Rajinikanth's Thalaivar 173, directed by Cibi Chakaravarthi and produced by Raaj Kamal Films International, will have a Sankranthi 2027 release. Shooting begins April 27th in Chennai.
Dumtika Editorial
April 7, 2026 · 1 min read

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Superstar Rajinikanth is all set to create buzz once again with his upcoming project, Thalaivar 173, which is gearing up for a massive Sankranthi 2027 release. Fresh off wrapping Nelson’s much-anticipated Jailer 2, Rajinikanth is not slowing down, with Thalaivar 173 already in the spotlight for its scale and expectations.
Helmed by Don director Cibi Chakaravarthi, this new venture is backed by Kamal Haasan’s prestigious Raaj Kamal Films International. The excitement kicks off with a promo shoot scheduled for April 27th in Chennai, after which the regular filming will proceed at a brisk pace. According to sources, the shoot is expected to wrap up within four months, setting the stage for a grand festive release.
While the full cast and crew details remain under wraps for now, anticipation is building across social media and industry circles. The production house has promised to unveil further updates soon, keeping fans eagerly awaiting more news.
With the official release date announcement just around the corner, all eyes are on Thalaivar 173 as it races toward becoming one of the major Sankranthi attractions in 2027.