Keywords: RS Durai Senthilkumar, Garudan, multi-hero film, Balu Mahendra, Vetri Maaran, action film, Tamil cinema
For director RS Durai Senthilkumar, a hero is an ordinary man endowed with the grit, resilience, and capabilities to tackle the most extraordinary of circumstances, whether for a larger cause or his own benefit. His upcoming action film, Garudan, explores this concept by presenting a God’s eye view of three such heroes. The film is structured like a relay race, with each hero taking up the baton and spearheading the story one after the other.
A multi-hero narrative is a natural fit for Durai Senthilkumar, whose previous works have consistently given ample space to secondary leads and supporting characters. This storytelling approach can be attributed to his experience working with renowned filmmakers Balu Mahendra and Vetri Maaran. “These are things I must have picked from the interactions with them. But even aside from that, a story told for over two hours cannot be one-sided; that will only result in a templated product,” Durai explains. He believes that strong supporting characters add depth to the drama and strengthen the conflict within the story.
Garudan promises to be a compelling action film, with a narrative that emphasizes the importance of collaboration and the unique contributions of each character. As anticipation builds for the film’s release, audiences can look forward to a dynamic and multi-faceted cinematic experience that highlights Durai Senthilkumar’s distinctive storytelling style.
