(2022) is an epic historical action drama directed by Mani Ratnam , based on the classic 1955 novel by Kalki Krishnamurthy . It dramatizes the early life of Chola prince Arulmozhi Varman , who later became the renowned emperor Rajaraja I . Movie Highlights
: Released on September 30, 2022, it became the highest-grossing Tamil film of 2022, earning over ₹450 crore worldwide. Key Details Director: Mani Ratnam (2022) is an epic historical action drama directed
: Produced by Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions , the film was shot across various locations in India and Thailand. It was originally intended as a single film but was split into two parts due to its vast scope. (2022) is an epic historical action drama directed