Nadigaiyar Thilagam is the Tamil dubbed version of Mahanati, a biopic on the late legendary South actress Savitri. Keerthy Suresh plays the titular role in this Nag Ashwin-directed film, which also stars Dulquer Salmaan as Gemini Ganesan and Samantha as a journalist named Madhuravani.
The plot: Nadigaiyar Thilagam depicts the rise and fall of Savitri, starting with her humble beginnings in a village. With her extraordinary abilities, she goes on to rule the Telugu and Tamil film industries. She falls in love and marries Gemini Ganesan, who has two daughters from his first marriage. Her fall from the top is dramatic and controversial, as she gets mired in personal and professional issues.
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Final Word: Nadigaiyar Thilagam falls in the 'Must Watch' category. It is a nostalgic, emotional experience for those who have followed Savitri's life and career closely. Keerthy Suresh delivers the performance of a lifetime. Given its Telugu flavour, the film is bound to connect more strongly with audiences in the two Telugu states. No wonder Mahanati is faring so well there!