SA329
AUS330/4 (90 ov)
BAN213/3 (74 ov)
WI
MIL2
BOL1
PAR0
UDI0
VEN0
INT0
GEN
JUV
MON
NAP
UAE
OMA
ENG
SL
AFG
ZIM
Al Khaleej
Al Hazem
Frosinone
Lecce
Al Nassr
Al Kholood
FC Goa1
SCD1
IND-W133/2 (17/50 ov, target 132)
ZIM-W131
AS Roma4
Cagliari2
Torino1
Como3
KENYA
KUW
LIONS95/1 (9.2/20 ov, target 199)
EASTN198/6
SIKM184 & 87/4 (32 ov, target 212)
NAGA187 & 208
JHK131/4 (47 ov)
DELHI515/5d
ODSA194
SVCS13/0 (5 ov)
BRODA616
J & K303 & 8/1 (6 ov) (f/o)
CHD685/5d
HP340/3 (104 ov)
CGR216/8 (95 ov)
AP231
HYD380
PNJB431 & 57/0 (24 ov)
KNTKA490/9d
TPURA194 & 98/3 (38 ov)
MR-W
ST-W
MS-W
HH-W
WELL
OTAGO
MIS
TOK
JAB
KAG
PAK110
NAM316/7
IRE253 (44.5/50 ov, target 317)
NZ198/3
IND199/4 (13.2/20 ov, target 199)
BRB81 (12.1/20 ov, target 178)
VAG177/7
SGD1
S040
SCF1
WOB2
SCP0
VFB0
SSV0
BSC2
SPA1
FOR0
ALF0
TAA0
ALK0
AWFC0
Al Riyadh
Al Qadsiah
Fiorentina
Atalanta
MNC
BHA
Sassuolo2
Lazio6
Abha0
Al Faisaly1
GAM1
BUR1
If you’re a Rajinikanth fan — and honestly, who isn’t — then the buzz around Thalaivar173 just got a whole lot more interesting. Reports are swirling that Malayalam star Basil Joseph is in talks to play Rajinikanth’s son in the upcoming film directed by Cibi Chakaravarthi. And the more you think about it, the more it just makes sense.
No official confirmation yet — but in Kollywood, where news travels faster than a Superstar punchline, this one’s hard to ignore.
What We Know So Far About Thalaivar173
The project, co-produced by Kamal Haasan under his banner Raaj Kamal Films International, has had quite a journey before even going on floors. Originally planned with director Sundar C, the project pivoted to Cibi Chakaravarthi after Sundar C stepped back due to prior commitments. Rajinikanth himself has described it as a “proper entertainer” — and that alone is enough to set pulses racing.
Shooting is expected to begin in April 2026, targeting a Pongal 2027 release. Priyanka Arul Mohan — who previously worked with Cibi in Don — is also reportedly being considered for an important role.
Thalaivar173 — Key Details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Lead Actor | Rajinikanth |
| Director | Cibi Chakaravarthi |
| Producer | Kamal Haasan (RKFI) |
| Rumoured Cast | Basil Joseph, Priyanka Arul Mohan |
| Basil Joseph’s Role | Reportedly Rajinikanth’s son |
| Shoot Start | April 2026 (expected) |
| Target Release | Pongal 2027 |
| Previous Director | Sundar C (stepped back) |
Why Basil Joseph Is a Brilliant Choice
The Ponman and Minnal Murali actor has steadily built a reputation as one of Malayalam cinema’s most versatile performers. Bringing that energy into a Tamil big-budget production — and opposite the Superstar himself — would be a massive cross-industry moment. It would also signal that Thalaivar173 is gunning for a pan-India appeal from the ground up.
For the latest Rajinikanth film updates, cast announcements, and everything South Indian cinema, stay connected with TechnoSports Entertainment. You can also read more about upcoming Tamil and Malayalam blockbusters on TechnoSports.
What’s Rajinikanth Up To Otherwise?
Before Thalaivar173 rolls, the superstar has a packed lineup. Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and featuring Vidya Balan, Mithun Chakraborty, SJ Suryah, and a rumoured Shah Rukh Khan cameo (reportedly to be shot in March 2026), is expected mid-2026. He’s also set for the highly anticipated KHxRK Reunion with Kamal Haasan, also directed by Nelson.
Basil Joseph, meanwhile, will next be seen in Athiradi with Tovino Thomas and Vineeth Sreenivasan, releasing May 14, 2026.
