(released as Thalaivii ) is a 2021 Indian biographical drama that features the life of J. Jayalalithaa , the legendary actress who became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. Directed by A. L. Vijay, the film documents her transformative journey from a young cinema star to a formidable political force. Key Cast and Crew
: The production employed Hollywood prosthetic artist Jason Collins ( Captain Marvel , Blade Runner ) to create four distinct looks for the lead actress, reflecting different ages and phases of Jayalalithaa's life. Thalaivi
: The film was shot simultaneously and released in Tamil, Hindi, and Telugu to reach a pan-Indian audience. Release Details (released as Thalaivii ) is a 2021 Indian
: Directed by A. L. Vijay , with a screenplay by V. Vijayendra Prasad (known for Baahubali ). Music : Composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar . Production Features : The film was shot simultaneously and released
: To accurately portray Jayalalithaa at different stages of her life, Kangana Ranaut reportedly gained and later lost roughly 20 kg .
