Kamal Haasan's upcoming film after Indian 2, is with Mani Ratnam titled "Thug Life”. The project ignited curiosity right from its announcement and an ensemble cast involving Dulquer Salmaan, Jayam Ravi, Trisha added more fuel to it. The film's announcement video along with AR Rahman's background score promised a cinematic marvel.
But, recent reports hinted at Dulquer Salmaan and Jayam Ravi are stepping away from the project due to scheduling conflicts, but the latest buzz suggests they both return to the film. Another exciting news is that Silambarasan TR, who was initially approached to play Dulquer’s role in the film, has now been cast in a new role. STR could be seen in a dual role and will join the shoot soon.
Thug Life filming will resume once elections were done and will progress at a rapid pace. Trisha, Dulquer and Jayam Ravi will join the schedule alongside Kamal Haasan. Makers recently went to Siberia for a recce to finalise locations where the climax will be shot. The film will be shot in New Delhi and Chennai.
Produced by Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, R. Mahendran, Siva Ananth, and Udhayanidhi Stalin, “Thug Life” boasts a stellar lineup including Aishwarya Lekshmi, Gautham Karthik, Abhirami and Nasser. Cinematography is being provided by Ravi K Chandran.