The Tamil film industry is abuzz with the news of actor Santhanam being roped in as a comedian in director Ramkumar Balakrishnan's eagerly-awaited film featuring actor Silambarasan in the lead. The film, tentatively referred to as #STR49, has been generating significant interest among fans, and the addition of Santhanam to the cast is expected to add more excitement to the project. Although there has been no official confirmation, sources say that Santhanam has indeed given his nod to the project.
Santhanam, who is now a bankable hero in the Tamil industry, has a history of working as a comedian in Tamil cinema before establishing himself as a hero. After turning a full-fledged hero, the actor had stopped appearing as a comedian in the films of other heroes.
However, it seems that Santhanam is making an exception for actor Simbu, with whom he shares a close bond. Both actors are known to be good friends, and Santhanam often credits Simbu for his growth in the film industry. It is with Simbu's Manmadha, Santhanam finds his major breakthrough. The film is being produced by Dawn Pictures and features music by Sai Abhyankar.
The poster of the project, which was recently released, features Simbu folding his hands behind his back, holding a textbook with a knife and blood inside. The caption "The Most Wanted Student" has generated curiosity. With Ramkumar Balakrishnan at the helm, known for his superhit film "Parking", STR49 promises to be a thrilling experience for fans.