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Dhanush in Talks to Direct Rajinikanth's Thalaivar 173

11/18/2025

Summary

Story summary

Dhanush, the Indian actor, is in advanced discussions to direct Rajinikanth's upcoming film Thalaivar 173, produced by Kamal Haasan's Raaj Kamal Films International.
This follows the exit of director Sundar C, who cited unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances.
If confirmed, it would be Dhanush's first collaboration with Rajinikanth.
Kamal Haasan emphasized aligning the script with Rajinikanth's expectations by signaling a fresh creative direction.
Production is set to begin in 2026 after Rajinikanth completes his current projects, with fans awaiting official confirmation of Dhanush's involvement.

History

Historical Context

The 1990 release of "Muthu," starring Rajinikanth and directed by K. S. Ravikumar, marked a pivotal moment in Indian cinema, grossing over INR100 crore and reinforcing the trend of star-driven films. This success reflects the broader evolution of Bollywood since the 1980s, characterized by economic liberalization and the rise of new actors, shaping the industry's future and mentoring dynamics, as seen in Dhanush's potential collaboration with Rajinikanth.

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Story summary

Dhanush, the Indian actor, is in advanced discussions to direct Rajinikanth's upcoming film Thalaivar 173, produced by Kamal Haasan's Raaj Kamal Films International.
This follows the exit of director Sundar C, who cited unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances.
If confirmed, it would be Dhanush's first collaboration with Rajinikanth.
Kamal Haasan emphasized aligning the script with Rajinikanth's expectations by signaling a fresh creative direction.
Production is set to begin in 2026 after Rajinikanth completes his current projects, with fans awaiting official confirmation of Dhanush's involvement.

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