Overview
Thalaivii is a 2021 Indian biographical drama film based on the life of Indian actress-politician J. Jayalalithaa. The film stars Kangana Ranaut as Jayalalithaa, Arvind Swamy as M. G. Ramachandran, and Raj Arjun as R. M. Veerappan. Shot simultaneously in Tamil and Hindi, it is directed by A. L. Vijay and written by Madhan Karky (Tamil) and Rajat Arora (Hindi). The film is produced by Vishnu Vardhan Induri and Shailesh R Singh of Vibri Motion Pictures and Karma Media And Entertainment respectively.
The film begins with Jayalalithaa’s childhood in Mysore. She is a bright and ambitious girl who dreams of becoming a film star. She moves to Madras (now Chennai) to pursue her dream and soon becomes a successful actress. She is known for her glamorous looks and her powerful performances.
In 1967, Jayalalithaa meets M. G. Ramachandran (MGR), a popular actor and politician. They fall in love and get married. MGR becomes the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 1977. Jayalalithaa joins his political party, the All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK), and becomes a powerful force in Tamil Nadu politics.
After MGR’s death in 1987, Jayalalithaa becomes the leader of the AIADMK. She is elected Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 1991. She is re-elected in 1996, 2001, and 2006. Jayalalithaa is a popular and controversial figure. She is known for her strong leadership and her commitment to social welfare. She is also known for her lavish lifestyle and her alleged links to the underworld.
Thalaivii is a biopic of a woman who defied the odds and became a powerful leader. It is a story of ambition, love, and betrayal. The film is a must-watch for anyone interested in Indian politics or the life of Jayalalithaa.
Thalaivii Storyline
The film begins with Jayalalithaa’s childhood in Meenakshipuram, a small village in Tamil Nadu. She is a bright and ambitious young woman who dreams of becoming a movie star. She moves to Madras (now Chennai) and begins her career as an actress. She quickly becomes a popular star, and her films are box office successes.
In 1967, Jayalalithaa meets M. G. Ramachandran, a popular actor and politician. They fall in love and get married. Ramachandran becomes the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 1977, and Jayalalithaa becomes a powerful figure in the AIADMK party.
After Ramachandran’s death in 1987, Jayalalithaa becomes the leader of the AIADMK party. She is elected Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu in 1991, and she serves as Chief Minister for six terms. She is a popular and controversial figure, and she is known for her strong leadership and her charisma.
Thalaivii is a well-made and entertaining film. Kangana Ranaut gives a powerful performance as Jayalalithaa, and Arvind Swamy is excellent as M. G. Ramachandran. The film is a must-see for fans of Indian cinema and for anyone interested in the life of Jayalalithaa.