Dhanush Tamil Movie News

Leading Tamil actor Dhanush's Raayan is set to come out this year and the wait is now on for the film's release date to be announced. The upcoming film has a multi-star cast featuring SJ Suryah, Sundeep Kishan, Kalidas Jayaram, Selvaraghavan, Prakash Raj, Dushara Vijayan, Aparna Balamurali, Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, and Saravanan in pivotal roles, while the songs and the background are being composed by Academy Award-winning music director A. R. Rahman. Raayan, which is currently one of the biggest and most promising Tamil films of 2024, almost featured 'Thenisai Thendral' Deva as the villain, with the iconic composer on Sunday, April 14, revealing the reason for declining the role. 

Addressing media persons on the festive occasion of Tamil New Year, Deva opened up on the reason for not acting as the antagonist in Dhanush's Raayan. He said, "I called and asked Dhanush why he wanted me to cast me as the villain. He said, 'There won't be anyone like you in Chennai who can speak Madras Bashai. You speak the local dialect so beautifully.' The character's roots are from the Kasimedu area in Chennai and is the reason why he wanted me as the villain in the film." He added, "I'll say one thing - one who lets go a job he knows will suffer and one who takes up a job he doesn't know will also endure hardships." Raayan will see Dhanush, Sundeep Kishan, Kalidas Jayaram, and Dushara Vijayan as siblings, with reports stating that SJ Suryah  is playing the villain. 

With filming on Raayan wrapped up already and post-production works currently underway, all sights are now set on the film's first single, which has been announced to release soon and there is considerable excitement for what A. R. Rahman has in store for fans this time. The film is incidentally the fifth collaboration for the duo after Raanjhanaa (2013), Maryan (2013), and Atrangi Re (2021), while their next big Bollywood project Tere Ishk Mein under Aanand L. Rai's direction is also currently in development. Raayan is billed to be a gangster action drama set amidst the North Madras backdrop and Dhanush's second directorial after Pa Paandi (2017), and there are huge expectations for the two-time National Award-winning actor to come out firing on all cylinders. 

Two-time National Award winner Dhanush unveiled the first look of filmmaker-actor Selvaraghavan in the highly-anticipated film Raayan on Thursday, February 22. Sharing the poster on social media, the Captain Miller star expressed his joy at the opportunity to direct his elder brother. Posting the new Raayan poster, Dhanush wrote on X, "Never thought I’ll direct you someday sir 🙏🙏 @selvaraghavan" (sic) Shortly after, Selvaraghavan too conveyed his happiness at being a part of the film and thanked his younger brother saying, "Thanks for the opportunity director sir ! It's gonna be an epic and I'm so proud of you ! 👏👏" (sic)

Thanks for the opportunity director sir ! It's gonna be an epic and I'm so proud of you ! 👏👏@sunpictures https://t.co/EBAuAlYzEG

— selvaraghavan (@selvaraghavan) February 22, 2024

Raayan marks the second time Selvaraghavan is acting in a Dhanush film after Naane Varuvean (2022) and is their seventh collaboration overall. While Selvaraghavan directed Dhanush in films Kaadhal Kondein (2003), Pudhupettai (2006), Mayakkam Enna (2011), and Naane Varuvean, he wrote the screenplay for Thulluvadho Ilamai (2002) and Yaaradi Nee Mohini (2008). Earlier this week, Selvaraghavan confirmed his role in Raayan and issued a clarification stating that he had nothing to do with the scripting process of the upcoming Tamil film also releasing in Telugu and Hindi languages. He posted, "Friends , heard reports that I have written the script for D 50 RAAYAN. I clarify that I have NOTHING to do with ‘ RAAYAN ‘ s script or scripting process. It’s purely @dhanushkraja s dream script and now he has made it in to his own film. I am merely an actor in this project 🙏🏼" (sic) Selvaraghavan added, "Like all of you I cannot wait to watch #Raayan in theatres. Proud of my brother @dhanushkraja and his hard work and dedication 🥰" (sic)

Like all of you I cannot wait to watch #Raayan in theatres. Proud of my brother @dhanushkraja and his hard work and dedication 🥰

— selvaraghavan (@selvaraghavan) February 20, 2024

The buzz surrounding Raayan has been massive right from the get-go and the excitement has shot up after it was revealed that Selvaraghavan would be seen in a big role alongside Dhanush time in comparison to his cameo in Naane Varuvean. Raayan, which incidentally is Dhanush's second directorial after Pa Paandi (2017), also stars SJ Suryah, Sundeep Kishan, and Kalidas Jayaram, and will feature songs and a background composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman. 

Filmmaker-actor SJ Suryah's look in the highly-anticipated Dhanush film, Raayan, has been unveiled and shows him looking simple yet stylish. The upcoming film revealed to be coming out in theatres this summer will feature music composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman and is touted to be a gangster drama, with Kalidas Jayaram and Sundeep Kishan also cast in pivotal roles. SJ Suryah's look in Raayan has come out now after the film's title was announced in the first poster earlier this week and the Jigarthanda DoubleX (2023) star has also expressed his excitement at working alongside Dhanush, who shared that he had great fun directing him. SJ Suryah wrote on X, "Sirrrrrr it’s a bliss acting in Ur direction @dhanushkraja sirrrrrr 😍💐💐💐🙏thx for the opportunity and this tweet of Urs too &  friends, as I mentioned earlier RAAYAN is Raw & Rustic yet emotional in international standard 👍👍👍👍summer treat 😍😍😍thx a lot @sunpictures and team 😍🙏" (sic)

Sirrrrrr it’s a bliss acting in Ur direction @dhanushkraja sirrrrrr 😍💐💐💐🙏thx for the opportunity and this tweet of Urs too & friends, as I mentioned earlier RAAYAN is Raw & Rustic yet emotional in international standard 👍👍👍👍summer treat 😍😍😍thx a lot @sunpictures and… https://t.co/j35hEaTmMi

— S J Suryah (@iam_SJSuryah) February 21, 2024

Raayan, which was initially being called D50 on account of being Dhanush's landmark 50th film, is also the two-time National Award winner's second directorial after Pa Paandi (2017), and expectations are massive for him to come out firing on all cylinders. This latest announcement about SJ Suryah's casting has come after the Mark Antony (2023) star recently showered praises on Dhanush for his work in the film, while also extending his wishes for his third directorial, Nilavukku En Mel Ennadi Kobam. He posted, "Avaru super director TOO  …. @dhanushkraja -ku Direction mela Yenna veri yenna dedication 🥰🥰🥰 Avaru Vera level #D50 our content, different treatment , “raw&rustic” international out put 👍👍👍🥰sjs & all the best to NEEK TOO" (sic)

Avaru super director TOO …. @dhanushkraja-ku Direction mela Yenna veri yenna dedication 🥰🥰🥰 Avaru Vera level #D50 our content, different treatment , “raw&rustic” international out put 👍👍👍🥰sjs & all the best to NEEK TOO https://t.co/xvhoQPMgKF

— S J Suryah (@iam_SJSuryah) December 25, 2023

There's been a lot of buzz surrounding Raayan, which also includes Dhanush's brother and filmmaker Selvaraghavan, while Soorarai Pottru (2020) actress Aparna Balamurali and Sarpatta Parambarai (2021) heroine Dushara Vijayan are also said to be a part of the the film, with official announcements about their casting expected to be made next. Raayan is also the fifth occasion Dhanush and A. R. Rahman are collaborating after films Raanjhanaa (2013), Maryan (2013), and Atrangi Re (2021), while their Bollywood project, Tere Ishk Mein under Aanand L. Rai's direction began production last year.

Filmmaker-actor Selvaraghavan has issued a clarification about the rumors claiming that he has written the script for his younger brother Dhanush's upcoming film, Raayan. The Naane Varuvean (2022) director put a full stop to reports on social media stating that he had written the script of the upcoming film, which is Dhanush's second directorial, while also informing that he did not participate in the scripting process. Confirming that he is a part of Raayan only as an actor, Selvaraghavan further informed that the highly-anticipated film is Dhanush's dream script and showered praise on him for his hard work and dedication, while expressing his excitement on wanting to witness the action in cinemas. 

Taking to X on Tuesday evening, February 20, Selvaraghavan posted, "Friends , heard reports that I have written the script for  D 50  RAAYAN. I clarify that I have NOTHING to do with ‘ RAAYAN ‘ s script or scripting process. It’s purely @dhanushkraja s dream script and now he has made it in to his own film. I am merely an actor in this project 🙏🏼" (sic) He added, "Like all of you I cannot wait to watch #Raayan in theatres. Proud of my brother  @dhanushkraja and his hard work and dedication 🥰" (sic) 

Like all of you I cannot wait to watch #Raayan in theatres. Proud of my brother @dhanushkraja and his hard work and dedication 🥰

— selvaraghavan (@selvaraghavan) February 20, 2024

Selvaraghavan's latest clarification and confirmation about his role in Raayan has come after the film's title and first look were unveiled earlier this week to a phenomenal response. The film is Dhanush's second directorial after Pa Paandi (2017) and will see him sharing screen space with Sundeep Kishan once again after Captain Miller earlier this year and Kalidas Jayaram, while S J Suryah, Soorarai Pottru (2020) actress Aparna Balamurali and Sarpatta Parambarai (2021) fame Dushara Vijayan are also said to be cast in pivotal roles. There is tremendous buzz surrounding Raayan as it is said to be a gangster drama and also features music composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman, who has boarded a Dhanush venture for the fifth time after films Raanjhanaa (2013), Maryan (2013), and Atrangi Re (2021), while their Bollywood project, Tere Ishk Mein under Aanand L. Rai's direction is also currently in development. 

Acclaimed Tamil filmmaker-actor Selvaraghavan surprised fans on Tuesday evening, February 6, regarding the much-talked-about Pudhupettai 2, saying the film will most likely roll into production this year. The hit director took to social media to share the exciting news of the Pudhupettai (2006) sequel along with a selfie. Posting his picture on Instagram, Selvaraghavan wrote in the caption: "Hopefully PUDHUPETTAI 2 should happen this year !" (sic)

 

 

 

 

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Although no other details have been revealed about the planned Pudhupettai sequel, the news has nonetheless elevated the spirits of fans everywhere, who have been waiting for a word on the film for quite some time now. Pudhupettai 2 will likely be a continuation of the events from where Pudhupettai left off and showcase two-time National Award-winning Tamil actor Dhanush once again as 'Kokki' Kumar, a slum-dwelling student who goes on to become a feared gangster in North Chennai. 

Pudhupettai has garnered a cult status among Tamil cinema fans since its release and the talk of a sequel has often left everyone wondering how Selvaraghavan and Dhanush are going to carry forward the story of 'Kokki' Kumar. The film originally also starred Sneha and Sonia Agarwal as the female leads, with Azhagam Perumal, Bala Singh, Prudhvi Raj, Nithish Veera, among others appearing in key roles, while Yuvan Shankar delivered chart-topping hit songs and a powerful background score. Pudhupettai 2 will mark Selvaraghavan's fifth-time collaboration with Dhanush after their previous outings Kaadhal Kondein (2003), Pudhupettai, Mayakkam Enna (2011), and Naane Varuvean (2022). 

Tamil cinema fans are also looking forward to an update on the status of Aayirathil Oruvan 2, which was announced back in 2021 by both Selvaraghavan and Dhanush. As of now, Selvaraghavan is said to be appearing in a pivotal role in Dhanush's landmark film, the tentatively titled D50, which incidentally is also his second directorial. 

Actor-filmmaker RJ Balaji's next big film, Singapore Saloon, directed by Idharkuthane Aasaipattai Balakumara fame Gokul is all set for a grand release in theatres starting January 25. In that light, RJ Balaji sat down for a candid conversation with National Award-winning film critic Baradwaj Rangan, the Editor-in-Chief of Galatta Plus, to talk about the much-awaited film, while also explaining why he feels leading Tamil actor Dhanush is his choice to play him in his biopic. 

Rj Balaji, who had in an earlier interview mentioned that he preferred two-time National Award-winning actor Dhanush to act in his biopic, said, "I'm not going to research what I said. The success of Dhanush or probably the acceptance and [why] the people like him so much [is] because he's like not that 'hero' hero they have seen. And, to me, I consider myself as a very ordinary and normal boy. Even today there's a relevance and I recently went to IIT Saarang where I had a spotlight event. I was in a closed room with 700 young kids between the ages 17, 18, and 19, and I was so happy during those one and a half hours because the energy, the connect that I had with the audience back in 2006, 2007, 2010, and 2012, it happened once again in 2024. So, if I want to have that connect, I have to be myself. I can't pretend that I changed everything suddenly. I like being like this. So, as a normal boy, I can only see him and when you told me that I mentioned his name [to act as me], I said so because he's the only person who you can relate to any character." 

Talking further about Dhanush, RJ Balaji further stated, "You can watch him play VIP or Thiruchitrambalam. All these really good Dhanush films are films that you think that boy is someone that you know or that boy is you. And, as far as I know, he's fluid on the screen. I earlier told you about learning what I'm receiving now. He's received so much over the years. I'm saying as a craft during the time when his film Devathaiyai Kanden came out, I've seen the Dhanush who would get angry. Even in Pudhupettai, in fact, he would angrily shout. As an actor, he entered the industry at the time and he's getting groomed. But, you watch the Dhanush getting angry now, you'll see a [change] in his craft." 

RJ Balaji added, "In my next film, I've done a scene which requires me to be extremely angry and so I suddenly shout. For me, if I have to emote angrily, it's got to be me yelling. So, from that place, someone has traveled so much and yet he's vulnerable on the screen. I can relate to him as someone that I know or someone that is like me. So, I think he'll perform in not only my role, but any role that comes his way, and if it's going to be my biopic, I'll be the one who writes it because I know all the darkest things and the right things to say." 

Watch RJ Balaji in conversation with Baradwaj Rangan in the video below: 

Leading Tamil actor Dhanush's next film, the tentatively DNS, also starring Telugu superstar Akkineni Nagarjuna and being directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Sekhar Kammula has now made a powerhouse addition to its team. On Saturday, January 20, the makers revealed that 'Rockstar' Devi Sri Prasad will be composing the songs and the background score in the upcoming film, which will be coming out in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam languages. Their announcement on X read, "A powerhouse addition to the #DNS family! ???? We're thrilled to welcome rockstar @ThisIsDSP on board ???? ????  Get ready for some electrifying music charts that are going to blow you all away! ??????‍????" (sic)

A powerhouse addition to the #DNS family! ????

We're thrilled to welcome rockstar @ThisIsDSP on board ???? ????

Get ready for some electrifying music charts that are going to blow you all away! ??????‍????@dhanushkraja @iamnagarjuna @iamRashmika @sekharkammula @AsianSuniel pic.twitter.com/MaakCc5lie

— Sree Venkateswara Cinemas LLP (@SVCLLP) January 20, 2024

DNS or D51 as it is being called by Dhanush fans, marks the third time Devi Sri Prasad has boarded the Captain Miller actor's film after more than a decade. The last time the hit composer delivered chart-topping hits songs for the two-time National Award-winning Tamil actor was in films Kutty (2010) and Venghai (2011), and there will huge expectations for him to come out on top once again. DSP, who won the National Award for Best Music Direction – Songs last year for his work in the nationwide blockbuster Pushpa: The Rise (2021), is making a big comeback to Tamil cinema after being announced as the composer of Suriya's highly-anticipated Kanguva and Vishal's Rathnam, and there will be tremendous expectations for him to hit the high note once again with Dhanush's DNS. 

Dhanush is paired with national sensation Rashmika Mandanna in DNS / D51 and her inclusion has also gotten fans mighty excited after she was last seen in Tamil in 'Thalapathy' Vijay's mega box office success, Varisu (2023). Not much is known about DNS / D51 at this point apart from the promotional material unveiled showcased a bunch of rupee notes resembling the ones that were in circulation predominantly during the 1980s-90s. 

Two-time National Award-winning Tamil actor Dhanush's 2024 is off to a powerful start as his first big film of the year, Captain Miller, has taken a sensational opening in theatres worldwide. The period action drama directed by Arun Matheswaran of Rocky (2021) and Saani Kaayidham (2022) fame and featuring music composed by National Award winner G. V. Prakash Kumar came out as a grand Pongal treat on January 12 and continues to witness a strong audience turnout in cinemas running to packed houses. With the reviews largely positive and praises being heaped on the performances, screenplay, the making, and the scale, the makers on Saturday, January 20, released the second official Captain Miller sneak peek video featuring Dhanush and Kannada superstar Dr. Shivarajkumar. 

The Captain Miller sneak peek video showcases Dhanush as Analeesan aka. Easa contemplating about joining the British Indian Army, with his elder brother played by Shivarajkumar as Sengannan alias Sengolan expressing his displeasure at the decision. We see Dhanush explaining that he's taking such a stance because he sees the British treating him with respect when his own people do not see him as their equal. Shivarajkumar, who plays the role of a freedom fighter in Captain Miller, tries his best to convince why his younger brother is taking a wrong decision, but fails to persuade him into thinking twice before going forward. 

This latest Captain Miller sneak peek showcases powerful performances from both Dhanush and Shivarajkumar, who have been garnering immense praise from all quarters. Set in the 1930s during the pre-Independence era, both Dhanush and Shivarajkumar share screen space in Captain Miller with an ensemble star cast starting with Priyanka Arul Mohan, who is playing the female lead, followed by Sundeep Kishan, Aditi Balan, Edward Sonnenblick, Nivedhithaa Sathish, John Kokken, Merku Thodarchi Malai hero Antony, Vinoth Kishan, Alexx O'Nell, Jayaprakash, Bose Venkat, Elango Kumaravel, Viji Chandrasekhar, among others in pivotal roles. 

Watch the Captain Miller sneak peek video below: 

Two-time National Award-winning Tamil actor Dhanush's latest film Captain Miller is the talk of the town and is doing stellar business at the box office. An official statement by the prestigious Sathya Jyothi Films production banner issued on Tuesday, January 16, on social media informs fans that Captain Miller has registered collections higher on day 4 in comparison to opening day in Tamil Nadu showing that the period action drama is continuing to witness a big jump in the audience turning out to witness Dhanush in action on the big screen. 

Kids & Ladies thronging the theatres worldwide for the Action Extravaganza drama #CaptainMiller ????????

Day4 higher than Day 1 in TN ????#CaptainMillerBlockbuster @dhanushkraja @ArunMatheswaran @NimmaShivanna @sundeepkishan @gvprakash @priyankaamohan @saregamasouth pic.twitter.com/IWjCeYkcQA

— Sathya Jyothi Films (@SathyaJyothi) January 16, 2024

This latest statement about the box office collection for Captain Miller has come as a delightful news for fans and marks a big start to the year for the Tamil film industry. The film has been directed by Arun Matheswaran and is his third venture after Rocky (2021) and Saani Kaayidham (2022), with praise pouring in for his deft filmmaking and an engaging screenplay. Captain Miller is yet another feather in Dhanush's cap and appreciation is pouring in from all quarters for delivering yet another memorable and power-packed performance. 

Set in the 1930s during the pre-Independence era, Captain Miller also sees earnest and power-packed performances from the rest of the star cast alongside Dhanush among whom include Priyanka Mohan, who plays the female lead, with Kannada superstar and Jailer fame Dr. Shivarajkumar, Maanagaram star Sundeep Kishan, Merku Thodarchi Malai hero Antony, Sillu Karupatti actress Nivedhithaa Sathish, Thunivu villain John Kokken, and Malayalam actor Moor appearing in key supporting roles. National Award winner G. V. Prakash Kumar is also receiving non-stop compliments for his work with the songs and in the background score department in Captain Miller and is the seventh collaboration for the composer with Dhanush after their previous outings Polladhavan (2007), Aadukalam (2011), Mayakkam Enna (2011), Asuran (2019), Maaran (2022), and Vaathi (2023).

Leading Tamil actor Dhanush extended his gratitude to Udhayanidhi Stalin, Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development, for appreciating his latest film, Captain Miller. The two-time National Award winner on Saturday, January 13, posted on X how this praise for his most recent film means a lot to him, while recalling the compliments that came his way for Karnan (2021). Dhanush wrote, "Thank you dear @Udhaystalin brother, you never fail to appreciate art which you like, I still fondly remember the time when you had heaped praises for "Karnan". This appreciation means a lot to me and my Captain Miller team and much thanks to you for the same" (sic)

Thank you dear @Udhaystalin brother, you never fail to appreciate art which you like, I still fondly remember the time when you had heaped praises for “Karnan”. This appreciation means a lot to me and my Captain Miller team and much thanks to you for the same https://t.co/XJqpxpqfwV

— Dhanush (@dhanushkraja) January 13, 2024

Earlier yesterday, Udhayanidhi Stalin congratulated the Captain Miller team, including the performances of the entire cast and crew. He wrote, "I express my profound appreciation to the acting mastery of @dhanushkraja, Thiru @nimmashivanna, the vision of director #ArunMadheshwaran, the musical brilliance of brother @gvprakash, along with @sathyajothi, @priyankaamohan, stunt master @dhilipaction, and others for crafting the exceptional film #CaptainMiller." (sic) Highlighting the message conveyed in Captain Miller, Udhayanidhi Stalin stated, "This film powerfully highlights the struggle of the oppressed people for the right to temple entry, skillfully made with the broader narrative of human rights within the backdrop of the freedom struggle." (sic)

I express my profound appreciation to the acting mastery of @dhanushkraja, Thiru @nimmashivanna, the vision of director #ArunMadheshwaran, the musical brilliance of brother @gvprakash, along with @sathyajothi, @priyankaamohan, stunt master @dhilipaction, and others for crafting…

— Udhay (@Udhaystalin) January 12, 2024

Set in the 1930s during the pre-Independence era, Captain Miller opened as a grand Pongal release and has taken a sensational opening in theatres everywhere, with the audience feedback largely positive. The film directed by Arun Matheswaran also has music by National Award-winning composer G. V. Prakash Kumar, who has delivered foot-tapping tunes and a powerful background score once again for a Dhanush-starrer after their previous collaborations Polladhavan (2007), Aadukalam (2011), Mayakkam Enna (2011), Asuran (2019), Maaran (2022), and Vaathi (2023).