Chennai, India | Tamil cinema icon Rajinikanth has officially begun shooting for his highly anticipated new film, “Dharman – The Deadly Doctor,” previously announced as “Thalaivar 173.” The production team unveiled a new character poster featuring the superstar in a striking and intense look, generating significant excitement among fans across India.
The film is being produced by Kamal Haasan under the banner of Raj Kamal Films International.
Powerful First Look Unveiled
The latest poster, released through the production house’s official social media channels, presents Rajinikanth in a dramatic avatar.
The actor is seen:
- Holding a blood-stained doctor’s coat in one hand.
- Carrying his doctor’s identification card in the other.
- Wearing a stethoscope around his neck.
- Standing amid scattered bullet casings, hinting at an action-packed storyline.
The imagery suggests that Rajinikanth portrays a doctor with a mysterious and dangerous side, blending medical drama with high-octane action.
Filming Officially Begins
Along with the release of the new poster, the filmmakers confirmed that principal photography for “Dharman – The Deadly Doctor” has officially commenced.
The announcement has heightened anticipation for what is expected to be one of the biggest Tamil-language releases in the coming months.
Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan Reunite After Nearly Five Decades
One of the film’s biggest highlights is the professional reunion of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan after approximately 47 years.
Their last collaboration was in the 1979 film Alauddinum Arputha Vilakkum, making this project a historic moment for Indian cinema enthusiasts.
Kamal Haasan announced the project earlier this year, marking a long-awaited collaboration between two of Tamil cinema’s most celebrated personalities.
Cast and Crew
The film also stars Raashii Khanna in a key role.
She had previously shared photographs from the film’s launch ceremony, giving fans an early glimpse into the production.
The movie is directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, who is expected to bring a fresh cinematic style to the action thriller.
Fans Await More Updates
Following the release of the new poster, social media platforms were flooded with enthusiastic reactions from fans praising Rajinikanth’s intense screen presence and the film’s intriguing concept.
Industry observers believe the combination of Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan, and Ashwath Marimuthu has created high expectations for the project.
American Perspectives
David Miller, a film industry analyst from Los Angeles, California, said:
“Rajinikanth remains one of India’s most influential cinematic personalities. A character that combines the image of a doctor with an action-driven narrative offers an intriguing blend that could attract audiences across different markets.”
Emily Carter, a professor of international cinema from New York City, commented:
“The reunion of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan after nearly five decades is a landmark moment in Indian film history. Collaborations between legendary artists often generate enormous cultural and commercial interest.”
Key Highlights
- Rajinikanth has officially begun shooting for “Dharman – The Deadly Doctor” (Thalaivar 173).
- A new poster showcases the superstar as a doctor with a mysterious and action-oriented persona.
- The film is produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raj Kamal Films International.
- Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan are collaborating professionally after nearly 47 years, following their 1979 film “Alauddinum Arputha Vilakkum.”
- Raashii Khanna joins the cast, while Ashwath Marimuthu directs the project.
- The film has already generated strong anticipation among fans following the release of its latest promotional material.
