Hooligan Lifedirected by Mani Ratnam and starring Ulaganayagan Kamal Haasan, was among the most expected movies prior to its release. With the famous duo reuniting after years, fans anticipated a movie on par with their renowned Nayagan Criminal Life stopped working to resonate with audiences, causing prevalent frustration.
Resolving the movie’s underwhelming action, Mani Ratnam spoke openly about the factors behind its failure. “To those who anticipated another Nayagan from us, all I can state is– we’re sorry,” he stated. “We never ever meant to recreate that design or tone. We intended to provide something entirely various.”
He went on to discuss that the movie’s special method encountered fan expectations. “Audiences were searching for something else totally. What we provided didn’t line up with what they had actually pictured. That’s where the detach occurred, which’s why Goon Life didn’t be successful,” Mani Ratnam included.
While the cooperation in between Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam stirred fond memories and high hopes, it’s clear that the movie’s departure from familiar area eventually caused its failure.