1992)
Director

Thug Life (2025)
Director

Guru (2007)
Director

Dil Se.. (1998)
Director

Bombay (1995)
Director

Ponniyin Selvan: Part I (2022)
Director

Ponniyin Selvan: Part II (2023)
Director

Anjali (1990)
Director

Alaipayuthey (2000)
Director

Kannathil Muthamittal (2002)
Director

Nayakan (1987)
Director

Iruvar (1997)
Director

Raavanan (2010)
Director

O Kadhal Kanmani (2015)
Director

Agni Natchathiram (1988)
Director

Thalapathi (1991)
Director

Raavan (2010)
Director

Thiruda Thiruda (1993)
Director

Pagal Nilavu (1985)
Director

Yuva (2004)
Director

Idhaya Kovil (1985)
Director

Kadal (2013)
Director

Mouna Raagam (1986)
Director

Kaatru Veliyidai (2017)
Director

Geethanjali (1989)
Director

Aayitha Ezhuthu (2004)
Director

Chekka Chivantha Vaanam (2018)
Director

Unaru (1984)
Director
Untitled Maniratnam - Vijay Sethupathi Movie (—)
Director

Pallavi Anu Pallavi (1983)
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