Superstar Rajinikanth, at the age of 73 still has his market intact and is giving the younger superstars a run for their money by actively making films. His 170th film ‘Vettaiyan’ is being produced by Lyca Productions with T.J. Gnanavel as director and costars Amitabh Bachchan, Rana Daggubatti, Fahadh Faasil and Manju Warrier among others.
It is already confirmed that ‘Thalaivar 171’ will be directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj for Sun Pictures and the project will go on floors in April this year. Now out of the blue came the official announcement from famous Bollywood producer Sajid Nadiadwala that he is teaming up with the stalwart. Sharing a photo on social media he wrote “It’s a true honour to collaborate with the legendary @rajinikanth. Sir! Anticipation mounts as we prepare to embark on this unforgettable journey together! (sic).”
Kollywood is abuzz that Nadiadwala is producing ‘Thalaivar 172’ and it will be in Hindi language with a pan-Indian appeal. Whether its going to be a Tamil or Hindi director helming this project and other cast and crew details are kept under wrap by Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment. The production house is currently bankrolling ‘Housefull 5’ and ‘Chandu Champion’.