first episode of Kalki Group’s video project “Paraak! Paraak! Kalki’s Ponniyin Selvan – The Ultimate historic Journey Mega Production
Release function of first episode of Kalki Group’s mega production “Paraak! Paraak! Kalki’s Ponniyin Selvan – The Ultimate historic Journey was held on Friday, September 23, 2022 at 5.30 PM, at Le Magic Lantern – Preview Theatre, No. at 30/18, 5th Cross Street, Lake Area, Nungambakkam, Chennai-600034
Hon’ble Minister of Industries, Tamil Official Language and Tamil Culture and Archaeology of Tamilnadu, Mr. Thangam Tennarasu presided over this function and released the first video.
Details of the above said event are as follows :
We are all aware of the magnitude of impact that Ponniyin Selvan has been creating over the years particularly so in the recent past. With a mega movie on its way, much furore is being created in SM platforms by hundreds of Ponniyin Selvan fans casting views and sharing news each in their own way.
Amidst all this, Kalki Group has ventured into a travel documentary production with much commitment. Keeping in mind that Ponniyin Selvan was born at ‘Kalki’, this production is all set to deliver most authentic information. A gorgeous read and booklover’s dream, Ponniyin Selvan, will now transform into an entertaining and absorbing visual spin off.
The shoot for this production extended over 30 days and a four hour visual treat is being put together to be aired through Kalkionline Youtube Channel as a series of 16 episodes beginning 24th September, 2022. These episodes will serve as a travel guide too, and take the thousands of worldwide Kalki fans to the places of historical importance, as mentioned in the novel.
Starting from Veeranam lake, where the epic novel begins, This video series covers 55 locations across 10 districts and 8 major towns, unravelling the mysterious of Kadambur Maaligai, analysing the characters introduced by Kalki, finding answers based on the clues given by the author and visiting all those spots that were until now considered unaccessable. The travel culminates at Kadalmallai – Mamallapuram.
About the Video Production :
Kalki Group has produced this travel documentary series. Mrs. Lakshmi Natarajan – grand daughter of Writer Kalki Krishnamurthy, Proprietor and CEO of Kalki Group is the Executive Producer of this mega production.
Scripted with exuberance and an in-depth analysis of the Chola period, former journalist and historical novelist, T.A. Narasimhan, aka ‘Kaalachakram Narasimha’, will himself carryout the narration for and anchor the entire production paying rich tribute to the author of Ponniyin Selvan, Amarar Kalki.
Busiupadvt has played a responsible role. Rajkamal and his team of youngsters have captured in their camera, the best ever to deliver an enchanting production.
Padmavasan’s illustrations from the archives of Kalki weekly have been included and these will add life to the entire production.
Background music has been composed by Mohan Ram.
Shriraam Bhagvat has put together neat and simple subtitles.
Release function of first video :
The first episode launch of this video series was held on 24th September at Le Magic Lantern – Preview Theatre, Nungambakkam, Chennai. Sri.Thangam Tennarasu, Hon’ble Minister of Industries, Tamil Official Language and Tamil Culture and Archaeology of Tamilnadu, presided over this function and released the first video.
After the screening of the first video, the Minister honored the production crew with mementos. Winners of the Ponniyin Selvan live quiz competition conducted for college students were awarded gift coupons and certificates.
Kalki Group’s CEO Mrs. Lakshmi Natarajan welcomed the gathering. Informed that this video series will be released every evening at 8.00 pm for 16 consecutive days through Kalkionline YouTube channel. Kalki Group’s intention was to export travellers back in time to the Chola period and give them the experience of visiting various locations through the eyes of Kalki, the author. Splendour, grandeour and entertainment is not the aim of this show. History, Literature and Travel come together throughout this production.
She also thanked the sponsors Ramraj Cotton, Shakti Masala, City Union Bank, CUMI and Murugappa Morgan Thermal Ceramics Ltd. (both members of Murugappa Group) for joining hands in the project and for their generous contribution.
Ponniyin Selvan Tour arrangement :
The intention of this great effort by Kalki Group is not only to watch and enjoy the video production but also encourage and facilitate Ponniyin Selvan fans across the globe to undertake a trip to these places of historical importance and see the Magnum Opus unfurl in front of their eyes.
Parry Travels has come forward to make arrangements to travel and experience these historic places. They are organizing these tours in a professional manner with all facilities like 3 star accommodation, delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner and comfortable journey in A/C Tempo Traveler. Group tours and customized tours are also available.
The first trip has been planned to take off on 30th September, 2022. To add value to this first trip, Sri.‘Kaalachakram’ Narasimha will accompany on this tour and highlight the historical features of Ponniyin Selvan.
