Lokesh Kanagaraj has been confirmed as the director for Rajinikanth’s Thalaivar 171, with the title set to be unveiled on April 22nd.
This collaboration is highly anticipated, pairing Rajinikanth with one of Tamil cinema’s most in-demand directors.
The announcement signals a promising partnership, with Kanagaraj known for his impactful grey-shaded action dramas.
However, recent works, centered on themes of drugs and mafia, have drawn criticism for becoming repetitive. Feedback on this issue seems to have prompted Kanagaraj to explore new territory with a different script this time.
In Thalaivar 171, Rajinikanth’s character is reported to have negative shades, marking an experimental venture for the superstar. The film promises high-octane action. It is also reported that this time the story will have no drug connection, suggesting a departure from Kanagaraj’s previous works.
The collaboration between Rajinikanth and Lokesh Kanagaraj offers an exciting prospect, with the first-look poster hinting at a fresh genre for both the director and the legendary actor.
