The Mani Ratnam and AR Rahman combination is back. After the theatrical disappointment of Thug Life starring Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam has moved on to his next project with Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi.
AR Rahman Completes Two Songs
AR Rahman has already begun composition work for the film. Two songs have been completed, and with the legendary Mani Ratnam – Rahman combination reuniting, expectations on the album are naturally very high. The duo has delivered iconic soundtracks over the years, and fans are hoping this project will be another musical milestone.
Strong Pre-Release Business
The film is already generating solid trade interest even before the shoot begins. The audio rights have been sold for ₹15 Cr, which is a strong deal at this early stage. This shows the market confidence in the Mani Ratnam Rahman combination.
On the overseas side, a top international distributor has already acquired the theatrical rights, reflecting strong confidence in the project’s commercial potential.
Vijay Sethupathi Replaces Dhanush
Vijay Sethupathi stepped into the project after Dhanush exited due to a pay dispute. The actor brings a strong track record in both Tamil and Telugu cinema, and his pairing with Sai Pallavi under Mani Ratnam‘s direction has created significant buzz in trade circles.
Production Timeline
The film is scheduled to go on floors from April. With this combination of talent — Mani Ratnam, Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi, and AR Rahman — the project is already turning into one of the most awaited films in South cinema.