When the Master Filmmaker Mani Ratnam Applauded the Young "18 Miles" Team

 *When the Master Filmmaker Mani Ratnam Applauded the Young "18 Miles" Team*

Over the past few weeks, the poignant love story of 18 Miles has captivated audiences. Its 14-minute prologue, presented by Think Music and directed by Sathish Selvakumar, featuring Ashok Selvan and Mirnaa in the lead, has garnered an exceptional response. Adding further lustre to this celebration, acclaimed filmmaker Mani Ratnam extended his warm appreciation to the entire team for their remarkable work.

Director Sathish Selvakumar says, “It was a truly remarkable experience for all of us in the 18 Miles team. We had the privilege of screening the prologue at the Madras Talkies office. Following a contemplative pause after the screening, Mani Ratnam sir expressed his appreciation, observing that it had been crafted with both elegance and detail. He graciously devoted time to acknowledge every individual, from heroine Mirnaa to my assistant Ashok, our editor Nash, and the wider team. For us, it was an immensely gratifying moment. Executive Producer Shivanand sir also shared his words of encouragement. Mani Ratnam sir further commended the effort that had gone into the prologue, remarking that the dedication of the team was evident in the final work."

Director Sathish Selvakumar tots up adding, 'Mani Ratnam sir's Kannathil Muthammittal was one of my greatest inspirations to evolve as a filmmaker. The emotions crossing beyond oceans and boundaries were esthetically captured by him. Today, to get warm appreciations from the versatile creator himself makes me so elated."