Dhanush is all set to star in the lead role in Kara directed by Vignesh Raja. Ahead of the film’s release on April 30, 2026, the actor was spotted in Coimbatore for a premiere show, where he shared information about his future directorial plans.
Dhanush about his next direction after Idli Kadhai
Speaking to the media in Coimbatore, bow Said, “Three directors are waiting patiently for me with scripts. I have to complete the shooting of Rajkumar Periyasamy’s D55. Then I have to act in Mari Selvaraj’s film. In between, there is a film with Lubbar Pandu director Pachaimuthu Thamizharsan. Then I have to complete Vada Chennai 2. Now you know where Vada Chennai 2 fits in the timeline. So, I will need a few years to complete all these. His Only later can I think about direction.”
For those unaware, Dhanush last directed Idli Kadhai. This drama film tells the story of a man who leaves his beloved idli shop and returns to his village after his father passes away. Despite living life in the city, he decides to take over his father’s legacy, which causes him to face various challenges.
Starring Dhanush in the lead role, the film also stars Nithya Menen, Arun Vijay, Sathyaraj, Shalini Pandey and others in lead roles. The film is available for streaming on Netflix.
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Dhanush will be seen in the lead role in the next film karaAn upcoming action thriller set in Ramanathapuram in 1991. The film is based on a reformed thief Karasami against the backdrop of the Gulf War between the United States and Iraq. Due to stressful circumstances, he is forced to return to crime to get back his mortgaged ancestral land and fulfill his father’s last wish.
Along with Dhanush and Mamita Baiju, the film stars KS Ravikumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Karunas and Jayaram in lead roles. GV Prakash Kumar composed the music and background score, while Theni Easwar handled the cinematography, and Srijit Sarang served as editor.
Looking ahead, the actor will also be seen in D55 directed by Rajkumar Periyasamy. will feature in the film Mammootty In a pivotal role, Sreeleela and Sai Pallavi as co-leads.
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