The teaser of the Amazon Original series ‘Modern Love Chennai,’ the third Indian adaptation of the ‘Modern Love Franchise,’ an original anthology helmed internationally by John Carney, has been released.
‘Modern Love Chennai,’ which features renowned artists such as music master Ilaiyaraaja and film director Bharathiraja, is inspired by the famous titular ‘New York Times’ column.
It is a collection of six stories that offer a glimpse into the essence of Chennai, its different residents, and its unique terrains.
‘Modern Love Chennai’ will stream on May 18.
Produced under the banner of Tyler Durden And Kino Fist with Thiagarajan Kumararaja as creator, the episodes are directed by Bharathiraja, Balaji Sakthivel, Rajumurugan, Krishnakumar Ramakumar, Akshay Sundher, and Thiagarajan Kumararaja.
Talking about ‘Paravai Kootil Vaazhum Maangal’, the episode he has directed, legendary director Bharathiraja described its story in one line: “Where on whom and for what do we fall in love?”
Describing his experience of being a part of the creative team helming the series, director Akshay Sundher of ‘Margazhi’ said: “Working with Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja was a dream-come-true, life-changing experience.”
‘Modern Love Chennai’ features Sanjula Sarathi, Srikrishna Dayal, Chu Khoy Sheng, Ashok Selvan, T. J. Bhanu, Sri Gouri Priya, Vasudevan Murali, Vasundhara, Ritu Varma, Samyuktha Vishwanathan, Pawan Alex, Aniiruth Kanakarajan, Kishore, Ramya Nambessan, Vijayalakshmi, Wamiqa, and PB.
Its soul-stirring original soundtrack has been put together by Ilaiyaraaja, his son, and music director Yuvan Shankar Raja, G. V. Prakash Kumar, and Sean Roldan. The songs have been written by Ilaiyaraaja, Yugabharathi, and Bakkiyam Sankar.