Director TJ Gnanavel is back to deliver another cinematic magnum opus with Junglee Pictures’ Dosa King. Known for making renowned films like Badhaai Do and Raazi, Junglee Pictures has teamed up with Gnanavel to bring this epic story to the big screen. Written by TJ Gnanavel and Hemanth Rao, the Pan-Indian film is inspired by the epic clash of Jeevajothi and P. Rajagopal, setting the stage for a battle of ambition, power, and justice. Following the much-anticipated release of Vettaiyan on October 10, starring megastars Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan and Fahadh Faasil, the film is sure to captivate audiences worldwide.
Sharing his excitement about the same, TJ said, “I’ve been following Jeevajothi’s story since my days as a journalist. While the press sensationalized many details, much of the story remains untold. ‘Dosa King’ is a hard-hitting story that exposes how the system functions, with a focus on the crime and thriller aspects of the narrative. I want to explore the extreme situations of life and tell a deeper story with an untold perspective on the case. This film is my chance to share a story I witnessed firsthand 20 years ago, and I’m thrilled to partner with Junglee Pictures, a studio known for backing important stories that need to be told.”
Inspired by the shocking crime of the restaurant mogul, famously known as the Dosa King, this high-on-drama film is set to be mounted on a grand scale and promises to deliver a powerful cinematic experience. The fictional drama features events inspired by the rise and fall of the legendary and globally famous empire, Saravana Bhavan, built by, P. Rajagopal and the fearless Jeevajothi who took on the powerful tycoon.