 was recently seen celebrating his Padma Bhushan win and the Best Actor award at the Kerala State Film Awards on the sets of his new film 

. It is also being produced by his banner, Mammootty Kampany. In these pictures that were released online, you can see the star cutting a cake on the sets of the period movie. Its director, Adoor Gopalakrishnan, can be seen in the picture too, apart from the cast and crew of the film.  "

Cherishing happy moments from the sets of 

 achieving the prestigious Padma Bhushan," the caption read.

It is after 32 years that Mammootty and Adoor Gopalakrishnan are collaborating on a new film. Mammootty has collaborated with Adoor on three landmark films:

 (1994). The films are regarded as classics in non-mainstream Indian cinema, with 

 screening at the Venice Film Festival and 

 winning the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Malayalam and the Best Actor Award for Mammootty. 

The title and primary cast of the film were officially announced on January 23, 2026, at a traditional puja ceremony. Grace Antony replaced Nayanthara in the film as the female lead. The principal cast also includes Indrans, Sreeshma Chandran, and Zeenath AP. 

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has prompted its makers to confirm that a third instalment in the long-running war franchise. Producers Bhushan Kumar and JP Dutta Films have announced plans for 

, continuing their collaboration after the latest film’s robust theatrical response.

 opened to strong box-office numbers following its Republic Day weekend release. Headlined by Sunny Deol, the film has been buoyed by sustained footfalls and positive audience reception, placing it ahead of other recent holiday releases.

 has been greenlit, the producers have been careful to temper expectations around its timeline. Speaking to 

, Bhushan Kumar said that he and director Anurag Singh are currently focused on another joint venture, which predates 

. That project will take precedence before attention turns fully to the third film in the franchise.

“It is such a big franchise,” Kumar said. “If you bring something back after almost 30 years and it receives so much love, it is only natural to want to take it forward. 

When it does move ahead, the film will once again be produced by T-Series in association with JP Dutta Films, headed by Nidhi Dutta. The partnership aims to build on the emotional legacy of the original 

, released in 1997, while updating its storytelling for a new generation of viewers. The franchise has long positioned itself as a tribute to the Indian Armed Forces.

 functions as a spiritual successor to JP Dutta’s earlier film rather than a direct continuation. Alongside Deol, the ensemble cast includes Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty.

The film’s box office performance, which is expected to cross the 

200 crore mark in India, shows the commercial viability of war narratives in Hindi cinema, particularly when released around national holidays.

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Sudhakar Mikkilineni reportedly had a response at a recent event. "We will begin shooting for it in May this year. We plan to release it next year, in 2027. The film will surely be another blockbuster hit," he was quoted as saying by 

The film opened to mixed reviews in 2024, but went on to make a splash at the box office. The film, directed by Koratala Siva and co-starring Saif Ali Khan, Prakash Raj, Janhvi Kapoor, Srikanth, Shine Tom Chacko, Narain, Murali Sharma, and Abhimanyu Singh, had music by Anirudh Ravichander. 

's review of the film reads, "At its most jealous, 

 on the high seas’. A similar generational father-son tale unfolds in an aquatic setting...The film strives to be its own person by slipping in philosophies and subplots about fear, communism and divinity. There is some social commentary: 

, unlike his British-battling ancestors, has to fight internal enemies (and demons) rather than external ones. It’s a mild reflection of a country that’s struggling to find an identity with nobody left to resist. But you can tell that the film doesn’t have much to add beyond that."

The latest chapter in the YRF Spy Universe was released on August 14, clashing with 

. NTR will also next be seen in Prashanth Neel's film. 

, recently announced that the film has begun its next schedule.

confirmed the title of Prashanth Neel’s next film. In an interview, promoting 

 the Malayalam actor reportedly noted that the film will be titled 

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Following his much-appreciated cameo as an army officer in 

 is set to make his Tamil debut in a full-length role with the upcoming film 

. The announcement poster for the film features Basil alongside LK Akshay Kumar, who was last seen in the recently released and 

 marks Seven Screen Studios’ 13th production.

The poster features five characters in total, with Basil and Akshay positioned in the foreground. The two appear to have broken into a room, as three other characters wait behind them, holding props such as a book and a cricket bat. Basil’s character is seen carrying a bag, while both he and Akshay look intently towards the viewer.

Apart from starring in the film, Akshay is also serving as a co-producer on the project, which is being produced by S S Lalit Kumar under the Seven Screen Studio banner. K Arun and Manikandan are serving as executive producers.

The cast includes John Vijay, Sathyan, Jaffer Sadiq, Noble K James, Arunachaleswaran P A, Shariq Hassan, and Aishwarya Sharma. Jen Martin (

) is on board as the film’s music composer. The technical crew includes cinematographer Leon Britto, editor Barath Vikraman, and art director P S Hariharan.

Meanwhile, Basil’s next release is expected to be 

, co-starring Tovino Thomas and Vineeth Sreenivasan

. The film is being directed by Arun Anirudhan, who has previously written Basil’s directorial ventures, including 

 about his acting career, Basil had said, “They (directors) feel they can get more out of me after that. The first take is not enough, and the directors push me harder to deliver something new and different each time. So when they write, they feel I can pull off a hero’s journey, like I did in 

. I can do a negative shade too, with darker layers. I can explore more now than I could earlier. But maybe the frustration I feel today has come from the exhaustion of having acted in too many movies in too short a span. I want to get back to directing as soon as I can. If it takes any longer, I’ll forget to introduce myself as a filmmaker.”

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 was recently released. In the poster, George is seen looking warily outside as he's travelling in a public bus with a goat on his lap. "

 , This team vl make wonders in 2026 , So happy ,being a part of 

 marks the directorial debut of editor Manu Antony, who has previously worked on films such as 

. The upcoming film, which co-stars Lijomol Jose, is written by Manu and Geetartha AR, with additional screenplay by Saneth Radhakrishnan. Aashiq Abu serves as the cinematographer, while music is composed by Gopikrishnan P N of Drumyuga, who also goes by his indie moniker 6091.

Joju George will next be seen in Jeethu Joseph's upcoming directorial, starring 

, the Malayalam film will be released later this week. 

August Cinema, Bedtime Stories, and Cineholix jointly produce the film, which co-stars Lena, Irshad Ali, Gokul, and Shaju Sreedhar. Its technical team includes cinematographer Satheesh Kurup, editor Vinayak VS and music director Vishnu Shyam.

, will next be working on the third instalment of the film, which was confirmed in an announcement in February. The first part of 

, which was released in 2013, chronicled the struggle of Georgekutty and his family, who come under suspicion when the son of an Inspector-General of police goes missing.

Lijomol Jose, on the other hand, was last seen in 

 earlier this month. The actress was also seen in 

, a Tamil female-led emotional thriller released in 2025.

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, the Manipuri-language debut feature directed by Lakshmipriya Devi and produced by 

 and Ritesh Sidhwani under the Excel Entertainment banner, has been nominated for the 2026 

The British Academy of Film and Television Arts announced the nominations on January 27, placing 

 alongside international heavyweights such as 

. For a film made far from India’s mainstream production centres and spoken in a language seldom heard on global platforms, the recognition carries particular weight.

Reacting to the nomination, producer Ritesh Sidhwani underlined the emotional sincerity at the heart of the project. Speaking to 

, he said the film was made “with a lot of heart” and described the BAFTA nod as a meaningful acknowledgement of Lakshmipriya Devi’s “sensitive, authentic storytelling”. He echoed the sentiment on social media, emphasising how rarely stories from the region find space on international stages.

 tells the story of a young boy growing up in the valley of Manipur who sets out on a simple mission. Determined to surprise his mother, he becomes convinced that the greatest gift he can give her is the return of his absent father. What follows is a gentle journey of innocence and longing, one that ultimately leads not to the past he seeks, but to a fragile sense of renewal. The film stars Gugun Kipgen and Bala Hijam in lead roles.

The film was released in India in September 2024 and has since enjoyed a steady festival life. It premiered internationally at the Toronto International Film Festival, was named the Spotlight Film at the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, and drew attention for its unadorned portrayal of childhood.

Lakshmipriya Devi’s path to her debut feature has been long and largely behind the scenes. She previously worked as a first assistant director on Excel Entertainment projects such as 

The BAFTA Film Awards ceremony will be held on February 22 at London’s Royal Festival Hall, hosted by Alan Cumming.

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In an announcement that has shocked and disheartened millions of fans, 

 — the preeminent vocalist of his generation who delivered many of the most memorable Hindi film songs in recent years — has announced his departure from playback singing, saying he will no longer take on new assignments as a film vocalist. 

The announcement, made through a personal New Year message, marks the end of a defining era in Hindi film music, while making clear that Singh is not stepping away from music altogether.

Addressing fans in a series of tweets, Singh expressed his gratitude for the support he has received over the years. “Hello, Happy new year to all. I want to thank you all for giving me so much of love all these years as listeners,” he said, before confirming the decision: “I am happy to announce that l am not gonna be taking any new assignments as a playback vocalist from now on. I am calling it off. It was a wonderful journey.”

Singh stressed that the move was not impulsive but something that he’d been contemplating for a while. “There is not one reason behind this, there are several reasons plus I have been trying to do this since a long time. Finally I have gathered the right courage,” he explained. 

Among those reasons, he cited creative boredom and restlessness as his primary drivers. “I get bored pretty quick, that's why I keep changing arrangements of the same songs and perform them on stage. So here is the thing, I got bored. I need to do some other music to live.”

Singh clarified that retirement from playback singing does not mean an end to his musical output. “Just to be clear that I wont stop making music,” he said, signalling a shift rather than a withdrawal. He also confirmed that he will honour existing professional obligations. “I still have to finish some pending commitments will finish them. So you might get some releases this year.”

In a remarkable career spanning nearly two decades, Singh’s voice became synonymous with modern longing, and he went on to dominate soundtracks across languages and genres. According to online data, he has recorded 715 songs across Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu and other languages. He also built a significant touring career with sold-out live shows in India and abroad, and collaborated with international artists like Ed Sheeran and Martin Garrix. 

In January this year, Singh had tracks in the 

, and has lent his vocals to the soulful 

Vishal Bhardwaj’s upcoming romantic actioner, 

Arijit Singh Announces Retirement From Playback Singing, Signals New Creative Phase: 'I Need To Do Some Other Music To Live'

 unveiled the title and a striking first look for his highly anticipated film, 

The poster shows him leading a celebratory procession, with Teja dressed as an Ayyappa devotee, holding his daughter in one arm, and carrying the sacred Irumudi over his head with the other. The girl is also seen laughing and holding a mic in front of Teja, as priests shower them with flowers. The word ‘Irumudi’ signifies the 

 kit carried by devotees undertaking the holy pilgrimage to the Sabarimala Temple. Traditionally, only devotees who observe a fast for 41 days are permitted to carry it over their heads. The reveal hints at a father-daughter relationship at the heart of the story, and heralds a new era for Teja.

 the film has already generated a strong buzz and is being hailed as a massive comeback for Teja. The film is said to be a departure from his previous work, with the actor portraying a fresh, emotionally focused role. Helmed by Shiva Nirvana and the King of Action Comedies himself, 

 promises a culturally resonant family drama.

The actor expressed his excitement in an announcement on social media: “Some stories choose you at the right moment in life. Feeling blessed to be part of one such story again, letting belief lead the way. Excited to begin this new journey called #Irumudi with @ShivaNirvana621 & @MythriOfficial.”

Composer G.V. Prakash Kumar also took to social media, praising the script as a "sure-shot film" and a game changer in commercial cinema.

 banner, and is being directed by Shiva Nirvana, marking his first collaboration with Teja. The film will also star Priya Bhavani Shankar opposite Teja, and Baby Nakshathra as his daughter. The cast will also feature actors Sai Kumar, Ajay Ghosh, Ramesh Indira, and Swasika in key roles.

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At the celebration event following the success of his 

 vehemently denied “casting couch” allegations in the Telugu film industry.

“This is a great industry,” he said. “If some people could not make it, or some say that there are negative people, or someone says that they had faced bitter experiences, I believe it is because of your fault.”

Chiranjeevi went on to laud his own daughter, Sushmita Konidela, and the daughters of popular 

 producers, adding that there have been many women like them who have established successful careers in the industry without facing any untoward behaviour.

The actor went on to say, “If you are strict and serious, no one would take advantage of you. There won’t be any casting couch. It depends on your behaviour. Because of your insecurity, you might think, ‘oh, maybe this is how we should behave’. You behave professionally, and the opposite person responds in the same way. This industry is like a mirror. Whatever you show, it projects back."

Since 2018, actors such as Sri Reddy have been outspoken about the solicitation of sexual favours in exchange for opportunities. Chiranjeevi’s comments have come amid a rising tide of women speaking up against harassment in the Telugu film industry, and have led to significant backlash online. 

Singer Chinmayi Sripada fired back, writing that the casting couch phenomenon is “rampant”, and that women often lose out on roles if they refuse to concede to such demands. 

“Men remain in positions where they believe they are entitled to, and WILL demand and expect sexual favours from women,” she wrote on X, citing anonymous examples of industry insiders who have been known to harass female talent.

She went on to address Chiranjeevi’s comments directly, explaining that he is accustomed to working in a different era, where the industry treated one another like family.

“Legendary Chiranjeevi garu comes from a generation where they all were friends or even family friends with their female co-artistes, mutually respected each other, worked with legends, and they are all legends themselves,” she added.

Denouncing his comments ‘blaming’ women for their ‘bitter experiences’, the singer ended her response by saying: “Men believing they are OWED sex in return for giving work are the problem.”

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on Tuesday announced that the comedy film has zeroed in on a release date: June 26, this year. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the 

-led comedy franchise went on floors in December 2023.

The official announcement was dropped with a picture of the entire team of the film on set. The film also stars Suniel Shetty, Jackie Shroff, Raveena Tandon, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi and Paresh Rawal, among others.

It was also stated that the comedy feature will have "high-octane action", along with a massive ensemble cast of over 30 actors. The release date announcement comes a year after it was reported that the makers of the film halted its production due to financial troubles.

There were reports back then that some actors were contemplating quitting when the shoot was cancelled for the third time, disrupting the shooting timeline for such a large ensemble. The schedule was back on track later.

, directed by Anees Bazmee, was a major box-office hit in 

The film starred Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Anil Kapoor, Paresh Rawal and Nana Patekar.

Bazmee returned to direct the sequel in 2015, which starred John Abraham, Shruti Haasan, along with Kapoor and Patekar. The third instalment in the comedy series isn't related to the previous two films, but is part of the larger 

is presented by AA Nadiadwala and Star Studio18, in association with Cape of Good Films and Seeta Films.

The film also stars Rajpal Yadav, Johnny lever, Aftab Shivdasani, Lara Dutta, Shreyas Talpade, Tusshar Kapoor, Daler Mehndi, Farida Jalal, Krishna Abhishek, Kiku Sharda, Kiran Kumar, Mukesh Tiwari, Yashpal Sharma, Vindu Dara Singh, Nawab Shah, Urvashi Rautela, Puneet Issar, Arjun Firoz Khan, Late Pankaj Dheer, Sudesh Berry, Hemant Pandey, Zakir Hussain, Sayaji Shinde among others.

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, which will be released later this week, he opened up about confusion related to the Hindi and Malayalam versions of his superhit franchise finisher, 

When asked about the release dates, Jeethu Joseph told Reporter TV, “There is no confusion any longer. We have decided to release 

 in Malayalam on April 2, and the Hindi version will now release on October 2.”

He spoke about earlier discussions related to changes in both versions

 and he added that the producers of the Hindi version had asked if they could alter the script of the third film to suit the changes they had already made in the earlier two films. Jeethu said he had agreed to this, given how they were at liberty to make these changes anyway, if the remake rights were sold in the first place.

He also added that the makers of the Hindi version, Panorama Pictures, had now bought even the Malayalam version outright. He said, “Instead of just the remake rights, they decided to buy the entire Malayalam film outright. When they contacted us, they began by speaking to Antony Perumbavoor (of Aashirwad Cinemas). He spoke to them and told me that Panorama had come forward to buy the films for a price that was truly shocking for Antony.” Reports suggest the amount the film was purchased for stood among the highest in the industry.

The film completed its shoot on December 2 in Kerala. Producer of 

, M Ranjith, spoke at an event and said that the close in figures for the pre-sales of 

wrapped filming last month and is now in post-production.

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. The film was delayed from its original release date of January 9, 2026 and, going by current developments, is unlikely to be released this month.

On Tuesday (January 27), the Madras High Court set aside a single judge’s order directing the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) to grant a U/A certificate to 

. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava and Justice G. Arul Murugan remitted the matter to the single judge for fresh consideration, holding that 'principles of natural justice' had not been followed,

On January 9, a single-judge bench of the Madras High Court ruled in favour of the producers and directed the CBFC to certify the film. However, the order was stayed the same day by the division bench following an urgent mention, with the court also criticising the producers for creating undue urgency. The division bench reserved orders on January 20 after hearing detailed arguments from both sides.

In its latest hearing, the division bench ruled that the single judge ought to have allowed the CBFC to respond before passing orders. It directed the court to hear the matter afresh, after allowing the Board to file its response. The court also allowed the film's producer, KVN Productions, to amend its writ petition, specifically to challenge the CBFC Chairperson’s decision to send the film to the revising committee.

, positioned as Vijay’s final film before entering politics full-time, became embroiled in a legal battle after the CBFC delayed issuing its certification. KVN Productions approached the Madras High Court claiming that the Board had indicated the film would receive a U/A certificate subject to certain modifications, which were duly carried out. Yet, the certificate was not issued in time as the film was referred to the revising committee. 

The CBFC informed the court that the decision to refer the film to a revising committee was taken after a complaint from a single member of the examining committee, alleging that objections had been ignored and that certain scenes could hurt religious sentiments and misrepresent the armed forces.

The makers had earlier moved the Supreme Court for urgent intervention in the matter. The apex court, however, asked the 

makers to go to the Madras High Court after refusing a fast-tracked hearing.

 in Hindi) is one of the most anticipated films of the year, considering it marks Vijay's final screen appearance. The film, a charged, big-canvas political thriller, also features Bobby Deol, Pooja Hegde, Mamitha Baiju and Priyamani.

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Mohanlal's 367th film has now been announced. Titled L367

 for now, the poster shows a top-angle shot of a car travelling on the wrong side of the road as a big traffic block prevents any car from moving on the opposite side. The film is being directed by Vishnu Mohan, who had directed 

. On Republic Day, the actor took to X to post a poster of the new film, along with a note which reads, “With immense joy, I announce my next project, #L367. I am truly delighted to collaborate with director Vishnu Mohan on this exciting venture, produced by Shri Gokulam Gopalan under the banner of Sree Gokulam Movies. Looking forward to this new chapter and seeking all your love, blessings, and good wishes as we begin this beautiful journey together.” (SIC)

On the same day, the actor had also shared a release date announcement poster of 

 was also just announced. The film, in which he is said to be playing a cop after a long gap, is being produced by Ashiq Usman. His look for the film, which features the actor without a beard after a long gap, had already gone viral when he posted a picture. 

It was after several deliberations and changes that it was clarified that Tharun Moorthy, who directed last year’s 

, would helm L366. It was originally meant to be directed by first-time director Austin Das Thomas. The initial poster even featured a police officer's uniform hanging on one side. The film’s director, Tharun Moorthy, posted a photo of X of the film’s script book confirming the film. A photo of the film’s team at the Vaikom Temple was also released. The film is expected to go on the floors soon, with reports of Binu Pappu too joining the film as a co-director. 

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has stormed the Indian box-office, delivering a massive day four performance on Republic Day. The film, headlined by Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty, has been on a historic run, recording one of the best extended weekends of all time.

, the film netted ₹59 crore on Monday, Republic Day. This was the second consecutive day for 

where the collections crossed the ₹50 crore mark. In Hindi cinema, Shah Rukh Khan's 

holds the record for the highest Republic Day collection at ₹70 crore all-India nett and ₹68 crore in Hindi.

opened on Friday at ₹30 crore, which was a good figure but well below the day one collection of Deol's 

, which had netted over ₹38 crore in 2023. The film then recorded ₹36 crore on day two, and then jumped significantly on Sunday when it clocked over ₹54 crore, according to

The film's all-India total, according to trade, now stands at ₹180 crore. 

 will now cross the ₹200 crore benchmark and then cruise to the second weekend. The film's worldwide collections stand at over ₹247 crore. 

will look to break into the ₹500 crore club by the end of its run, but that will depend on how the film holds on weekdays now, after the huge extended weekend. If it does manage to go past ₹500 crore, it would be the second Deol film to do so after 

, which had netted nearly ₹524 crore in India.

The film is inspired by the true events of the 1971 India-Pakistan War. It is a sequel to the 1997 war epic 

, which was directed by JP Dutta. Set during the India–Pakistan war of 1971, the film was based on the events of the Battle of Longewala. 

also stars Mona Singh, Medha Rana, Sonam Bajwa and Anyaa Singh.

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 and Jyotika will take the lead in a new action thriller produced by Ritesh Sidhwani, Farhan Akhtar and filmmaker A.R. Murugadoss. The yet-to-be-titled project will be directed by Balaji Ganesh and is scheduled to go on floors in February, 2026.

This marks the first time Deol and Jyotika are sharing screen space in the film, and also the first collaboration between the trio of Sidhwani, Akhtar and Murugadoss. The film, currently in pre-production, is being positioned as a high-profile action thriller with pan-Indian appeal. Some reports claim that the film is tentatively titled Antony. However, the makers are yet to disclose the title officially. 

Sunny Deol is presently stirring up theatres with 

, a war drama directed by Anurag Singh and co-starring Varun Dhawan, Diljit Dosanjh and Ahan Shetty. The film serves as a standalone sequel to the 1997 hit 

. The film has grossed over ₹250 crore worldwide in its opening weekend. 

called it 'predictably loud and aggressive', observing, "Some movies use storytelling in service of an ideology, but there are some — like 

— that perhaps employ ideology in service of storytelling. Which is to say that it has no actual stance; it’s prepared to do anything to make a scene look dramatic and cool, even if it’s crossing over to the other side for a second."  

Sunny Deol has multiple other projects in various stages of development, including 

. Jyotika, a leading figure in Indian cinema, was most recently seen in the Netflix crime drama series 

, about a gang of women running an illicit drug network under the guise of a lunchbox business. The series premiered on Netflix in February, 2025. 

Meanwhile, director Balaji Ganesh is stepping into the spotlight after previously assisting A.R. Murugadoss on the Hindi action film 

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 has finally clarified the reasons for the delay of his film 

, a sequel to his hit 2019 film starring Karthi. Lokesh was supposed to direct the sequel right after 

. Opening up about the delay, speaking at a press conference in Chennai, the Tamil filmmaker said that work on 

. He said that the film was first pushed when he took time off to work on a script that was meant to star both 

. It was during this preparation period that the makers of 

 and Karthi decided to give the dates that were allotted to 

He also spoke at length about why his much-publicised film starring Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan did not materialise. He said he had taken close to 50 days to work on an action script for both of them, which would be produced by Raaj Kamal Films. It would also have been their reunion in a film after 36 years. 

Lokesh went on to clarify that he had narrated the script to both the superstars. But the team could not come to an agreement because both Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan had wanted to work on a script that was not fully action-based. This was because both their next projects, 

 and Kamal Haasan’s film with Anbariv, were predominantly action-based. Lokesh said he backed out of the project because he could not come up with a script that was not centred around action. 

Lokesh then cleared the air about news reports that suggested that he had unfollowed both Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan following the shelving of his film with them. He said that he had been troubled by these reports and that even his mother had asked him why he had unfollowed such legends. He took the stage to repeat that such details needed to be cleared with his team before such reports were being written.

The director also said that he would be seen in a cameo in 

. He is also making his full-fledged debut as a hero in 

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