However, Shankar outdid himself with the magnum opus 2.0 (2018), the spiritual sequel to Enthiran . As India’s most expensive film at the time, it utilized 3D technology and VFX to rival Hollywood standards, delivering a stark message about the dangers of cell phone radiation and environmental neglect without uttering a word of dialogue for the antagonist (played by Akshay Kumar).
: Never one to stay down, Shankar is currently working on Velpari , a dream project based on Su Venkatesan’s novel. With potential stars like Dhanush and Vicky Kaushal tied to the project, it is poised to be one of India's most ambitious pan-Indian historical epics. Beyond the Director’s Chair Shankar’s influence extends beyond his own filmography. He has mentored several modern directors, including Atlee, who started as his assistant. His commitment to storytelling—explaining complex concepts so anyone can grasp them—has set a benchmark for filmmakers across South India. What’s Next? With shankar director
Shankar’s genius lies in packaging these heavy themes into a masala film format: a love story, song-and-dance sequences, comedy tracks, and explosive action. He makes social reform accessible and entertaining for the masses. However, Shankar outdid himself with the magnum opus 2