'Shivarajkumar connects with everyone'
Director PC Shekar , who is helming Vijay Raghavendra 's upcoming film Mahaan, believes he has found the perfect trump card for the project in Shivarajkumar . It has been years since the two actors — who are also related in real life — have shared screen space.
"Stars like Darshan and Sudeep have their own dedicated fan bases. But Shivarajkumar is one star loved by everyone. That's why it was important for me to cast him in a film like this, one that focuses on a subject that is often neglected — farmers ," says the director.
Speaking about the film's theme, Shekar adds, "Mahaan is titled so because that is what a farmer truly is. None of us can exist without farmers, yet they rarely receive the respect they deserve. While the story is not based on any particular incident, it is a commercial entertainer that highlights the significance of farmers and their contribution to society." He adds, "A great deal of research and several rewrites have gone into shaping the screenplay to ensure that the film resonates with audiences across sections."
"Stars like Darshan and Sudeep have their own dedicated fan bases. But Shivarajkumar is one star loved by everyone. That's why it was important for me to cast him in a film like this, one that focuses on a subject that is often neglected — farmers ," says the director.
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