'Thangalaan' trailer elicits reactions from netizens; Vikram and Malavika Mohanan spark excitement

The trailer of the much-anticipated film "Thangalaan," starring Chiyaan Vikram and Malavika Mohanan, has taken the internet by storm. Directed by Pa Ranjith, the movie has been in the headlines since its announcement. Following the release of its first look and teaser, the action drama’s trailer has now dropped, earning widespread acclaim and excitement from netizens.

"Thangalaan," set during the British Raj, promises a gripping tale of sacrifice, sweat, and bloodshed. The film features Vikram as a fierce tribal leader, with the trailer providing a glimpse into the intense and dramatic storyline.

Running for 2 minutes and 9 seconds, the trailer offers a lot to unpack. Sharing the trailer on X (formerly Twitter), Vikram wrote, “Witness the Son of Gold, mine through history with sacrifice, sweat and bloodshed.”

The trailer opens with Parvathy Thiruvothu’s character questioning Vikram, hinting at his troubled mental state. The arrival of a Britisher named Lord Clement, seeking gold with the villagers' help, sets the stage for the conflict.

One villager predicts that the quest for gold will lead to death. Malavika Mohanan plays Aarathi, a sorceress defending the land from exploitation. The trailer ends with a powerful visual of Vikram covered in gold dust, joined by his people, suggesting a climactic showdown.

Netizens have showered the trailer with praise, expressing their excitement on social media. One user wrote, "#Thangalaan - Trailer just brilliant😎 ???🔥 Cinema 🔥🔥" Another fan tweeted, "This should be Vikram's best 💙 @beemji at his best #Thangalaan trailer is fire 💙" A third comment read, "The BEST 'tamil cinema' 🥵🙌🏻🔥! #Thangalaan #ThangalaanTrailer"

Another admirer of the movie praised Malavika Mohanan's performance: "Aarthi 💥 Malavika Mohanan's another peak performance loading 🤩 Raw intense, Core Action💥 @MalavikaM_ #thangalaan #MalavikaMohanan"

Lastly, a fan expressed their hopes for the film’s success, stating, "#Thangalaan Trailer looks great🔥🔥 Wishing @chiyaan to get a blockbuster success and lots of recognition for this movie🫂?? #ThangalaanTrailer"

"Thangalaan" promises a visual spectacle with outstanding performances, set to captivate audiences across multiple languages. The film is scheduled for a worldwide release on August 15, 2024, in Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. The music for the film is composed by GV Prakash Kumar, adding to the anticipation surrounding this grand release.