The Duo (1997) (original) (raw)
Set in the 1950s, the film begins with Anandan, a struggling actor, seeking opportunities which will give him a big break in the film industry. Under his uncle's help, Anandan is given an opportunity to audition for the lead role in a forthcoming film. He arrives in the studio and practices his combat skills with sword props provided on the sets while waiting for the director and the crew. At this juncture, he meets Tamizhselvan, a small time writer who enters the studio with some sarcastic poetry and this prompts both into a little debate. The debate turns into a mutual respect into each ...(more)
Set in the 1950s, the film begins with Anandan, a struggling actor, seeking opportunities which will give him a big break in the film industry. Under his uncle's help, Anandan is given an opportunity to audition for the lead role in a forthcoming film. He arrives in the studio and practices his combat skills with sword props provided on the sets while waiting for the director and the crew. At this juncture, he meets Tamizhselvan, a small time writer who enters the studio with some sarcastic poetry and this prompts both into a little debate. The debate turns into a mutual respect into each other, and impressed by Tamizhselvan's skills, Anandan requests Tamizhselvan to write dialogues for him to recite during the audition. (less)
Director: Mani Ratnam
Writers: Mani Ratnam, Suhasini Maniratnam
Starring: Mohanlal, Prakash Raj, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Tabu
Producer: Mani Ratnam
| | My rating | Not enough ratings yet | | ----------- | ---------------------- |