If you’ve been following the rollercoaster drama around Thalaivar173, Rajinikanth’s much-anticipated next film, you’d know it’s been anything but a smooth ride. From one director stepping out to another being considered, the project has kept fans on edge for a while. But here’s some good news — things are finally beginning to fall into place.
According to the latest reports, Cibi Chakaravarthi is still very much in the picture to helm this big-ticket entertainer, and pre-production is already underway. With the superstar himself known for his incredible eye for scripts and storytelling — a legacy well-captured on his Wikipedia page — fans have every reason to be excited about what’s coming. Here’s everything we know so far about Thalaivar173.
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What’s the Latest on Thalaivar173?
According to reports, director Cibi Chakaravarthi’s talks with Telugu producers have gone well, and the makers have reportedly agreed to have him helm the Rajinikanth starrer. The filmmaker is also said to be planning a direct Telugu project with Nani in the future.
Cibi is yet to give the final narration of Thalaivar173 to Rajinikanth, incorporating the superstar’s suggestions. With pre-production already underway, shooting is expected to begin after the final narration — though no official announcement has been made yet.
It’s been a bumpy road to get here. Earlier, there were speculations that if Cibi Chakaravarthi exited, Dragon director Ashwath Marimuthu might take over. Before that, director Sundar C had stepped away due to prior commitments, after which Cibi was brought in as his replacement.
Thalaivar173 — Key Details at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Film Title | Thalaivar173 (working title) |
| Star | Rajinikanth |
| Director | Cibi Chakaravarthi (expected) |
| Producer | Kamal Haasan (Raaj Kamal Films International) |
| Genre | Action Entertainer |
| Status | Pre-production underway |
| Previous Director | Sundar C (exited due to commitments) |
| Shoot Start | Post final narration (unconfirmed) |
The upcoming movie is expected to be an action entertainer, co-produced by Kamal Haasan under the banner of Raaj Kamal Films International (RKFI).
What About Rajinikanth’s Other Projects?
Rajinikanth will next be seen in Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, continuing the story of Tiger Muthuvel Pandian. The film features Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, Vidya Balan, SJ Suryah, Mithun Chakraborty, and others. The makers recently confirmed that Jailer 2 has wrapped production and is expected to release in mid-2026.
Looking further ahead, the superstar is also set to collaborate with Kamal Haasan on a project tentatively titled KHxRK Reunion.
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FAQs
Q: Who is directing Thalaivar173 and has shooting started yet?
Cibi Chakaravarthi is expected to direct Thalaivar173, with shooting set to begin after the final script narration to Rajinikanth — no official date confirmed yet.
Q: Who is producing Thalaivar173 and what genre is it?
The film is produced by Kamal Haasan under Raaj Kamal Films International and is expected to be a high-octane action entertainer.
