This story is from April 9, 2024

Priya Mani Raj opens up on the clash between 'Maidaan' and Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'

Priya Mani Raj and Prithviraj Sukumaran, who have collaborated on several successful films, are poised for a box office clash with their respective Hindi releases, 'Maidaan' and 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan', slated for Eid on April 11. Priya Mani expressed her well wishes for Prithviraj, although they haven't directly discussed the clash. She looks forward to seeing him portray the antagonist in 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan', confident in his abilities. Reflecting on their past collaborations, Priya praised Prithviraj's contributions to Malayalam cinema as both an actor and director. She eagerly anticipates watching his latest directorial venture, 'The Goat Life'. Meanwhile, 'Maidaan', a sports biopic starring Ajay Devgn as Syed Abdul Rahim, has garnered positive reviews. The film portrays Rahim's pivotal role in leading the Indian football team to significant achievements during its golden era. 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan', helmed by Ali Abbas Zafar, features an ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff.
Priya Mani Raj opens up on the clash between 'Maidaan' and Prithviraj Sukumaran's 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'
Priya Mani Raj and Prithviraj Sukumaran, who have shared the screen in multiple films such as 'Raavanan', 'Sathyam', 'Ninaithale Inikkum', 'Thirakkatha', 'Pathinettam Padi' and 'Kadhal Mudichu' are now set to have a face-off at the box office. Their respective Hindi films, 'Maidaan' and 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan', are slated for release on Eid, April 11
Prima Mani reacted to this clash in an interview and said that Prithviraj and her haven't had a conversation on this clash.
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They haven’t been in touch for quite a long time. But she wishes him well. She also added that she cannot wait to watch him as the antagonist in 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan'. She knows for a fact that he has nailed the part.
Priya talked about Prithviraj and said that they have done six films together. And almost all of them have been super hits. He’s doing extremely well for himself and she is so proud of him. She said that he has taken the Malayalam industry to another level both with his acting and direction skills. She has been hearing a lot of lovely reports about The Goat Life. She is hoping to watch it one day, hopefully soon.
The sports biopic 'Maidaan' has garnered positive reviews from film critics ahead of its highly anticipated release. The movie stars Ajay Devgn portraying the role of Syed Abdul Rahim, the esteemed coach and manager of the Indian football team. Rahim led the team during the golden era of Indian football from 1952 to 1962, a period marked by significant achievements including two Asian Games gold medals and a semifinal appearance at the 1956 Olympics.
On the other hand, 'Bade Miyan Chote Miyan' is directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. The film stars Akshay Kumar, Tiger Shroff, Sonakshi Sinha, Manushi Chhillar and Alaya F in lead roles.

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