British actor Tom Hiddleston recently shared his thoughts on potential dream collaborations during an interview. The star, currently seen in the spy thriller series 'The Night Manager' Season 2, did not hesitate to praise Indian filmmaker SS Rajamouli when his name came up.
Hiddleston's Quick Praise for Rajamouli
Tom Hiddleston was speaking with Hollywood Reporter India when the question about future collaborations arose. At first, the actor paused and admitted he needed to think about it. However, when the interviewer suggested SS Rajamouli's name, Hiddleston responded immediately with a simple but enthusiastic "excellent."
The 'Avengers' star's quick reaction shows his genuine appreciation for the Indian director's work. Hiddleston is known for his role as Loki in the Marvel Cinematic Universe and currently plays a serious, intense character in 'The Night Manager,' which continues to engage viewers with its strong response.
SS Rajamouli's Global Impact
SS Rajamouli stands as one of India's most celebrated filmmakers today. His 2022 Telugu-language epic 'RRR' created waves across the world, bringing Indian cinema to global audiences like never before. The film featured stellar performances from NTR Jr, Ram Charan, Alia Bhatt, and Ajay Devgn.
Audiences everywhere loved the film's grand scale, emotional depth, and spectacular action sequences. 'RRR' achieved remarkable international recognition when its energetic song 'Naatu Naatu' won the Oscar for Best Original Song at the 95th Academy Awards in 2023. This historic win cemented Rajamouli's position as a filmmaker with global appeal.
Rajamouli's Upcoming Project: Varanasi
The acclaimed director is now working on his next ambitious project titled 'Varanasi.' This adventure thriller represents another magnum opus with a reported budget of approximately Rs 1300 crore.
The film stars Tollywood superstar Mahesh Babu in the lead role of Rudra. Global icon Priyanka Chopra joins as the female lead Mandakini, while Prithviraj Sukumaran plays the main antagonist Kumbha. Production is currently in the shooting stage, with expectations of including some international actors as well.
'Varanasi' is scheduled for release during the summer of 2027, promising another cinematic spectacle from the visionary director.
Tom Hiddleston's admiration for SS Rajamouli highlights the growing connections between Hollywood and Indian cinema. As both creators continue their successful projects, fans can only hope this mutual appreciation might lead to an actual collaboration in the future.
