Superstars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan are all set to join hands as actors and producers for their upcoming cinematic venture, tentatively titled Thalaivar 173.
During a recent media interaction, Haasan was asked if veteran composer Ilaiyaraaja would be composing tracks for the new project, making it a complete reunion.
Is Ilaiyaraaja likely to be the composer for Rajinikanth’s Thalaivar173? Kamal Haasan revealed
Speaking to the media about whether Ilaiyaraaja would be a part of the venture or not, Kamal Haasan said, “It’s his (Rajinikanth’s) film. I can’t take any decision alone. He and I should take decisions together.”
For those unaware, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan have recently announced a film together. Although details about the film have not been revealed yet, it was initially announced that director Sundar C will direct the project.
However, the filmmaker recently announced that he will no longer be associated with the project due to “unforeseen circumstances”. Haasan later confirmed his departure and said that he would invest in the project only if his co-stars agreed to the script.
As of now, the new director has not been announced, though an update is expected soon.
Kamal Haasan on plans to revive Marudhanayagam
In the same conversation, Kamal Haasan also revealed his plans to revive his long-dead project Marudhanayagam. The film, which was in limbo for years, may finally see the light of day with the help of modern cinematic technology.
The actor said, “I believe that Marudhanayagam is possible in today’s era with the advancement of technology.”
For those unfamiliar, Marudhanayagam is a historical epic drama that Kamal Haasan both starred in and directed in the late 1990s. It began as an ambitious pan-India project, inaugurated by the late Queen Elizabeth.
However, the film faced several production challenges and was eventually shelved after only being partially shot.
Kamal Haasan’s next film
Kamal Haasan will be seen in a film tentatively titled KH237 directed by action choreographer Anbarivu. Written by Kumbalangi Nights fame Shyam Pushkaran, the film is expected to go on floors soon.
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