Silambarasan TR and director Ashwath Marimuthu are all set to collaborate on the upcoming film STR51. Now, it appears that Mrunal Thakur may lead the project as a co-head.
Will Mrunal Thakur co-lead in Silambarasan TR’s STR51?
According to a report in Let’s Cinema, actress Mrunal Thakur is the frontrunner to star opposite Silambarasan TR in STR51. Although official confirmation is still awaited, if the reports prove to be true, the film will mark the actress’ debut in Tamil cinema.
Although more details about the film have not been revealed yet, it is being said that STR51 is a fantasy romantic action film. The film will reportedly feature Simbu in the role of a “god of love”, with the filmmaker promising a film reminiscent of the actor’s past ventures.
In an earlier interview, director Ashwath Marimuthu had revealed that STR51 is currently in the scripting stage. As the film is expected to release in 2027, the shooting is likely to begin simultaneously with the final schedule of Arasan.
Silambarasan TR’s workfront
Silambarasan TR was last seen in the lead role in Thug Life opposite Kamal Haasan. Directed by Mani Ratnam, the gangster action film revolves around the rivalry between an aging don and his foster son after a misunderstanding leads to animosity between them.
Apart from Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR, the film also stars Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lakshmi, Abhirami, Ashok Selvan, Joju George, Nassar, Mahesh Manjrekar and many others in important roles. The film received an overwhelming response from both critics and audiences and is currently available for streaming on Netflix.
Looking ahead, STR is currently filming Arasan directed by Vetrimaaran. The gangster actioner Vada is based on the Chennai cinematic universe and serves as a spin-off of the Dhanush-starrer. Along with Vijay Sethupathi in the co-lead role, the film also stars Tourist Family fame Yogalakshmi in the lead role.
upcoming movies of mrinal thakur
Mrunal Thakur will be next seen in Do Deewane Sehar Mein. The romantic drama directed by Ravi Udayawar stars Siddhant Chaturvedi in the co-lead role, starring Ila Arun, Joy Sengupta, Ayesha Raza, Inesh Kotian, Sandeepa Dhar, Deepraj Rana and many others in pivotal roles.
The makers recently unveiled a single from the film titled “Aasma Aasma” composed by Hridayam fame Hesham Abdul Wahab.
Looking ahead, the actress will also be seen opposite Adivasi Shesh in Dacoit, which is scheduled to release on March 19, 2026.
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