Mani Ratnam's next is a Chennai based cop drama. Dhruv Vikram and Rukmini Vasanth to play leads. An AR Rahman musical. Shoot begins this September and expected to release early 2026.
It appears that your information is largely accurate based on recent reports. The legendary director Mani Ratnam is set to helm a new project, a departure from his recent large-scale productions. Here's a breakdown of what we know.
The Film:
Recent reports indicate that Mani Ratnam's next venture after the star-studded "Thug Life" will be a more intimate, Chennai-based film. The storyline is described as a simple love drama centered around a police officer and a city girl. This project is planned as a Tamil-language film, with potential for later dubbing in Telugu and Hindi. It is also being touted as one of Mani Ratnam's most modestly budgeted films in his career.
The Cast and Crew:
Lead Actors: Dhruv Vikram, son of veteran actor Chiyaan Vikram, is confirmed to play the male lead. He has reportedly already done a look test for the role. Paired opposite him as the female lead will be Rukmini Vasanth, who has been gaining popularity in the Kannada film industry.[4]
Music Director: The film will feature music by the iconic A.R. Rahman, continuing his long and successful collaboration with Mani Ratnam. Their partnership has produced some of Indian cinema's most memorable soundtracks.
Cinematographer: Acclaimed cinematographer Ravi K. Chandran will be handling the camera work for the film.
Production and Release:
The shooting for this film is expected to commence in September 2025. However, some sources suggest a possible start in the first week of November, following the release of Dhruv Vikram's other film, "Bison". The filming schedule is anticipated to be swift, wrapping up within 60 days, by February 2026. An early 2026 release for the movie is being targeted.
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