Tanu Weds Manu(2011)
Tanu Weds Manu is a 2011 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy film directed by Aanand L. Rai. It stars R. Madhavan as Manoj Sharma, a London-based doctor, and Kangana Ranaut as Tanuja Trivedi, a free-spirited Kanpur girl. The film follows Manu's journey to win Tanu's heart after she rejects his marriage proposal. Set in the bustling streets of Kanpur, the story explores the clash between traditional values and modern independence. The film was praised for its realistic portrayal of middle-class India, strong performances, and catchy music. It was a commercial success and spawned a sequel, Tanu Weds Manu Returns, in 2015. The film released on February 25, 2011, and remains a beloved romantic comedy in Hindi cinema.
Quick Facts
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- Eros Now
- Theatrical Release
- 29 May 2011
- Director
- Anand L. Rai
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Rating
- 7.2/10
Storyline
Manu, a simple NRI doctor from London, comes to India to find a bride. He falls in love with Tanu, a wild and rebellious girl from Kanpur. But Tanu wants nothing to do with him. She is more interested in her dangerous ex-boyfriend Raja. Manu must find a way to win her heart before he loses her forever.
“Marriages are made in heaven!”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Tanu Weds Manu
Cast reunions in this film: R. Madhavan & Jimmy Shergill (3 films together), R. Madhavan & Deepak Dobriyal (3 films together), Kangana Ranaut & Jimmy Shergill (3 films together), Anand L. Rai & Himanshu Sharma (3 films together), R. Madhavan & Anand L. Rai (2 films together), and Jimmy Shergill & Eijaz Khan (2 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title was originally 'Tanu Weds Manu Returns' before the first film was even made, as the director always planned a sequel.
- Kangana Ranaut's character Tanu wears a nose ring, which was the actress's own idea to make the character look more rebellious.
- The movie was shot in real locations in Lucknow and Kanpur, with many scenes filmed during actual crowded wedding seasons.
- Actor Jimmy Sheirgill, who plays Raja, was initially considered for the role of Manu before R. Madhavan was finalized.
- The song 'Piya' from the film uses a folk melody inspired by traditional Uttar Pradesh wedding music.
- Director Aanand L. Rai made the film on a modest budget of about 12 crore rupees, and it became a surprise box office hit.
- A scene where Tanu and Manu argue in a car was largely improvised by the actors during the shoot.