Director Naresh Kuppili Has Raised Objections On GOAT Title

Right from the time it was announced, Thalapathy Vijay’s upcoming film with Venkat Prabhu has garnered a lot of attention from fans. Recently, the makers of the film took to social media to reveal the film’s official title as The Greatest of All Time, aka GOAT.

However, in the latest update, Tollywood director Naresh Kuppili has raised objections against the film’s title, as per reports. It is understood that the filmmaker, who is known for his debut film Paagal, is currently busy with his second film, which is also titled GOAT. The director also said that he has already started the promotional works of his film, and cannot have another film with the same title in such a short time span. 

Incidentally, this is not the first time a Thalapathy Vijay film is facing issues related to its title. The actor’s latest film, Leo, which is helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj had faced a similar controversy as well. Right before the film’s release, a director issued a case against the film’s title, alleging that he owned the rights to it. However, as per reports, it is understood that the issue was resolved when the makers of the Thalapathy Vijay starrer compensated the director.

GOAT marks the first collaboration between Vijay and Venkat Prabhu. The film features an ensemble cast including Meenakshi Chaudhary, Mic Mohan, Jayaram, Prabhu Deva, Yogi Babu, and many more in prominent roles.

Along with the film’s title release, the makers of the film also released the first and second look posters of the film, both of which have added fuel to the already existing hype surrounding the film. The poster showed Thalapathy Vijay in a dual role, most probably a father and a son, walking away from a parachute landing, as a military aircraft flies overhead.