Chandramukhi 2: Kangana Ranaut Addresses Comparisons With Jyotika, Says 'I'm Playing The Original'

Kangana Ranaut is all set for the release of her upcoming Tamil film with Raghava Lawrence, titled Chandramukhi 2. Directed by P Vasu, the film is a sequel to Rajinikanth’s 2005 film Chandramukhi. While there have been many adaptations of the story, Kangana will essay the role of Chandramukhi herself and not a character who gets possessed by her spirit; and the actress is very proud of this fact.

In a recent media interaction, Kangana said, “This is my third film in Tamil after Dham Dhoom and Thalaivii. I am happy all three have been good. Especially, Chandramukhi 2 because I haven’t done such a colourful film with elements like drama, fights and songs. It is also a high point in my career to work with Raghava Lawrence sir, who made me so comfortable on the sets.”

Talking about the comparisons to Jyotika who was the female lead in the 2005 film, Kangana said, “I am a fan of Jyotika ma’am’s Chandramukhi myself. However, unlike before, I am playing the real Chandramukhi in this film. I am not the one who gets possessed by Chandramukhi. That’s the difference. My character will reveal why she became a ghost in the first place. Lakshmi Menon’s character is the one which is inspired by Jyotika ma’am’s character. What I am doing in the film is playing the original Chandramukhi.”

Adding on to Kangana’s point, Raghava Lawrence said, “Jyotika ma’am had to assume she is Chandramukhi and do what she thinks Chandramukhi would do. But this is original. Kangana plays the real person. So, comparing both performances will not be fair. For example, in my film Kanchana, when Sarathkumar’s ghost gets into my body, I become something else. However, Sarathkumar’s character in person is soft-natured. So, that’s the difference.”

Backed by Lyca Productions, the horror drama is scheduled to be released in cinemas on September 28 this year.