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Time of India
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kamal Haasan's ‘KH 237' set to begin in August: Kalyani Priyadarshan joins the stylish actioner
Mani Ratnam 's 'Thug Life' starring Kamal Haaan did not meet the expectations. The film, which was released on June 5, received mixed reviews from the audience. However, it is currently receiving a good response on OTT. In this situation, it was announced that Kamal will next act in a film titled 'KH 237', directed by the famous stunt master Anbariv duo. This announcement has created great expectations among fans. Kalyani Priyadarshan roped in 'KH 237' The latest update about 'KH 237' is that Kalyani Priyadarshan will be playing a pivotal role as per News 18. Kalyani Priyadarshan, who captivated Tamil audiences with the film 'Maanaadu', is now garnering significant attention for her upcoming collaboration with Kamal Haasan in an important film. The addition of this Malayalam actress, who has acted in Tamil films like 'Hero' and 'Maanaadu', is expected to bring a new twist to the style of 'KH 237'. Anbariv duo directs Kamal Haasan in high-octane action film Anbariv, the twin duo, carved a special place in Indian cinema for their action sequences. Having worked on high-budget films like ' Vikram ' and 'Thug Life', the film's action and fight scenes are the talk of the town as they are now directing a film entirely for Kamal Haasan. Kamal Haasan will be seen sporting a new stylish look with long hair, adding to the appeal. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Cardiologists Confirm: 60-Year-Old Sheds Fat With 4 Ingredients The Healthy Way Learn More Undo The story and production of the film have been completely started by the production house. 'KH 237' to begin shooting in August The shooting of 'KH 237' is said to begin in August. This super action film is expected to give fans an emotional and thrilling experience in the theater. Meanwhile, Shankar's 'Indian 3' is set to be another major release for Kamal Haasan. Recently, photos of Kamal Haasan, who has been elected as a member of the Tamil Nadu Rajya Sabha in his political journey, sharing his happiness with actor Rajinikanth, went viral on the internet.
Time of India
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kamal Haasan makes an important change after 'Thug Life', to team up with 'Veera Dheera Sooran' director SU Arun Kumar
Kamal Haasan , one of the legends of Tamil cinema, was forced to deliver a hit after the failure of last year's 'Indian 2'. For this, he chose 'Thug Life', directed by Mani Ratnam . Fans had high expectations for the film as it marked the reunion of Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan 37 years after the success of 'Nayagan' and also featured Silambarasan. But the film, which was released on June 5, failed to live up to expectations and faced heavy criticism. Netizens trolled the film online and it caused a major setback for Kamal Haasan's career. Kamal Haasan plans to team up with SU Arun Kumar Even before the release of 'Thug Life', Kamal Haasan had announced that his 237th film would be directed by stunt duo AnbAriv. Although the initial work for the film has begun in the United States, reports have emerged that Kamal Haasan has made some important changes to the director for his upcoming film after the failure of 'Thug Life'. According to The Hindu, director S.U. Arunkumar has now got this opportunity. SU Arun Kumar , who has directed films like 'Pannaiyarum Padminiyum', 'Sethupathi', 'Sindhubaath', 'Siddha', and 'Veera Dheera Sooran', reportedly now directing Kamal Haasan's next after 'KH 237', which will be produced under the actor's own banner. 'KH 237' will be Kamal Haasan's next 'KH 237', directed by 'AnbAriv' is expected to be completed by the end of this year. Kamal Haasan reportedly decided to immediately move on to S.U. Arun Kumar's film after wrapping it up. With this, a new chapter will begin in Kamal Haasan's film journey. Putting the failure of 'Thug Life' behind him and choosing future films with great care is expected to regain the trust of the legendary actor's fans.
Time of India
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kamal Haasan's 'Thug Life' low run at the box office; digital partner to reconsider 130 crore OTT deal
Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan's 'Thug Life,' which hit theaters on June 5, 2025, did not live up to the box office expectations. Despite the mass discussion around the reunion of Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan after 'Nayakan,' the gangster drama opened to mixed reviews, which affected its dramatic run. Now, the film has to face a fresh obstacle—Nails, which had previously acquired its digital rights, allegedly looking at the post-theatrical deal to resume. Netflix pushes for reduction. According to a report by Pinkvilla, Netflix is emphasizing a reduction of 20–25% on the earlier quoted amount for the digital premiere of 'Thug Life.' Initially, OTT rights were sold in banking to the legendary pair of ₹130 crore, Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan. However, with the fall of dramatic response, the platform is asked to reevaluate its investment. Talks are underway to release digital releases from eight weeks to only four, which indicates an attempt to promote access and returns. 'Thug Life's dark and gritty plot The film describes the dark and gritty story of Sakathivel Rangaraaya Naicker, a powerful crime boss in New Delhi, who takes an orphan boy to Amaran. As Amarran grows up in the ranks of the mafia, the tension between the two starts boiling, causing a brutal clash of strength and betrayal. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Memperdagangkan CFD Emas dengan salah satu spread terendah? IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The depiction of Silambarasan, who has grown up with the growing Amaran, is praised, even though the film's pacing and tone polarize the audience. A hyped cast and crew Apart from Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan, 'Thug Life' boasts a strong ensemble cast featuring Trisha, Aishwarya Lekshmi , Abhirami, Joju George, Ashok Selvan, Nassar, and Ali Fazal. As Netflix and the producers attempt to recalibrate their strategy, Kamal Haasan is moving on to his next big project, 'KH237,' helmed by the stunt duo AnbArivu in their directorial debut. Meanwhile, STR is expected to collaborate with Vetri Maaran soon, alongside other films already in development.
Pink Villa
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
EXCLUSIVE: Netflix to re-negotiate Rs 130 crore Thug Life OTT deal after Kamal Haasan starrer's BO failure
Thug Life starring Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR hit the big screens on June 5, 2025, but has failed to stand out at the box office. Now, the OTT giant Netflix is re-negotiating its post-theatrical streaming deal. In an exclusive report, we at Pinkvilla learned that Netflix is planning to negotiate a different deal for the movie's OTT release. The agreement is being reconsidered with a 20-25% drop from the previous quoted amount. Earlier, we had reported that the digital rights of the movie were sold to the OTT platform for a whopping Rs 130 crores. The huge number was quoted due to Haasan and Mani Ratnam reuniting after the iconic Nayakan, but it was met with negative reviews on release. Following the mixed reactions, the movie failed to attract audiences to the big screens, resulting in disappointing box office revenue. With Netflix re-negotiating the OTT deal, we'll have to wait and see where their conclusion will reach. There were also reports that the movie would be streamed after 4 weeks since theatrical release, as opposed to the earlier-mentioned eight weeks. Talking about the movie, Thug Life is a gangster actioner focusing on the story of a Rangaraaya Sakthivel, a crime boss based in New Delhi. Following a shootout, the man adopts a young boy named Amaran and raises him as his own. As his foster son grows up and becomes a formidable member of the mafia, the leadership dynamic changes. Now, with a dark animosity brewing between father and son, Sakthivel is dead set on revenge. Aside from the main cast, the movie features an ensemble cast that includes Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Abhirami, Ashok Selvan, Joju George, Nassar, Ali Fazal, and more in key roles. Moving ahead, Kamal Haasan is next set to appear in the tentatively titled KH237 with AnbArivu duo serving as the directors. On the other hand, STR is speculated to soon join hands with director Vetrimaaran for an action venture. He also has multiple films in the lineup.
Pink Villa
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Thug Life on OTT: Will Kamal Haasan and Simbu starrer break its 8-week streaming deal?
Thug Life starring Kamal Haasan and Simbu in the lead roles hit the big screens on June 5, 2025. Ahead of its release, the movie was said to have an 8-week OTT deal, but things may differ now. According to M9 News, the movie might be hitting the streaming service in 4 weeks, as per usual norms. The decision by the OTT giant Netflix is reported to be due to the Mani Ratnam directorial's failure, both commercially and critically. Ahead of its release, Haasan mentioned that the decision to have an 8-week deal for OTT was a 'pragmatic' one, but now it seems fans won't have to wait that long. However, an official confirmation is yet to be made by the makers and the streaming space. Talking about the movie, Thug Life is a gangster actioner featuring Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR in the lead roles. The film features the tale of Rangaraaya Sakthivel, an ageing mafia crime boss who adopts a young boy, Amaran, after a shootout in Delhi. Years later, the man raises his foster son as his own, making him a formidable member of the mafia. With circumstances tying his hands, Sakthivel appoints his adopted son to lead the gang, which eventually leads to an animosity between them. As the story progresses, the film develops into a battle of death with father and son going head-to-head until one perishes. Apart from the lead actors, the movie had a large ensemble cast which consisted of Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Abhirami, Ashok Selvan, Joju George, Nassar, Ali Fazal, and more in key roles. The flick, directed by Mani Ratnam, marked the director's reunion with Haasan after 3 decades. With AR Rahman crafting the musical tracks and scores, the movie was received with negative-to-mixed reviews. Moving ahead, Kamal Haasan is next set to appear in the tentatively titled KH237 with AnbArivu duo serving as the directors. On the other hand, STR is speculated to soon join hands with director Vetrimaaran for an action venture. He also has multiple films in the lineup.
