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Lingusamy Discusses Challenges of Making Sequels Like ‘Sandakozhi 2’
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What Happened?
Tamil director Lingusamy reflects on the difficulties of making sequels, particularly with ‘Sandakozhi 2’, emphasizing the importance of timing in their success.
Key points
- Lingusamy directed ‘Sandakozhi 2’, which did not achieve the success of its predecessor.
- He believes that sequels should be made soon after the original to maintain audience connection.
- Lingusamy cited successful sequels like ‘Dhurandhar’, ‘Baahubali’, ‘KGF’, and ‘Jailer’ as examples.
- He mentioned a leading actor suggested making a sequel to his film ‘Run’.
- Lingusamy expressed caution about revisiting past successes due to the risks involved.
Key insights
- The timing of a sequel can significantly influence its reception by audiences.
- Lingusamy's experience highlights the risks of delaying sequels, which may lead to a disconnect with viewers.
- Successful franchises demonstrate that immediate follow-ups can capitalize on existing popularity.
Why it matters
Understanding the timing of sequels can help filmmakers make better decisions in the competitive film industry.
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Source
Times of India
