Actor Arulnithi’s upcoming film Dejavu which is directed by debutant Arvindh Srinivasan is touted to be a horror thriller film by the likes of it. The film stars Arulnithi in the lead role and also includes actors like Madhoo, Achyuth Kumar, Smruthi Vekat, Mime Gopi and Kali Venkat in prominent roles. The film has its music and score composed by Ghibran, and its cinematography handled by PG Muthiah.

The shooting for the movie was completed a few months ago after which it went through its post-production phase which has also come to an end. With that being said, the film's release date has reached a confirmation and is all set and ready to hit the big screens on 21 July 2022. Lead actor Arulnithi took to his official Twitter handle to confirm this by sharing the poster of the upcoming movie with it release date. He caption it by saying, "#DejavuFromJuly21st"

Dejavu will release as a Tamil and Telugu bilingual film. Arulnithi is said to be taking on the role of that of an IPS Officer in the film. Dejavu is reported to have many twists and turns along the way and will be a much different kind of film as compared to other thrillers from the past. The story in the film is about what transpires over a matter of just 24 hours. No other information regarding the film has been disclosed but this is more than enough to get fans lined up in theatres upon its release.

Upon the film's release, its teaser caught the attention of audiences and was well received by the general public. The trailer which came out later showcased the film being a cat and mouse chase between a mastermind of crime and Arulnithi with the suspect being one step ahead of him at every turn.