Director Mohan G has candidly addressed the release strategy and audience reception of his latest film, 'Draupathi 2', just one day after its theatrical screening. The movie, which features music by composer Ghibran and stars actors Raksana Indhusudhan, Natty Nataraaj, and Vela Ramamoorthy in lead roles, delves into the dark, suppressed secrets of 14th-century history. However, its launch coincided with a significant cinematic event: the re-release of the blockbuster film 'Mankatha', starring Ajith Kumar, creating a challenging competitive landscape at the box office.
'Mankatha' Re-release Overshadows Theatrical Run of 'Draupathi 2'
Taking to his X (formerly Twitter) handle, Mohan G revealed that while 'Draupathi 2' received overwhelmingly positive responses from viewers, the film struggled to gain visibility due to the massive crowds generated by 'Mankatha'. He expressed regret over the decision to postpone the release by one week after the Pongal festival, citing available theater seats as a factor. According to the director, this timeline alteration disrupted the film's natural rhythm and momentum, making it difficult to build anticipation for the new release date of January 23rd.
Missed Opportunity to Reach the Intended Audience
Mohan G elaborated that the overwhelming presence of 'Mankatha' audiences made it nearly impossible to accurately gauge the word-of-mouth and genuine response to 'Draupathi 2'. He believes this situation resulted in many potential viewers, who would have appreciated the film's objective of exposing historical truths, missing out on discovering the movie altogether. The director expressed disappointment that the film's purpose and content did not have the opportunity to spark meaningful discussions among audiences before becoming a topic of debate.
Mohan G Leaves the Final Verdict to the Audience
Addressing the criticism and online backlash surrounding the film, Mohan G stated that certain individuals are misusing the situation to spread misinformation and negative commentary about him and 'Draupathi 2', often without having watched the movie. Emphasizing his decade-long journey in the film industry without any backing or influence, he asserted that he has always relied solely on audience support. "The judgement of the people is the judgement of God," he wrote, reiterating that the audience alone should decide the fate of his film. Alongside this statement, Mohan G released a video elaborating on these points, stressing his intention to ensure that the producer's marketing investment translates into proper visibility and fair reach for the film.
