It's official: Kamal Haasan produces Superstar Rajinikanth's next, Sundar C to helm Pongal 2027 blockbuster

Putting to rest teeming speculations, actor Kamal Haasan announced his much-anticipated collaboration with Superstar Rajinikanth on Wednesday. Helmed by hit director Sundar C, Haasan's RaajKamal Films International (RKFI) will produce Rajini's 173rd film. The project marks the collaboration of Tamil cinema's superstars after decades.

As per a statement from RKFI, the makers plan to release the film for Pongal 2027, through Red Giant Movies. "This landmark collaboration not only unites two towering forces of Indian cinema but also celebrates five decades of friendship and brotherhood between Superstar Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan - a bond that continues to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike," it said.

In his classic style, making the announcement, Haasan penned a heartfelt note for Superstar Rajinikanth.

Dear Rajini,

The winds that once scattered us have now brought us together — embraced and made us one.

Like two icy peaks melting at the summit, we flowed down as two gentle rivers.

Once again, we shall become the wind.

My dearest beloved, who sheltered us —

when the red soil that guards us thirsts,

we shall rain upon it, rejoice, and flourish.

Long live the sacred land where our art was born.

The announcement comes while speculations are rife about a film in which the Kollywood superstars will act together after decades. Reportedly, people close to the actors have approached young, successful directors of Tamil cinema to helm the project. Going by rumours, Jailer director Nelson is likely to direct the much-anticipated film.