The buzz is real: Mani Ratnam’s ‘Yuva’ has re-entered theaters, drawing crowds to experience its timeless take on politics and youth. Launched in 2004 as a Hindi remake of Tamil hit ‘Ayutha Ezhuthu’, this action-packed drama was filmed in two languages with tailored star power, except for Esha Deol’s dual appearance.
At its core, Kolkata pulses as three diverse young lives—embodied by Ajay Devgn’s fiery idealist Michael Mukherjee, alongside Rani Mukerji, Kareena Kapoor, Vivek Oberoi, and Abhishek Bachchan’s brooding villain—intersect in a bid to reshape student politics. Anurag Kashyap’s dialogues added grit, helping it surpass 23 crore earnings from 11 crore investment.
Abhishek’s role, once eyed by Hrithik Roshan, propelled his stardom despite mixed initial reviews from Kashyap himself. Sweeping Filmfare Critic’s Best Film award, ‘Yuva’ defined an era. Ajay Devgn’s social media cheer underscores the excitement.
Mani Ratnam’s masterful direction makes this re-release a must-watch. In today’s polarized world, its message of reform through unity hits harder, blending high-stakes drama with profound social commentary.