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India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Dhanush confirms Vada Chennai 2 filming to begin next year
Dhanush, who has consistently delivered at least two releases a year while balancing multiple projects as both an actor and director, has now confirmed the long-awaited sequel to his 2018 gangster drama 'Vada Chennai'. Putting an end to persistent rumours about the project being shelved, the actor officially announced that 'Vada Chennai 2', directed by Vetrimaaran, will go on floors next the audio launch of his upcoming film 'Kubera', Dhanush addressed the fan demand for a sequel and said, "You have been asking for this since 2018, right? Next year." The short clip of his statement has gone viral on social media, with fans erupting in joy. The video captures loud cheers from the audience, underlining the massive anticipation surrounding the Vetrimaaran had also earlier confirmed that production of 'Vada Chennai 2' will begin after he wraps up Suriya's 'Vaadivaasal'. The first part, 'Vada Chennai', is a gritty gangster drama that centres on Anbu, a young carrom board player who inadvertently gets drawn into the criminal underworld and politics of North Chennai. The film ends on a cliffhanger, opening up multiple narrative threads for the sequel. It stars Andrea Jeremiah, Aishwarya Rajesh, Kishore, Daniel Balaji, Samuthirakani, and both Dhanush and Vetrimaaran confirming the project, the actor's busy lineup raises questions about the exact production timeline. Dhanush is awaiting the release of 'Idly Kadai', directed by himself, and 'Tere Ishq Mein' with Anand L these, the actor also announced 'D56' with Mari Selvaraj, an Ilaiyaraaja biopic directed by Arun Matheswaran, and a Hindi-language biopic on Abdul Kalam directed by Om the trailer for Kubera: Meanwhile, 'Kubera', directed by 'Fidaa' filmmaker Sekhar Kammula and starring Dhanush alongside Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Jim Sarbh, is set to release on June Watch
Pink Villa
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Did Dhanush just take a dig at Nayanthara? Says 'You can spread as many rumors as you want…'
Dhanush is all set to hit the big screens with his upcoming movie Kuberaa, slated to release on June 20, 2025. Recently, the actor appeared in his simplistic style for the film's audio launch and seemingly took a dig at Nayanthara. In his speech, the actor said, 'You can spread as many rumours as you want about me, spread any negative news about me. Each time a movie of mine releases, there's a negative campaign against me one and a half months before that. But you won't be able to do anything as my fans are my strong pillars of support.' He highlighted that his fans have been with him for 23 years, and they are 'his friends'. The Vaathi star highlighted that it would be foolish to even think that spreading false rumors could destroy him. He continued, 'No matter who you are, life turns out based on how you think. What should come to you will come to you and no one can take that away from you. Be happy. Happiness is a choice, and it's inside you.' Dhanush underlined that there was a time in his life when he struggled to get even one meal a day, and now, he is in a good state. The Gray Man fame revealed how he has never looked for happiness outside, and the only thing that matters to him in life is being happy and peaceful. For those who are unaware, Dhanush and Nayanthara hit the headlines after the former issued a legal notice against her. The notice was issued in accordance with her documentary, including the visuals from Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, which was bankrolled by the Captain Miller actor. However, the legal notice became quite a controversy when Nayanthara herself penned an official statement against the actor, slamming him and making it a public feud. Dhanush's upcoming film Kuberaa is a social thriller, directed by Sekhar Kammula. The film features Nagarjuna Akkineni as the co-lead with Rashmika Mandanna and Jim Sarbh in supporting roles. Furthermore, the actor recently announced that his much-awaited sequel venture, Vada Chennai 2, would begin next year.
Hindustan Times
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
'If you think you can destroy me, you are foolish': Kuberaa star Dhanush warns detractors
Dhanush's upcoming film Kuberaa is set to release on June 20th and a grand audio launch took place in Chennai over the weekend. Speaking at the event, Dhanush seemed to give a reply to all those who had been trolling him and talking negatively about him. Dressed in a white dhoti and short and sporting a disarming smile, the National Award-winner didn't mince words when he got up on stage to address the audience. 'You can spread as many rumours as you want about me; spread any negative news about me. Each time a movie of mine releases, there's a negative campaign against me one-and-a-half months before that. But you won't be able to do anything as my fans are my strong pillars of support. My fans have been with me for 23 years – they are my friends. If you think you can spread false rumours about me and try to destroy me, there's no bigger foolishness than that. You can't even move a brick,' he emphasised to his fans who replied with loud applause and whistles. The Karnan star went to say, 'No matter who you are, life turns out based on how you think. What should come to you will come to you and no one can take that away from you. Be happy. Happiness is a choice and it's inside you. There has been a time when I struggled to get one meal a day and today, I am in a good place. But I am happy in whichever state I am because I've never looked for happiness outside. I've looked for happiness inside me. There's nothing more important than peace and happiness in life. In spite of so many years and my ups and downs, you have all been with me throughout my journey and I feel blessed and grateful.' Dhanush's speech at the event went viral as many netizens felt he was throwing shade at Nayanthara who had put a post on her social media attacking the actor. The Tamil star, who has stopped giving media interviews, has been vocal at various events addressing issues that are linked to him. Coming to Kuberaa, it is said to be made on a budget of ₹120 crore and is directed byTelugu director Sekhar Kammula. The movie also features Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, and Sayaji Shinde, and has music by Devi Sri Prasad. Dhanush also did a little jig at the audio launch to the delight of his fans. The Vada Chennai star surprised fans by giving them an update about the film. He said his movie – Vada Chennai 2 - with Vetri Maaran will go on floors in 2026. His ex-wife Aishwarya Rajinikanth was also present at the audio launch with their kids, as was his sister and nephew, Pavish, whom Dhanush launched in his film, Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam, this year.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Dhanush's befitting reply to haters; turning emotional; special guests: Everything about the actor's speech at the 'Kuberaa' audio launch
Dhanush 's upcoming film 'Kuberaa' is all set to hit theaters on June 20, and ahead of its release, the film's audio launch event took place in Chennai. A video clip of Dhanush's powerful speech at the event has now gone viral across social media platforms. Dhanush, known for his straightforward and grounded personality, turned emotional and gave a hard-hitting message to those who spread negativity and rumors about him. The actor, dressed in his signature veshti and shirt, addressed the gathering with heartfelt words that resonated with many of his fans and peers alike. On facing negativity and rising above it Speaking to the audience, Dhanush said that everyone goes through struggles in life and that success and peace depend on one's mindset. He urged people not to spread false rumors about others. 'Say whatever you want about me—spread as many rumors as you like. But remember, the people here are not just my fans; they are my friends,' he said. He also warned that it would be foolish to think a few rumors could bring him down, emphasizing that his journey has made him resilient. 'There was a time when I didn't even have money for a meal. Today, I am in a good place. But no matter what situation I am in, I will remain happy and peaceful,' he added. Dhanush emphasizes true happiness. Dhanush went on to stress the importance of inner peace and self-worth. He said that happiness doesn't come from external sources but must come from within. 'No matter who you are, life turns out based on how you think. What belongs to you cannot be taken away by anyone else. Your peace and happiness are within you—don't go looking for them outside,' he concluded. His speech struck a chord with many, especially fans who have followed his journey through highs and lows. All eyes on 'Kuberaa' grand release. Directed by Sekhar Kammula , 'Kuberaa' features Dhanush alongside prominent actors like Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna , and Sayaji Shinde . The film, a social thriller with music composed by Devi Sri Prasad , has been made on a budget of approximately ₹120 crore. The trailer of the film has already created a buzz, and the audio launch has added further excitement among fans. Special guests and big announcements Another major highlight of the event was the presence of Aishwarya Rajinikanth, the ex-wife of Dhanush, who made a special appearance in support of the 'Kuberaa' actor. This follows their recent public appearance together at their son Yatra's school certificate ceremony. To wrap up the event on a high note, Dhanush also announced that 'Vada Chennai 2,' the sequel to his critically acclaimed film, will go on floors in 2026. With this announcement and the buzz around Kubera, fans are eagerly waiting to see what Dhanush delivers next on screen. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
The Hindu
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Every film is political: Vetrimaaran The Hindu Huddle 2025
At The Hindu's The Huddle 2025, acclaimed filmmaker Vetrimaaran opens up about the politics of storytelling, his approach to cinema, and why even the most subtle films carry a message. In this candid conversation, he talks about his upcoming projects Viduthalai 2 and Vaadivaasal, the delay in Vada Chennai 2, and why he believes art has the power to shape political consciousness—sometimes more effectively than overt protest. Watch the full session for insight into the mind behind Asuran, Visaranai, and more.
