Rajinikanth, the ultimate superstar of Tamil cinema, is gearing up for an incredible slate of new movies over the next two years that are sure to blow your mind! Thalaivar has been on an absolute roll lately, delivering back-to-back blockbusters like Annaatthe and Jailer. But he’s showing no signs of slowing down, with a series of mega exciting projects in the works for 2024 and 2025. Get ready to be amazed as we dive into Rajinikanth’s upcoming films!
Vettaiyan (October 2024)
First up is Vettaiyan, an action-packed thriller directed by TJ Gnanavel of Jai Bhim fame. Rajinikanth plays the titular role of a police officer in this hard-hitting film based on true events The teaser promises Thalaivar in a gritty, intense avatar like never before.
Vettaiyan boasts an all-star ensemble cast featuring some of the biggest names in Indian cinema. Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan reunites with Rajinikanth for the first time since their 1991 film Hum. Malayalam superstar Fahadh Faasil is reportedly playing the main antagonist, while other A-listers like Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Ritika Singh and Dushara Vijayan appear in pivotal roles.
Anirudh Ravichander is scoring the music for Vettaiyan, so expect a killer soundtrack to go with the explosive action. Lyca Productions is bankrolling this mega-budget extravaganza. After wrapping up shooting in March, Vettaiyan is slated for a grand theatrical release in October 2024, likely around the Dussehra holiday. Get ready for Rajinikanth to set the box office on fire yet again!
Coolie (2025)
After Vettaiyan, Rajinikanth jumps right into his 171st film, an untitled project helmed by hitmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj. Tentatively called Thalaivar 171 or Coolie, this is rumored to be a fantasy action film with Rajini in a “never-seen-before avatar”. Director Lokesh, fresh off the blockbuster Vikram, has confirmed this will be an experimental movie where he tries out a new genre.
Very little is known about the plot or cast of Thalaivar 171 at this point. But some unconfirmed reports suggest Rajinikanth may be playing a full-fledged negative role for the first time in his career! Now that would be truly groundbreaking. Tamil star Sivakarthikeyan is also rumored to have a key role.
Sun Pictures is producing Thalaivar 171, with music by Anirudh Ravichander and stunts by Anbariv. Shooting is expected to begin on June 10, 2024. A release in early 2025, possibly around Pongal/Sankranti, seems likely. Lokesh and Rajini’s combo is sure to generate sky-high expectations and it will be fascinating to see what they deliver!
Jailer 2 (TBA)
After the humongous success of Jailer, it’s no surprise there’s huge demand for a sequel. Director Nelson Dilipkumar and Rajinikanth are reportedly in talks for Jailer 2, the movie would continue the story of Rajini’s character Muthuvel Pandian with the main cast reprising their roles along with some new additions.
Nelson is said to be working on the Jailer 2 script currently. No other details have been revealed yet, but expect this to be another entertaining action comedy in Nelson’s signature style. A late 2025 release could be on the cards if everything falls in place. Jailer 2 is guaranteed to have massive hype and will likely be another 500+ crore grosser for Rajinikanth.
Petta 2 (TBA)
Rajinikanth delivered one of his career-best performances in Karthik Subbaraj’s Petta. So fans were thrilled when the director recently confirmed he’s working on a new script for Thalaivar. It’s unclear at this point whether this will be a direct sequel to Petta or a completely new film. But Karthik has proven he knows how to present Rajinikanth in the most stylish manner possible.
Sun Pictures will likely produce Rajini’s film with Karthik Subbaraj, which is tentatively being referred to as Petta 2. Seeing Rajini back in a massy, action-packed avatar under Karthik’s direction would be the perfect treat for fans. Hopefully we’ll get more details on this project in the coming months.
So there you have it! Rajinikanth is not just the undisputed emperor of Tamil cinema, he’s also the hardest working superstar around. While other actors his age are slowing down or retiring, Thalaivar is still going strong and setting new benchmarks for the industry. 2024 and 2025 are shaping up to be landmark years in his illustrious career.
From the gritty action of Vettaiyan to sheer entertainment of Jailer 2 and Petta 2 – Rajinikanth’s upcoming movies promise to showcase his versatility like never before. The next two years will be a celebration of his unparalleled stardom and longevity. All hail Thalaivar, the one and only Superstar!