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'Vettaiyan': 'Superstar' Rajinikanth reveals the release date plans of his cop film, opens up about 'Thalaivar 171'

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2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

'Superstar' Rajinikanth left for Hyderabad, Telangana, on Saturday morning, March 9, to resume filming on Vettaiyan. The action drama film being directed by T. J. Gnanavel of Jai Bhim (2018) fame will see the actor playing a police officer once again after he donned the khakhi last time in Nelson Dilipkumar's Jailer (2023). With Rajinikanth set to come out firing on all cylinders in Vettaiyan after the gargantuan success of his Jailer (2023), the leading Tamil actor addressed the media at the Chennai Airport earlier today while en route to Hyderabad and spoke about the shooting of his upcoming film, while also sharing a few words about the tentatively titled Thalaivar 171 to be directed by blockbuster Tamil filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj. 

During his interaction with the press, Rajinikanth was queried about Vettaiyan, with the actor stating, "The shooting is progressing nicely and 75% of filming has been completed." Upon being asked about the film's release date, the actor informed, "The announcement will be made once the production comes to a wrap." In regard to his Thalaivar 171, Rajinikanth said that the works have not yet started. There are massive expectations surrounding Vettaiyan and Thalaivar 171, and fans will be looking forward to witnessing Rajinikanth delivering action-packed entertainment in both the films on the big screen. 

Vettaiyan will see Rajinikanth sharing the screen alongside a huge ensemble star cast featuring the likes of iconic Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan, Malayalam stars Fahadh Faasil and Manju Warrier, Baahubali fame Rana Daggubati, Irudhi Suttru actress Ritika Singh, Sarpatta Parambarai heroine Dushara Vijayan, among others, with the music being composed by 'Rockstar' Anirudh Ravichander. Thalaivar 171, on the other hand, will begin principal photography after Rajinikanth completes his commitments with Vettaiyan, and is the first-time collaboration for Rajinikanth with Lokesh Kanagaraj, while the songs and the background score will be done by Anirudh. 

Anant-Radhika pre-wedding: 'Superstar' Rajinikanth meets Bill Gates at Ambanis' bash, daughter Aishwarya posts heartwarming family photos

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

Tamil filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth dropped pictures of her father-actor ‘Superstar’ Rajinikanth’s meeting with American businessman and Microsoft founder Bill Gates at Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s three-day pre-wedding bash earlier this week in Jamnagar, Gujarat, hosted by Indian tycoon Mukesh Ambani and wife Nita Ambani. Aishwarya’s pictures chronicle her family’s journey to Jamnagar starting with a photo in a chartered flight in which she is seen with her father Rajinikanth and mother Latha Rajinikanth casually engaged in a conversation. 

The next picture is one for the photography enthusiasts showing Rajinikanth and Latha enjoying the view from their balcony, with Aishwarya capturing the moment perfectly. We then see the family all decked up in traditional attire and posing for the camera from their stay, with Rajinikanth dressed in a white shirt and veshti. There is also a photo of Rajinikanth and family meeting Bill Gates, and are all smiles during their conversation, with the next two pictures capturing Aishwarya Rajinikanth engaged in book reading sessions. 

Posting the photos on Instagram from Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s pre-wedding party, Aishwarya Rajinikanth extended her gratitude to her hosts Nita Ambani and Mukesh Ambani, while calling the ceremony a "magical" one and declaring the weekend spent with her parents as "memorable and lovely". She captioned her post: "Thank you to our most gracious hosts @nita.ambaniii and @mukesh.ambani19 uncle..most magical pre wedding of dear #anantandradhika memorable and lovely weekend spent with appa and Amma ! #makingmemories❤️" (sic) On the work front, Aishwarya recently made a big filmmaking comeback with the sports action drama, Lal Salaam, which revolved around cricket and featured Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in the lead roles, with Rajinikanth appearing in an extended cameo as Moideen bhai and also had music by Academy Award-winning composer A. R. Rahman. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Nearly 1,200 guests among whom included several big personalities and dignitaries from around the world, leading Hollywood and Bollywood A-listers graced Anant and Radhika’s pre-wedding party. Among those who took part in the celebrations were Mark Zuckerberg, Sunder Pichai, Ivanka Trump, Rihanna, Akon, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Ram Charan, and Atlee to name a notable few. Radhika Merchant, daughter of Viren Merchant, CEO of Encore Healthcare Pvt. Ltd., and entrepreneur Shaila Merchant, is set to tie the knot with Anant Ambani in July.

'Vettaiyan': Rana Daggubati joins the sets of 'Superstar' Rajinikanth film with a powerful message, says "Let's fire it up"

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

Leading Telugu actor Rana Daggubati has joined the sets of 'Superstar' Rajinikanth's Vettaiyan on Monday, March 4. Known best among fans for his role as Bhallaladeva in the nationwide blockbuster Baahubali films (Palvaalthevan in the Tamil version), the popular star shared a selfie along with a powerful message about filming his portions in the highly-anticipated film being directed by TJ Gnanavel of Jai Bhim (2021) fame. Seen in a navy blue shirt, Rana shared his excitement at stepping into the sets of Rajinikanth's Vettaiyan writing, "Day - 1 of filming! ! Lets fire it up 🔥🔥🔥 #T170" (sic)


Rana Daggubati has garnered a huge following over the years and is not new to Tamil cinema audiences after he debuted in Ajith Kumar's Arrambam (2013), followed by appearances in films Inji Iduppazhagi (2015), Bangalore Naatkal (2016), Enai Noki Paayum Thota (2019), Kaadan (2021), and 1945 (2023). Having also starred in several notable Hindi films, Rana's inclusion in Vettaiyan is set to add strength to the Rajinikanthp-starrer and he will be seen alongside several other popular names among whom are iconic Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan, Malayalam actors Fahadh Faasil and Manju Warrier, Irudhi Suttru heroine Ritika Singh and Sarpatta Parambarai fame Dushara Vijayan, among others in pivotal roles. 

Gearing up for a release sometime this year, Vettaiyan will showcase 'Superstar' Rajinikanth as a police officer and he will be seen donning the khakhi once again after AR Murugadoss' Darbar (2020). The film will feature songs and a background score by 'Rockstar' Anirudh Ravichander and is his next big outing with Rajinikanth after delivering chart-topping hits in Petta (2019), Darbar, and Jailer (2023), while also being announced to be composing the music next in the tentatively titled Thalaivar 171. A power-packed mass title announcement teaser for Vettaiyan was also released on Rajinikanth's birthday last year to a sensational response giving viewers a glimpse at what awaits them in cinemas. 

'Superstar' Rajinikanth joins hands with blockbuster Bollywood producer for the first time, announcement sends fans into celebration mode

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

'Superstar' Rajinikanth is joining hands with Sajid Nadiawala, the blockbuster Bollywood producer-filmmaker confirmed on social media on Tuesday, February 27. The reputed director made the news of their big collaboration on X writing, "It's a true honour to collaborate with the legendary @rajinikanth Sir! Anticipation mounts as we prepare to embark on this unforgettable journey together!" (sic) Rajinikanth and Sajid Nadiawala are teaming up for a new project for the first time and the big announcement has no doubt taken fans by surprise, who have been extending their wishes to the iconic Tamil actor for signing up for yet another project. 

Sajid's wife Wardha Nadiadwala also posted expressed her happiness on Instagram along with pictures wishing Rajinikanth and his wife Latha Rajinikanth on the occasion of their 43rd wedding anniversary. She wrote, "Your everlasting love is an inspiration to all of us! Wishing you a very very happy anniversary Thalaiva and Amma! 🥰 loads of love and duas on your special day Here’s to a life time of love and happiness ❤️ and of course for 7 janam as well 🧿" (sic) No other details are known at this point about Rajinikanth's upcoming project and further announcements are expected in the days ahead. Sajid Nadiadwala has produced blockbusters in Hindi over the years among which include all the four films in the Housefull franchise, Highway (2014), Chhichhore (2019), and 83 (2021), to name a notable few, while also venturing into direction with the Salman Khan-starrer Kick (2014). 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Rajinikanth has been on a signing spree of late after the stellar box office success of his Jailer (2023) and was recently seen in a special appearance in his daughter Aishwarya's Lal Salaam. The leading Tamil actor is currently filming Vettaiyan under Jai Bhim (2021) fame TJ Gnanavel's direction. The upcoming film is a multi-starrer and also features Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Kishore, Ritika Singh, Dushara Vijayan, GM Sundar, Rohini, Rao Ramesh, Ramesh Thilak, Rakshan among others in pivotal roles, with the songs and the background score being composed by 'Rockstar' Anirudh Ravichander. After completing Vettaiyan, Rajinikanth will team up with blockbuster Tamil director Lokesh Kanagaraj for the tentatively titled Thalaivar 171, which also will include music composed by Anirudh. There have also been reports claiming that Rajinikanth is set to work with a number of other leading Tamil filmmakers and announcements in that regard are still awaited. 

'Lal Salaam': 'Superstar' Rajinikanth opens up on the response to Aishwarya Rajinikanth's film, drops 'Vettaiyan' and 'Thalaivar 171' updates - WATCH

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

'Superstar' Rajinikanth's latest film, Lal Salaam, directed by his daughter Aishwarya Rajinikanth hit screens worldwide on Friday, February 9. The sports drama film features the iconic actor making a special appearance as Moideen bhai and stars Vishal Vishal and Vikranth in the lead roles, with the music composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman. With Lal Salaam taking a strong opening in cinemas, Rajinikanth today addressed media persons at the Chennai Airport upon his return from Hyderabad where he was shooting his upcoming film, Vettaiyan

Speaking to reporters about the feedback to Lal Salaam, Rajinikanth said, "I've heard that the film is liked by fans and the people. The film has triumphed on a big scale and I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Lyca Productions for producing, Aishwarya Rajinikanth for directing, and the entire crew." Upon being asked about actor Vishal's receny statement about an entry in politics after Vijay and whether the duties of a Chief Minister have gotten easy, Rajinikanth responded saying, "Sorry, please don't ask any political questions." 

Rajinikanth was then queried about the progress of his ongoing film Vettaiyan, with the actor informing, "Eighty percent of the shooting has been completed and only twenty percent of the production is remaining." When inquired about the film's release plans, the veteran actor informed that he doesn't know about it yet. Rajinikanth was also questioned about his next film, the tentatively titled Thalaivar 171 under Lokesh Kanagaraj's direction, which he revealed would begin filming after the completion of Vettaiyan

Vettaiyan is being directed by Jai Bhim fame T. J. Gnanavel and has 'Superstar' Rajinikanth playing the role of a cop and will be sharing screen space alongside a power-packed star cast featuring the likes of Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, Malayalam actors Fahadh Faasil and Manju Warrier, leading Telugu star Rana Daggubati, Irudhi Suttru heroine Ritika Singh and Sarpatta Parambarai fame Dushara Vijayan, among others, with the music being composed by 'Rockstar' Anirudh Ravichander. Thalaivar 171, on the other hand, marks the first-time collaboration for Rajinikanth with blockbuster filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj, and will have songs and a background score composed by Anirudh, who has boarded a 'Superstar' venture for the fifth time after Petta (2019), Darbar (2020), Jailer (2023), and Vettaiyan

'Lal Salaam': Aishwarya Rajinikanth responds to "promotions" question posed to 'Superstar' Rajinikanth, says " There's no need for a strategy..."

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

Filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth's big comeback to filmmaking, Lal Salaam, is all set for a grand worldwide theatrical release on February 9. With the upcoming sports action drama film's promotions in full swing, the hit director on Monday evening, February 5, interacted with media persons and addressed a question that was posed to her father 'Superstar' Rajinikanth t the Chennai Airport last week. During the Lal Salaam audio launch, Aishwarya had said that her father was not a 'Sanghi', which led to a lot of chatter on social media, with some claiming that the statement was made as a promotional strategy. Rajinikanth later went on to deny that her statements at the audio launch ceremony were intended for promotional purposes. 

Addressing the incident, Aishwarya Rajinikanth explained, "I've spoken a lot about my father. I feel there's no need to talk much about him now. Everyone is well aware about his dedication and work ethics. Since this is a crowd that isn't one that claps, I feel I should speak about this here. There's no necessity for me to speak for the sake of claps. What I'm saying now is the truth. Someone had asked my father when he was at the airport about what I spoke during the audio launch. He honestly didn't know what I going to talk about. It took him by surprise. He knows that I usually don't speak much and sat there listening under that belief. So, when they asked his opinion at the airport about what I said during the audio launch, he gave an explanation. And, I conveyed my thoughts on the day before itself." 

Aishwarya further stated, "Someone asked him whether this was a strategy for Lal Salaam and was all pre-planned. I want to give a small explanation to that query. There's no need for a strategy through me or talk about politics or show him act in something he has no belief in to make a 'Superstar' film run. And, Jailer didn't address any political themes, but everyone is aware about how well it ran. So, I wanted to make it clear on this stage that he is a person who encourages me, my sister, and everyone to have their own opinions. It left me hurt that such a question was posed to him. Instead, I could have been asked that query and I would have answered." 

Lal Salaam will see 'Superstar' Rajinikanth making a special appearance alongside Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth playing the lead roles, with the music composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman. 

Watch Aishwarya Rajinikanth at the Lal Salaam press meet in the video below: 

'Lal Salaam' trailer: 'Superstar' Rajinikanth is no ordinary man from Bombay, Aishwarya Rajinikanth film's visuals promise a gripping tale - WATCH

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

'Superstar' Rajinikanth is kicking off 2024 with Lal Salaam opening in cinemas worldwide on February 9. The upcoming sports drama film starring  Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth who are cast in the lead roles has been directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth and features music composed Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman, with the songs released receiving a positive response. Lal Salaam, which revolves around cricket and politics, will showcase Rajinikanth in a special appearance as Moideen bhai, with the film's trailer now out and giving viewers a glimpse at the exciting action both on and off the cricket field and the intense political drama surrounding it. 

The Lal Salaam trailer predominantly focuses on communal clashes in a small village in Tamil Nadu due to a temple car. We also see Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth as aspiring cricketers despite often going up against each other. The Lal Salaam trailer then goes on to introduce Rajinikanth as Moideen bhai; an influential and powerful man from Bombay playing peacemaker. The visuals in the trailer indicate that the film will be both high on entertainment, while also putting the spotlight on the violence caused by communal riots. Lal Salaam will see Rajinikanth, Vishnu Vishal, and Vikranth alongside Senthil, Jeevitha, Thambi Ramaiah, Ananthika Sanilkumar, Vivek Prasanna, and Thangadurai, among others appearing in pivotal roles. 

The buzz surrounding Lal Salaam has been huge right from the get-go as it is Aishwarya Rajinikanth's big comeback to filmmaking after 3 (2012), Vai Raja Vai (2015), and the documentary Cinema Veeran (2017), and also marks the first time that Rajinikanth is starring in her film after he previously headlined his younger daughter Soundarya's directorial, Kochadaiiyaan (2014). The highly-anticipated film will also see 1983 World Cup-winning captain and legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev making a cameo appearance and the pictures of him alongside Rajinikanth have gotten fans mighty excited. 

Watch the Lal Salaam trailer below: 

'Lal Salaam': 'Superstar' Rajinikanth defends daughter Aishwarya's speech, says "She never said Sanghi is a bad word..." - WATCH

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

'Superstar' Rajinikanth, on Monday morning, January 29, defended his daughter Aishwarya's speech at the Lal Salaam audio launch and in particular about him being branded 'Sanghi' on social media. Addressing the topic during an interaction with the press at the Chennai Airport, the leading Tamil actor said, "She never said Sanghi is a bad word anywhere. What she meant was her father is a theist and loves all religions." Aishwarya, during the Lal Salaam audio launch last week, stated that her father Rajinikanth was not a Sanghi as being claimed by many on social networking forums. 

Upon being queried whether Aishwarya's statements were made for the promotion of Lal Salaam, Rajinikanth denied the claims, while informing that the film has shaped up extremely well. The veteran actor also informed the press that he was en route to Hyderabad for the shooting of his next big film, Vettaiyan, being directed by Jai Bhim fame T. J. Gnanavel featuring music by Anirudh Ravichander. The Lal Salaam audio launch ceremony had taken place at a private college in Chennai on January 26 and witnessed several big names associated with the film grace the occasion. 

Announced to open in cinemas worldwide on February 9, Lal Salaam has 'Superstar' Rajinikanth making a special appearance as Moideen bhai and stars Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in the lead roles, while 1983 World Cup-winning captain and legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev will be seen in a cameo. The upcoming film has songs and a background score composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman and marks Aishwarya Rajinikanth's comeback to filmmaking after 3 (2012), Vai Raja Vai (2015), and the documentary Cinema Veeran (2017), and is also the first time Rajinikanth is appearing under her direction after previously headlining his younger daughter Soundarya's directorial, Kochadaiiyaan (2014). 

Watch Rajinikanth talk about daughter Aishwarya's Lal Salaam speech in the video below: 

'Lal Salaam': Rajinikanth as Moideen bhai in the 'Jalali' song video, new glimpse of 'Superstar' in action - WATCH

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

The much-awaited 'Jalali' song from filmmaker Aishwarya Rajinikanth's next big film, Lal Salaam, has been released and gives viewers a new glimpse of 'Superstar' Rajinikanth as Moideen bhai. The upcoming film featuring songs and a background score composed by Academy Award-winning music director A. R. Rahman has had two tracks released already - 'Ther Thiruvizha' and 'Ae Pulla' - to a largely positive response. The 'Jalali' song was released shortly after the Lal Salaam audio launch ceremony held in Chennai on Friday evening, January 26, which witnessed the lead stars in attendance to talk about the film and their experiences. 

'Jalali' in Lal Salaam has been sung by A. R. Rahman and Sarath Santosh and is featured extensively on Rajinikanth playing Moideen bhai after the song was first teased in a special glimpse on the iconic Tamil actor's birthday last December. The song has lyrics penned by Mashook Rahman and A. R. Rahman and had received a positive feedback after being featured in the Lal Salaam Moideen bhai glimpse, with the lyric video also showing new visuals of Rajinikanth in the film, which will open in cinemas worldwide on February 9. 

'Superstar' Rajinikanth will be seen making a special appearance as Moideen bhai in Lal Salaam alongside Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth, who are playing the lead roles as aspiring cricketers in the film. The sport-based drama also has 1983 World Cup-winning captain and legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev making a cameo appearance. The buzz surrounding Lal Salaam is massive as it is Aishwarya Rajinikanth's big comeback to filmmaking after 3 (2012), Vai Raja Vai (2015), and the documentary Cinema Veeran (2017), and also marks the first time Rajinikanth is appearing in a film directed by her after previously headlining his younger daughter Soundarya's directorial, Kochadaiiyaan (2014).

Watch the 'Jalali' song video from Lal Salaam below: 

'Lal Salaam': Rajinikanth film's grand audio launch date, big announcement teaser out for 'Superstar' fans - WATCH

By | Galatta |
2024-03-09T12:27:00 +05:30 vettaiyan shooting 75 percent completed superstar rajinikanth thalaivar 171 update - Movie Cinema News

It's official - the much-awaited Lal Salaam audio launch ceremony will take place at the Leo Muthu Indoor Stadium, Sai Ram Institute of Technology in Chennai on January 26 starting 4 p.m. The big announcement has come in the form of a special teaser giving audience a glimpse of an animation of 'Superstar' Rajinikanth taking to the stage and delivering his speech, which is undoubtedly set to be the biggest highlight of the evening. 

The Lal Salaam grand audio launch event will be taking place on Republic Day ahead of the film's worldwide theatrical release on February 9. The gala ceremony will witness Rajinikanth as the star attraction considering the actor will be seen in a special role as Moideen bhai in the sports-based drama revolving around cricket under his elder daughter Aishwarya Rajinikanth's direction. The buzz surrounding the upcoming film featuring music composed by Academy Award winner A. R. Rahman has been huge right from the get-go and the reception to the songs - 'Ther Thiruvizha' and 'Ae Pulla' - have been largely positive. Lal Salaam has Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth playing the lead roles as aspiring cricketers and will also see 1983 World Cup-winning captain and legendary Indian cricketer Kapil Dev making a cameo appearance alongside Rajinikanth.

Lal Salaam also marks Aishwarya Rajinikanth's big filmmaking comeback after 3 (2012), Vai Raja Vai (2015), and the documentary Cinema Veeran (2017), and there will be tremendous expectations for her to hit the high note. The film is gearing up for a massive opening in cinemas after it was initially announced to release on January 12 as a Pongal release, with those plans undergoing a change owing to the post-production works. Lal Salaam will incidentally see Rajinikanth kicking off 2024 as he is currently filming the highly-anticipated cop drama film, Vettaiyan, being directed by Jai Bhim fame T. J. Gnanavel and will soon begin shooting for the tentatively titled Thalaivar 171 under Lokesh Kanagaraj's direction. 

Watch the Lal Salaam audio launch announcement teaser below: