After Lingaa (2014) underperformed, Ravikumar struggled to adapt to the new wave of Tamil cinema dominated by realism (Vetrimaaran), dark action (Lokesh Kanagaraj), and experimental storytelling. His later films like Jilla (with Vijay) worked mainly due to star power, not direction.
Ravikumar’s greatest skill was his ability to package a superstar. He didn’t just direct actors; he showcased them. director k s ravikumar
This Rajinikanth-starrer became a landmark film, not only in India but also in Japan, where it gained a cult following. Blockbusters and Collaborations After Lingaa (2014) underperformed