Archive · 1 Jan 2026
Rajinikanth's 'Thalaivar 173' Seeks New Director
Rajinikanth's next movie, called 'Thalaivar 173', is looking for a new director.
The original director, Sundar C, left the project for some important reasons.
Now, the movie's producer, Kamal Haasan, is considering other directors like Ramkumar Balakrishnan and Ashwath Marimuthu.
Ashwath Marimuthu is a strong candidate because his last movie, 'Dragon', made a lot of money at the box office.
Everyone is excited to see who will be chosen to direct this big film.
Sundar C stepped down as director of Rajinikanth's 'Thalaivar 173' due to unforeseen reasons.
Kamal Haasan's Rajkamal Films International is producing the film.
Potential directors include Ramkumar Balakrishnan and Ashwath Marimuthu.
Ashwath Marimuthu's previous film 'Dragon' grossed Rs 150 crore on a Rs 35 crore budget.
Industry buzz suggests Ramkumar Balakrishnan's story pitch was approved by the production house.
- Who
- Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, Sundar C, Ramkumar Balakrishnan, Ashwath Marimuthu
- What
- Search for a new director for Rajinikanth's upcoming film 'Thalaivar 173'
- When
- After Sundar C's exit in 2026
- Where
- Tamil cinema industry
- Why
- Sundar C stepped down due to 'unforeseen and compelling reasons'
- Film
- Thalaivar 173
- Producer
- Kamal Haasan’s Rajkamal Films International
- Original Director
- Sundar C
- Potential Directors
- Ramkumar Balakrishnan, Ashwath Marimuthu
- Production Budget
- Rs 35 crore (for Dragon)
- Box Office Gross
- Rs 150 crore (for Dragon)