Behind the Scenes of “Varshangalkku Shesham”

Exploring Vineeth Srinivasan’s Filmography

Vineeth Srinivasan, renowned for directing the blockbuster “Hridayam,” recently introduced the film “Varshangalkku Shesham” to audiences worldwide.

Box Office Reception

Released alongside Fahadh Faasil’s “Aavesham,” “Varshangalkku Shesham” grossed approximately 70 crores worldwide. However, its performance in Tamil Nadu raises eyebrows.

Insights from Tamil Producer Dhananjayan

Dhananjayan’s Perspective

Tamil producer and distributor Dhananjayan shed light on the film’s Tamil Nadu business dynamics.

Negotiations Gone Awry

• Despite expressing interest in distributing the film, Dhananjayan was taken aback by the producer’s quoted price of 15 crores for the Tamil Nadu rights.
• Unwilling to proceed with such a hefty deal, Dhananjayan eventually dropped the idea of releasing the film in Tamil Nadu.

Unexpected Turn of Events

• With no takers for the rights, “Varshangalkku Shesham” was later released on a free basis in Tamil Nadu.
• Despite initial optimism, the film struggled to replicate the success of “Manjummel Boys” in the region.

Cast and Crew

Stellar Ensemble

“Varshangalkku Shesham” features an ensemble cast including Pranav Mohanlal, Dhyan Sreenivasan, Kalyani Priyadarshan, Nivin Pauly, Aju Varghese, Basil Joseph, and Neeraj Madhav.

Behind the Scenes

The film was produced by Visakh Subramaniam and boasts mesmerizing music by Amrit Ramnath.

Navigating the Highs and Lows of Filmmaking

While “Varshangalkku Shesham” achieved significant success on a global scale, its reception in Tamil Nadu posed unexpected challenges. The insights shared by Tamil producer Dhananjayan offer valuable lessons in navigating the intricacies of film distribution and market dynamics.