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India Gazette
3 days ago
- Sport
- India Gazette
SS Rajamouli pens emotional note for Shreyas Iyer and Virat Kohli ahead of IPL 2025 final, says
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 2 (ANI): The IPL 2025 final between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) is set to take place on Tuesday at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. As the two teams prepare for the big clash, filmmaker S.S. Rajamouli shared an emotional post that quickly caught fans' attention. On Monday, Rajamouli took to his X to share a picture showing Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer and RCB star Virat Kohli shaking hands. Along with the picture, the filmmaker added a caption praising both cricketers for their journey and hard work. Speaking about Iyer, Rajamouli shared how the player led Delhi Capitals to a final but was dropped, then won a trophy with Kolkata Knight Riders, and was dropped again. On the other hand, he acknowledged Virat Kohli's consistent brilliance over the years. Rajamouli wrote, 'This man leads Delhi to a final... and is dropped... Leads Kolkata to a trophy... dropped... Leads a young Punjab to the finals after 11 years. He deserves this year's trophy too... On the other hand, it is Kohli... who is performing year after year... compiling thousands of runs. The final frontier for him... He deserves it too. Whatever the result... it's going to be a heartbreak...' Punjab Kings reached the final after defeating Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2, thanks to a brilliant unbeaten 87 off 41 balls by Shreyas Iyer. With this, Iyer has become the first player to lead three different IPL franchises to a final. RCB secured their place in the final by beating Punjab in Qualifier 1. Kohli has been in great form this season, scoring consistently and leading from the front. The upcoming final is especially important because neither RCB nor PBKS has ever won an IPL trophy. This will be RCB's fourth appearance in an IPL final and PBKS's second -- their first in more than a decade. All eyes will be on Ahmedabad on Tuesday as fans wait to see which team finally lifts their first IPL title. (ANI)
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
SS Rajamouli praises Shreyas Iyer's IPL exploits, questions franchises for not retaining him
Delhi Capitals' captain Shreyas Iyer's performances at the IPL this year have caught the eye of the cricketing world and beyond. Filmmaker SS Rajamouli took to his social media accounts to praise Shreyas for becoming the first captain to lead three different IPL franchises to the marquee tournament's final. Delhi Capitals and Kolkata Knight Riders did not retain Shreyas despite him leading the former to the IPL final and the latter to the title, respectively. Now, Shreyas has guided Punjab Kings to their first final in 11 years. Referring to Shreyas' match-winning innings in yesterday's second qualifier for Punjab Kings against Mumbai Indians, Rajamouli wrote, 'Iyer guiding Bumrah's and Boult's yorkers to the third man boundary… Exquisite… This man leads Delhi to a final… and is dropped… Leads Kolkata to a trophy… dropped… Leads a young Punjab to the finals after 11 years. He deserves this year's trophy too…' Rajamouli also drew attention to the unique situation where there will be a first-time IPL winner on June 03. 'On the other hand, it is Kohli… who is performing year on year… compiling thousands of runs. The final frontier for him… He deserves it too,' wrote the Baahubali filmmaker about the final between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The filmmaker added, 'Whatever the result… its going to be a heartbreak…' On the work front, Rajamouli is collaborating with actor Mahesh Babu in a two-part film series, tentatively titled SSMB29. He is also working with a screenplay by Vijayendra Prasad. The project reunites him with composer MM Keeravani and costume designer Rama Rajamouli.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'PBKS vs RCB match result will be heartbreaking': SS Rajamouli feels both Shreyas Iyer, Virat Kohli deserve IPL trophy
As the IPL 2025 final between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bangalore draws near, excitement is at an all-time high. With Punjab Kings, led by Shreyas Iyer, clinching victory against Mumbai Indians, fans are now bracing for a thrilling showdown against RCB. Among those torn between the two teams is filmmaker SS Rajamouli, who expressed his dilemma over choosing sides, praising both Shreyas and Virat for their performance. (Also Read: SS Rajamouli salutes the Indian Armed Forces; urges people not to shoot footage: 'You might be helping the enemy') On Monday, Rajamouli took to X (formerly Twitter) and shared a picture of Shreyas Iyer and Virat Kohli shaking hands on the cricket ground, wearing their respective jerseys. He penned a heartfelt note acknowledging Shreyas' contributions not only to PBKS but also to his previous teams, writing, "Iyer guiding Bumrah's and Boult's yorkers to the third man boundary… Exquisite… This man leads Delhi to a final… and is dropped… Leads Kolkata to a trophy… dropped… Leads a young Punjab to the finals after 11 years. He deserves this year's trophy too…" The filmmaker went on to express his admiration for Kohli and the emotional weight of the upcoming match, adding, "On the other hand, it is Kohli… who is performing year on year… compiling thousands of runs. The final frontier for him… He deserves it too. Whatever the result… it's going to be a heartbreak… 😢" While some fans echoed Rajamouli's sentiments, others passionately shared their reasons for supporting either Shreyas or Kohli. RCB had earlier defeated PBKS in Qualifier 1. The much-anticipated IPL 2025 final is set to take place on June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium. Rajamouli is currently working on his highly anticipated film SSMB 29, which stars Mahesh Babu in the lead, alongside Priyanka Chopra and Prithviraj Sukumaran in pivotal roles. The film marks Priyanka's return to Indian cinema after a long hiatus, and fans are eagerly awaiting her comeback. The action-adventure film, which is reportedly inspired by Indiana Jones, is currently in production.
Hans India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Rajamouli showers praise on blockbuster ‘Tourist Family'
Released with little fanfare on May 1st, Tourist Family has turned into an unexpected box-office sensation, grossing over ₹70 crore worldwide. Starring Sasikumar and Simran, and directed by debutant Abishan Jeevinth, this Tamil family drama has captured the hearts of both audiences and critics, including one of India's biggest filmmakers—SS Rajamouli. The RRR and Baahubali director took to social media platform X to share his admiration for the film. 'Saw a wonderful, wonderful film Tourist Family. Heartwarming and packed with rib-tickling humor. And kept me intrigued from beginning till end,' he posted. He further applauded the director, saying, 'Great writing and direction by Abishan Jeevinth. Thank you for the best cinematic experience in recent years.' Rajamouli also urged movie lovers not to miss the film in theatres. Despite being released alongside Suriya's Retro, a big-ticket film, Tourist Family managed to outshine it, especially in Tamil Nadu, where it raked in a stunning ₹50.80 crore, surpassing Retro's earnings. The film revolves around a quirky Sri Lankan Tamil family who migrate to Rameswaram, and their emotional, humorous journey that unfolds in a new land. With its strong emotional core, relatable characters, and refreshing humor, Tourist Family has resonated widely with audiences, becoming a word-of-mouth blockbuster. Director Abishan Jeevinth's debut is now being hailed as a standout in Tamil cinema this year, and with Rajamouli's endorsement, Tourist Family is poised to draw even more attention in the coming weeks.
Time of India
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Tourist Family OTT release: Rajamouli calls it a must-watch. When and where to watch the Tamil movie
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads About Tourist Family When S.S. Rajamouli speaks, the film world listens. So when the legendary filmmaker behind Baahubali and RRR publicly lauded a small-budget Tamil film on X, the entire industry—and audience—took notice. But what was this movie that made India's most celebrated director call it the best cinematic experience he's had in years? The answer: Tourist Family , a heartwarming entertainer that's taken Tamil cinema by by debutant Abishan Jeevinth, Tourist Family has turned into a surprise blockbuster, raking in over Rs 50 crore at the box office despite releasing alongside heavyweight titles like Suriya's Retro and Nani's Hit: The Third Case. But its biggest moment came when none other than S.S. Rajamouli took to social media and gushed about the film.'Heartwarming and packed with rib-tickling humor,' Rajamouli wrote in his glowing review, calling the film 'a wonderful, wonderful cinematic experience' and praising Abishan's writing and direction. 'Don't miss it,' he urged his followers—words that instantly catapulted the film to national Abishan Jeevinth, the recognition was surreal. Still reeling from the surprise, he responded emotionally, expressing disbelief that the same man whose films had inspired him would one day praise his work. 'You've made this boy's dream larger than life,' the young director said in an X to this, Tamil cinema's biggest icons—Rajinikanth and Dhanush—also hailed Tourist Family as a triumph in storytelling. The film, made on a modest budget, has proven that content truly is king, outshining big-banner competitors with its relatable characters and emotional Sasikumar and Simran in lead roles, Tourist Family is a feel-good family entertainer that blends laughter, drama, and heartfelt moments. The ensemble cast also includes Yogi Babu, Mithun Jayashankar, M.S. Bhaskar, Ramesh Thilak, and Sreeja Ravi. With music by Shaan Rahman and cinematography by Aravind Viswanathan, the film has been praised not just for its story, but for its vibrant aesthetic and tight editing by Bharath Vikraman. The movie is produced by Million Dollar Studios and MRP Entertainment, and backed by Nasareth Baslian, Mahesh Raj Baslian, and Yuvaraj Ganesan.
