# Thalaivar Has a “Gen Z Vibe”: Rajinikanth’s Dharman to Wrap Shoot by October

URL: https://technosports.co.in/thalaivar-has-a-gen-z-vibe-rajinikanths/  
Published: 2026-08-27  
Updated: 2026-08-27  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

At 74, Rajinikanth is apparently out-vibing actors half his age — at least according to his own director. Filmmaker Ashwath Marimuthu has confirmed that **Dharman**, his upcoming action entertainer with the Superstar, will wrap filming by **October 2026**. Speaking at a Galatta event, Marimuthu shared that two shooting schedules are already complete, and praised Rajinikanth’s energy on set, calling it a genuine “Gen-Z vibe.”

## What We Know So Far on Thalaivar?

| Detail | Information |
| --- | --- |
| Film | Dharman (formerly Thalaivar173) |
| Lead | Rajinikanth |
| Director | Ashwath Marimuthu |
| Shoot Wrap | October 2026 |
| Key Cast | Simran Bagga, Yogi Babu, Raashii Khanna |
| Music | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Genre | Action entertainer |

## Behind the Scenes Charm

![Thalaivar](https://technosports.co.in/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/thalaivar-2-1024x576.jpg)

Marimuthu didn’t hold back on praise, describing Rajinikanth as one of the sweetest people he’s worked with, despite having collaborated with younger stars before. He even shared a small, telling detail: the veteran actor stands up whenever the director approaches — a gesture Rajinikanth attributed simply to respect for the craft and the person directing him. It’s a reminder of the humility that’s stayed with the actor across five decades of stardom, something you can read more about in the broader history of [Indian cinema on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cinema_of_India).

Rajinikanth is set to play a stylish doctor in Dharman, joined by Simran Bagga, Yogi Babu, and Raashii Khanna, with speculation swirling that Ram Pothineni could take on the antagonist role — though this remains unconfirmed. For more South cinema updates as they break, check our [entertainment coverage on TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in/).

## What’s Next for Rajinikanth

Beyond Dharman, the actor’s slate is packed. He’ll next appear in **Jailer 2**, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, releasing October 15, 2026, with a star-studded cast including cameos from Hrithik Roshan, Mohanlal, and Vijay Sethupathi. Further down the line, a much-anticipated reunion with Kamal Haasan, tentatively titled KHxRK Reunion, is also in the pipeline. Follow our [South film updates on TechnoSports](https://technosports.co.in/) for the latest on both projects.

With two schedules already behind them and a firm October wrap date in sight, Dharman is shaping up to be one of the most closely watched releases in Rajinikanth’s already legendary career.

## FAQs

### **Q1. When will Dharman’s shoot wrap up?**

 Director Ashwath Marimuthu has confirmed the shoot will wrap by October 2026.

### **Q2. Who else stars in Dharman alongside Rajinikanth?**

  
The cast includes Simran Bagga, Yogi Babu, and Raashii Khanna in key roles.