superstar Rajinikanth Currently busy directing ‘Jailer 2’ Nelson Dilipkumar. At the same time, there is still a strong buzz around his next big project, tentatively titled ‘Thalaivar 173’. The movie is expected to be produced on a grand scale by Kamal Haasan under the banner of Raaj Kamal Films International. As the project brings together two legends of Tamil cinema, expectations are very high among fans. However, the film has been making headlines for another reason. Since the beginning, the project has undergone several changes behind the scenes, especially regarding the selection of the director.
the director Cibi Chakravarthi “Thalaivar 173” is reportedly out
The latest report in Zee News suggests that director Cibi Chakravarthi has walked out of ‘Thalaivar 173’. Before that, he was officially announced as the filmmaker to helm the project after impressing the team with his story. The film was planned to start soon after the shooting of ‘Jailer 2’, and the promotional work was expected to begin by the end of April. At various public events, Cibi Chakravarthi also said that the film would be a complete entertainer designed to satisfy Rajinikanth’s fans. But now reports say that he has walked away from the project due to prior commitments and scheduling conflicts. These events have once again created uncertainty about the direction of the film.
Change of director before ‘Thalaivar 173’
‘Thalaivar 173’ has already seen some changes in its directorial lineup, which is quite interesting. Initially, popular filmmaker Sundar C was officially announced as the director of the project. However, he later revealed that he was walking away from the film a few days after the announcement. After that, the directors started looking for a new director and looked at various story ideas from various filmmakers. In the process, Cibi Chakravarthi was eventually chosen, and his appointment was publicly announced. With recent reports also suggesting his exit, the film has once again entered a phase of change and controversy within the industry.
Ashwath Marimuth is likely to direct Rajinikanth’s next
Now, Zee News report says that director Ashwath Marimuthu might take the responsibility of ‘Thalaivar 173’. He is known for directing hit films like ‘Oh My Kadavule’ and ‘Dragon’. Interestingly, Ashwath had earlier narrated a story to Rajinikanth when the makers were looking for a director after Sundar C’s exit. At the time, Rajinikanth reportedly liked the story, but later the team went ahead with Cibi Chakravarthi. With the project now facing another change, the opportunity seems to have returned to Ashwath. Reports suggest that discussions have already taken place and an official announcement regarding the director could be made soon.
