Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi, and Mani Ratnam unite for a fresh romantic drama, with A.R. Rahman returning as composer. Filming begins July under Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions.
Dumtika Editorial
March 20, 2026 · 1 min read

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Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi are set to headline a highly anticipated romantic drama helmed by the legendary Mani Ratnam. The project, which marks a new direction for the trio after their previous gangster-thriller collaboration, has already created a stir among fans eager to see this "completely different" genre shift.
Adding to the excitement, Oscar-winning composer A.R. Rahman has officially joined the team, reuniting with Mani Ratnam after a remarkable gap of more than three decades since their iconic film Roja. The production, a joint venture between Mani Ratnam's Madras Talkies and Lyca Productions, is scheduled to begin filming in July, as confirmed by the makers on social media. Their announcement, "Delighted to welcome @sonymusicsouth as the Audio Partner for #MadrasTalkiesProduction23... An @arRahmanMusical," quickly garnered attention online, with fans expressing their anticipation for this creative reunion.
Mani Ratnam, whose recent big-screen outing Thug Life did not meet box office expectations, is looking to charm audiences once again with a fresh narrative approach. Movie lovers are particularly curious to see how the celebrated director and his long-time musical collaborator will recapture their earlier magic.
As the project heads to sets this July, expectations are soaring for this star-studded romantic drama. Fans can look forward to more updates as the team reveals further details in the coming months.