Reports indicate that Rajinikanth and director Mani Ratnam are poised to collaborate on a new film, their first project together in 33 years. Fans are eagerly anticipating an official announcement, which is rumored to occur on Rajinikanth’s birthday, December 12. While the news isn’t confirmed yet, social media is buzzing with excitement, as fans hope these reports are true.
This potential reunion follows a significant 36-year break for Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan, who are also teaming up for the film Thug Life, their first collaboration since the 1987 classic Nayakan. If these reports hold true, it would mark his second collaboration with Mani Ratnam, following their successful 1991 film, Thalapathi.
Rajinikanth and Mani Ratnam Reunite
After 36 years, actor Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam have joined forces again for the film Thug Life, following their 1987 classic Nayakan. Excitingly, reports suggest that Mani Ratnam is also set to reunite with superstar Rajinikanth after a 33-year hiatus.
The official announcement for this collaboration is expected to be made on December 12, Rajinikanth’s birthday. Fans are eagerly hoping for confirmation, but no official details have been released yet.
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— SIIMA (@siima) October 5, 2024Rajinikanth and Mani Ratnam Previous Movie
Rajinikanth and Mani Ratnam previously worked together on the acclaimed 1991 film Thalapathi. This gangster drama featured an impressive cast, including Mammootty, Arvind Swami, Jaishankar, Amrish Puri, Srividya, Bhanupriya, Shobana, and Geetha. The story revolves around a brave slum dweller who befriends a notorious gangster while a district collector tries to dismantle their alliance.
Thalapathi is a modern take on the Mahabharata, focusing on the bond between Duryodhana and Karna. In this adaptation, Rajinikanth portrays Surya, symbolizing Karna, while Mammootty plays Devaraj, representing Duryodhana.
Arvind Swami takes on the role of Arjun, based on Arjuna. Notably, while Rajinikanth’s character is named Surya, his father’s identity is never revealed, establishing a unique connection to the sun god solely through his name.
Additionally, Thalapathi marked the final collaboration between music composer Ilaiyaraaja and lyricist Vaali with Mani Ratnam. After this film, the director began working with AR Rahman and Vairamuthu. Released on Diwali in 1991, Thalapathi was both a critical and commercial success, leaving a lasting impact on Indian cinema.
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Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam Upcoming Movies
Mani Ratnam is currently filming Thug Life with Kamal Haasan, featuring an impressive ensemble cast that includes Silambarasan, Joju George, Ali Fazal, Ashok Selvan, Pankaj Tripathi, Nassar, Trisha Krishnan, Abhirami Gopikumar, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Jisshu Sengupta, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, and Vaiyapuri. Notably, Kamal Haasan co-wrote the script for this exciting project alongside Mani Ratnam.
Meanwhile, Rajinikanth is set to appear in TJ Gnanavel’s Vettaiyan, which also stars Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Manju Warrier. This highly anticipated film will be released in theaters on October 10. Additionally, he will soon collaborate with Lokesh Kanagaraj in Coolie, featuring Shruti Haasan, Nagarjuna, Soubin Shahir, Sathyaraj, and Upendra.
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Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam Reunite FAQs
Q.1. When will the Rajinikanth and Mani Ratnam collaboration be announced?
Ans. The official announcement is rumored to be made on his birthday, December 12, 2024.
Q.2. What was the previous collaboration between Rajinikanth and Mani Ratnam?
Ans. He and Mani Ratnam last worked together in the 1991 film Thalapathi.
Q.3. Is the collaboration between Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam confirmed?
Ans. Yes, Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam are confirmed to be working on a film called Thug Life.
Q.4. Who starred in the 1991 film Thalapathi?
Ans. Thalapathi featured him, Mammootty, Arvind Swami, Jaishankar, Amrish Puri, Bhanupriya, and others.
Q.5. What is the upcoming Rajinikanth film before the Mani Ratnam project?
Ans. He will appear in TJ Gnanavel’s Vettaiyan, releasing on October 10, 2024.
