Here is the latest update on Thalaivar 171. Lokesh Kanagaraj is eagerly anticipating his upcoming collaboration with superstar Rajinikanth in the tentatively titled 'Thalaivar 171'. This marks a significant milestone as it is the first venture between Lokesh and the iconic actor. The acclaimed filmmaker recently disclosed in an interview that the production for the film is set to commence in April of the upcoming year. Notably, Kamal Haasan, another stalwart of Indian cinema, was the first to extend his best wishes for this highly anticipated collaboration.
In an interview with anchor Gobinath, Lokesh shared insights into the production timeline, stating that 'Thalaivar 171' will officially start filming in April 2024. Expressing confidence in completing the writing process by then, Lokesh emphasized that the movie promises to be a high-octane action film for Rajini Sir after an extended period.
During the same interview, Lokesh conveyed that Kamal Haasan, a legendary figure in the film industry, personally reached out to wish him success for the project. "He phoned me and wished me good luck," Lokesh revealed, underscoring the camaraderie and support within the industry.
Lokesh also shared the heartening experience of narrating the script to Rajinikanth. Recounting the moment, he mentioned that after the narration, Rajinikanth expressed his happiness and even embraced him. The director expressed his joy at the positive response from the esteemed actor.
In addition to 'Thalaivar 171', Lokesh Kanagaraj unveiled his plans to work on subsequent projects, including 'Kaithi 2', 'Vikram 2', and 'Rolex'. Taking a brief hiatus from social media, he announced this decision on December 16, emphasizing his commitment to focusing on the ambitious 'Thalaivar 171'.
Rajinikanth, currently engaged in the shooting of 'Thalaivar 170' directed by TJ Gnanavel, is slated to join forces with Lokesh for 'Thalaivar 171' after completing his ongoing project. The big-budget extravaganza will be produced by Sun Pictures, and Lokesh clarified that it will be a standalone film and not a part of the Lokesh Cinematic Universe. The collaboration promises to be a cinematic spectacle, eagerly awaited by fans and industry enthusiasts alike.