Question 1

What triggered the revival of Manickam's old self in Baasha?

Accepted Answer

When some thugs began to intimidate Manickam's family, it triggered the revival of his old self, despite him previously avoiding violence at all costs.

Question 2

Why was a planned sequel to Baasha scrapped?

Accepted Answer

After discussing a sequel following 'Padayappa', Rajinikanth stated he does not believe sequels work in Indian Cinema, leading to the plan being scrapped.

Question 3

What special musical adaptation involved composer Deva and a classic RD Burman song?

Accepted Answer

Composer Deva adapted the RD Burman song 'Dilbar Dil Se Pyare' from Caravan for Baasha, obtaining rights and meeting Burman for permission to use it.

Question 4

What happened with the Hindi dubbed version of Baasha years after its original release?

Accepted Answer

A Hindi dub 'Manik Baashha' was planned but dropped; 17 years later, Bhadrakali Films released a remastered version with a new opening credits theme by Deva.

Question 5

Where was the Muhurat shot for Baasha filmed, and what is that location known as today?

Accepted Answer

The Muhurat shot took place at AVM Studios, a venue that later came to be known as the Rajni Pillaiyar Temple.

Question 6

What triggered the revival of Manickam's old self in 'Baasha'?

Accepted Answer

When some thugs begin to intimidate Manickam's family, it triggers the revival of his old self, as he is an auto rickshaw driver who avoids violence at all costs.

Question 7

Why was a planned sequel to 'Baasha' scrapped?

Accepted Answer

After 'Padayappa', Rajinikanth and Suresh Krissna discussed a sequel, but Rajinikanth stated he does not believe sequels work in Indian Cinema, so it was scrapped.

Question 8

What special music was added for the remastered Hindi dub of 'Baasha'?

Accepted Answer

The remastered Hindi dub featured a new opening credits where original composer Deva re-created the 'Baashha' theme, 17 years after the original release.

Question 9

Where did the Muhurat shot for 'Baasha' take place?

Accepted Answer

The film's Muhurat shot took place at AVM Studios, at a venue that later came to be known as the Rajni Pillaiyar Temple.

Question 10

Who played the characters Baasha and Manickam in the film?

Accepted Answer

Rajinikanth played the characters Baasha and Manickam in 'Baasha'.

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