# Why Rajinikanth Scrapped His Secret Blockbuster

URL: https://technosports.co.in/why-rajinikanth-scrapped-his-secret-blockbuster/  
Published: 2026-07-02  
Updated: 2026-07-02  
Author: Reetam Bodhak

The cinematic multiverse almost shifted! Director Ashwath Marimuthu revealed he nearly helmed *Thalaivar173*. Rajinikanth was so captivated by the pitch that he skipped lunch to hear more. Despite the hype, scheduling conflicts stalled the project. Rajinikanth insists the film must happen, praising the script’s intensity. With Cibi Chakaravarthi now leading the charge, the Superstar’s future remains high-octane and unpredictable.