Thalaivar 173: Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan Reunite For Sundar C’s Next; Eying Pongal 2027 Release

Superstar Rajinikanth is all set for his next. Currently simply known as Thalaivar 173, the magnum opus will be produced by Kamal Haasan’s RaajKamal Films International and directed by Sundar C. The makers took to social media on Wednesday to announce the film alongside a picture of the two superstars who earlier worked together on several films together such as Apoorva Raagangal, Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu, Moondru Mudichu and Aval Appadithaan.

Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan Reunite For Sundar C’s Thalaivar 173

Taking to their social media handles, Raaj Kamal Films International announced the news with a statement reading, “Superstar Rajinikanth is set to headline in the magnum opus #Thalaivar173, under Kamal Haasan’s RaajKamal Films International banner directed by Sundar C.”

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It further read, “This landmark collaboration not only unites two towering forces of Indian cinema but also celebrates five decades of friendship and brotherhood between Superstar Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan — a bond that continues to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike.” The statement further stated, “Commemorating 44 years of Raajkamal Films International, #Thalaivar173 unites Superstar Rajinikanth’s magnetic screen presence with Sundar C’s direction, in a landmark production envisioned by Kamal Haasan and R. Mahendran.”

Talking about its release date, the makers noted, “Thalaivar173 is slated for a grand theatrical release through Red Giant Movies during Pongal 2027.”

On the work front, Rajinikanth is currently filming the sequel to his 2023 blockbuster, Jailer. Titled Jailer 2, the actioner is directed by Nelson and will the veteran star his role as Tiger Muthuvel Pandian. Shiva Rajkumar and Mohanlal are expected to make cameo appearances in it.

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