HOLLYWOOD MEETS KOLLYWOOD: WHEN LEGENDARY ACTOR CLINT EASTWOOD PUTS ‘JIGARTHANDA DOUBLEX’ ON HIS WATCHLIST”
Starring SJ Suryah, Raghava Lawrence, Nimisha Sajayan, Naveen Chandra and Shine Tom Chacko, ‘Jigarthanda DoubleX’ opened to rave reviews and turned out to be one of this year’s biggest hits
Renowned director Karthik Subbaraj’s latest venture, ‘Jigarthanda DoubleX,’ featuring Raghava Lawrence and SJ Suryah, has been making waves since its release last month. The film, a tribute to legends Clint Eastwood and Satyajit Ray, received acclaim from both audiences and critics alike.
Before the film’s release, Karthik Subbaraj expressed his admiration for Clint Eastwood and Satyajit Ray, stating that ‘Jigarthanda DoubleX’ is a heartfelt dedication to these iconic figures including Superstar Rajinikanth.
In a surprising turn of events, a fan’s plea for Clint Eastwood to watch the film reached the legendary actor-director himself, prompting an official response. The actor’s media handle confirmed Eastwood’s awareness of the movie and his intent to watch it once he completes his current project, ‘Juror 2.’
Overwhelmed by this unexpected acknowledgement, Karthik Subbaraj took to social media to express his gratitude. He remarked on the surreal feeling of having Clint Eastwood aware of and interested in his directorial. The director thanked the fan who initiated the plea and all the supporters who made this connection possible.
He wrote, “Wowww….. Feeling So Surreal!! The Legend #ClintEastwood is AWARE of #JigarthandaDoubleX & gonna watch it soon… This film is my heartfelt dedication to @RealTheClint on behalf of Millions of his Fans in India… Can’t wait to hear what he thinks of the film once he does…. Thanks a lot @Vijay70269050 and all #JigarthandaXX fans on twitter who reached out to the man himself & making this happen…. Feeling Blessed
Directed by Karthik Subbaraj, known for his innovative filmmaking, ‘Jigarthanda DoubleX’ delves into the story of an aspiring filmmaker aiming to create a movie centered around a real-life gangster. Produced by Kaarthekeyen Santhanam, S. Kathiresan, and Alankar Pandian under Stone Bench Films, Five Star Creations, and Invenio Origin respectively, the film pays spiritual homage to its 2014 predecessor, ‘Jigarthanda.’
The creative team, including composer Santhosh Narayanan, cinematographer Tirru, and editor Shafique Mohamed Ali. The stellar cast, featuring Raghava Lawrence and SJ Suryah, has received praise for their compelling performances. Nimisha Sajayan, Naveen Chandra, Sathyan, Aravind Akash, Ilavarasu, and Bava Chelladurai contribute to the film’s rich ensemble. Released on Netflix on December 8, following its theatrical release on November 10, ‘Jigarthanda DoubleX’ continues to turning fans’ heads.
