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Aditi Rao Hydari expressed deep admiration for director Mani Ratnam on his birthday, calling him "bestest" and praising his enduring genius. Kamal Haasan also shared a heartfelt note celebrating their decades-long collaboration, from the film 'Nayakan' to the forthcoming 'Thug Life.' Mani Ratnam's vision and storytelling prowess were highlighted by both stars, underlining his impactful presence in their careers. As 'Thug Life's release date approaches, excitement grows for the film's narrative and Ratnam's celebrated directorial touch.

Key Points: Aditi Rao Hydari and Kamal Haasan Celebrate Mani Ratnam's Birthday

  • Aditi's sweet wish celebrates Ratnam's genius
  • Kamal's message honors their collaboration from Nayakan to Thug Life
  • Mani Ratnam's Thug Life releases June 5 with a star-studded cast
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Check out Aditi Rao Hydari's sweetest birthday wish for 'bestest' Mani Ratnam

Aditi Rao Hydari and Kamal Haasan share heartfelt tributes to Mani Ratnam, lauding his cinematic genius on his birthday.

"Forever your friend, Kamal Haasan. - Kamal Haasan"

Mumbai, June 2

Actor Aditi Rao Hydari has penned an adorable birthday wish for director Mani Ratnam on his birthday.

On Monday, Aditi posted a picture with the birthday boy on Instagram and wrote, "Happy birthday bestest...To eternally celebrating you and your forever genius...from a mani sir ponnu = Kanmani #manisir. P.S.- waiting for the thugs to take over on the 5th of June 2025! #ThuglifePps- photographed by the biggest thug @siva_ananth."

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Veteran actor and filmmaker Kamal Haasan wrote an emotional message celebrating their decades-long cinematic partnership.

The note, shared publicly, struck a deeply personal tone, reflecting on their journey from the iconic 'Nayakan' to their much-anticipated upcoming film 'Thug Life'.

"Happy Birthday, Mani Ratnam," Haasan wrote, adding, "From Nayakan to Thug Life, we've journeyed through time together -- as colleagues, family, co-dreamers, and above all, as lifelong students of cinema," he wrote on X.

He went on to praise Ratnam not only for his creative brilliance but for being a guiding presence throughout the years.

"Through every chapter, your presence has been a source of strength -- a mind I turn to in moments of doubt, and a soul deeply attuned to the language of film like few others. May your stories keep unfolding, for with every frame, your vision brings depth, beauty, and meaning to cinema," he wrote, signing off with, "Forever your friend, Kamal Haasan."

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Actor Manisha Koirala also extended heartfelt birthday wishes to Mani Ratnam.

"Happy birthday to the legendary Guru Mani Ratnam On your special day, we celebrate not just a master filmmaker, but a weaver of emotions, a painter of souls. Your stories seep into our hearts, your characters breathe life into ours. With every frame, you whisper truths that echo through eternity. May your birthday be as vibrant as your visions, and may your art continue to touch hearts, ignite minds, and inspire generations to come!," she wrote.

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Manisha and Mani Ratnam have collaborated in two films, 'Bombay' and 'Dil Se'.

Meanwhile, Mani Ratnam has directed 'Thug Life', which is slated to be released on June 5.

Kamal Haasan leads the film as Rangaraaya Sakthivel Naicker, alongside Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Ashok Selvan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, Ali Fazal, Sanya Malhotra, and Rohit Saraf, among others.

Recently, 'O Maara' song from 'Thug Life' has been unveiled.

Composed by music maestro A R Rahman and rendered with fierce intensity by singer Nitesh Aher, 'O Maara' is picturised on Silambarasan TR, whose raw charisma ignites every frame.

- ANI

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Priya K.
Aditi's wish is so cute! Mani Ratnam sir is truly a legend of Indian cinema. Can't wait for Thug Life - the combination of Kamal sir and Mani sir is always magical. Hope it lives up to the hype! 🤩
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Rahul S.
Kamal Haasan's message gave me goosebumps! Their partnership from Nayakan to now is what cinema dreams are made of. Mani Ratnam's films have shaped Tamil cinema and Indian cinema as a whole. Wishing him many more years of storytelling.
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Ananya M.
While I admire Mani Ratnam's work, I do feel his recent films haven't matched the brilliance of classics like Roja or Bombay. Hope Thug Life brings back that magic! The cast looks promising though.
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Vikram P.
Manisha Koirala's words show what impact Mani sir has had on actors' careers. Dil Se remains one of my all-time favorites! That Shah Rukh-Manisha chemistry was 🔥. Excited to see what he does with this new generation of actors.
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Shalini R.
The O Maara song is already on repeat! AR Rahman + Mani Ratnam = Pure gold. Their combination never fails. Wishing the legend a very happy birthday and hoping for many more collaborations to come!
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Karthik N.
It's heartwarming to see such genuine admiration between artists. In an industry full of politics, these friendships stand out. Mani sir's ability to extract career-best performances is unmatched. June 2025 can't come soon enough!

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