With just a couple of days left to go for the launch of the trailer of the film, the unit of director Mani Ratnam's much-awaited magnum opus, Ponniyin Selvan, on Sunday released the looks of actors Prakash Raj, Rahman and Jayachitra in the film. While Prakash Raj plays Sundara Chozhar, Rahman plays Madurantakan and Jayachitra plays Sembiyan Maadevi in the epic film which is based on eminent writer Kalki's classic work, Ponniyin Selvan. Ponniyin Selvan–1: Sobhita Dhulipala Introduced as the Quick–Witted, Courteous Vanathi in Mani Ratnam’s Film (View Motion Poster).

Taking to Twitter, Lyca Productions, which is producing the film along with Mani Ratnam's Madras Talkies, said: "Every rose has its thorns. The Emperor, the Queen Mother and the Son who wants it all! Meet Prakash Raj as Sundara Chozhar, Jayachitra as Sembiyan Maadevi and actor Rahman as Madhurantakan!" The production house also disclosed the look of the character actress Sobhita Dhulipala plays in the film. Ponniyin Selvan–1 Makers Reveal Aishwarya Lekshmi’s First Look as Poonguzhali (View Motion Poster).

It said: "Quick-witted, courteous and so much more than what meets the eye! Presenting Sobhita Dhulipala as Vanathi!" The film, whose first part is scheduled to open on September 30, is a brilliant story that revolves around the early life of prince Arulmozhi Varman, who later on went on to be known as the great Raja Raja Chozhan.

First Look of Prakash Raj, Jayachitra and Rahman From PS1

Described by Mani Ratnam as his dream project, the film features a galaxy of top stars including actors Vikram, Aishwarya Rai, Trisha, Karthi, Jayam Ravi, Jayaram, Parthiban, Lal, Vikram Prabhu, Jayaram, Prabhu and Prakash Raj. The film will be among the most expensive projects ever undertaken in the country.

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