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D56: Not Mari Selvaraj but Lubber Pandhu director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu to helm Dhanush’s next movie? Actor reacts

D56: Not Mari Selvaraj but Lubber Pandhu director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu to helm Dhanush’s next movie? Actor reacts

Dhanush is gearing up for the release of his next film, Kara, while simultaneously beginning work on his upcoming projects. Now, it appears that Lubber Pandhu director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu will helm the actor’s next film, tentatively titled D56. Lubber Pandhu fame Tamizharasan Pachamuthu to helm Dhanush’s D56? In a recent social media post, Tamizharasan Pachamuthu shared a picture of himself conducting a location hunt for his next film. The upcoming project is set to star Dhanush, with the actor even reacting to the post. Sharing the picture, the filmmaker wrote, “Kelambiyaachu,” meaning “It’s underway.” In the caption, he also referred to the film as D56. Here’s the post: Earlier, there were rumours that Dhanush would soon collaborate with Tamizharasan Pachamuthu. Now, it appears that the actor’s next film after D55 could be this project. However, in a recent update, director Mari Selvaraj announced that he will helm a film with Dhanush in the lead, marking their second collaboration after Karnan. While the project was initially referred to as D56, it is expected to be a …

D56: Dhanush to begin next movie with director Mari Selvaraj in September 2026? Filming plans revealed

D56: Dhanush to begin next movie with director Mari Selvaraj in September 2026? Filming plans revealed

Dhanush is next set to appear in the tentatively titled D55, directed by Amaran fame Rajkumar Periasamy. The director has now confirmed that the shoot will begin in September 2026. D56: Dhanush and Mari Selvaraj movie to go on floors from September 2026 According to recent reports, director Mari Selvaraj appeared at a press meet where he confirmed that his film with Dhanush, tentatively titled D56, will begin shooting in September 2026. The filmmaker revealed that it will be his biggest project to date in terms of scale and will blend politics and history. As per ongoing buzz, Dhanush is expected to wrap up his project with Rajkumar Periasamy within six months and begin shooting for D56 soon after. Mari Selvaraj and Dhanush previously collaborated on Karnan. The action drama, released in 2021, featured Lal, Yogi Babu, Lakshmi Priyaa Chandramouli, Gouri G Kishan, and many more in key roles. The film is currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Dhanush’s work front Dhanush is also set to appear in the lead role in Kara. …

Ram Gopal Varma slams CBFC after Madras HC stay on Vijay’s Jana Nayagan; Mari Selvaraj calls censor delay ‘injustice’

Ram Gopal Varma slams CBFC after Madras HC stay on Vijay’s Jana Nayagan; Mari Selvaraj calls censor delay ‘injustice’

H Vinoth’s Vijay-starrer Jana Nayagan is indefinitely postponed from its Pongal release as the film awaits certification from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). After the Madras High Court granted an interim stay against the previous verdict asking the CBFC to hand over certification, filmmakers Ram Gopal Varma and Mari Selvaraj took to social media to share their thoughts. (Also Read: Jana Nayagan producer says Vijay ‘deserves farewell he earned’ amid ‘extremely difficult’ legal tussle with CBFC) Ram Gopal Varma called the CBFC ‘outdated’ amid Vijay’s issues with the CBFC. Ram Gopal Varma calls CBFC ‘irrelevant’ RGV took to his X (formerly Twitter) account to pen a long note on the CBFC. “Not in the context of just @Actor_Vijay ‘s #JanaNayagan ‘s censor issues but in an overall manner, it is truly foolish to think that the censor board is still relevant today,” he wrote, adding, “It has long outlived it’s purpose, but it’s being kept alive out of laziness to debate it’s relevance now, and it is the film industry as a whole …

Mari Selvaraj has high praise for Neeraj Ghaywan and his film Homebound: ‘I embrace you with warmth’

Mari Selvaraj has high praise for Neeraj Ghaywan and his film Homebound: ‘I embrace you with warmth’

Updated on: Nov 29, 2025 07:42 pm IST Bison director Mari Selvaraj took to social media to share his review of Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound. Here’s what he wrote.  Tamil filmmaker Mari Selvaraj, known for making thought-provoking films such as Pariyerum Perumal, Karnan, and more recently, Bison Kaalamaadan, shared his review of Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound on social media. The film starring Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa began streaming on Netflix on November 21. Here’s what he said. Mari Selvaraj had nothing but praise for Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound. Mari Selvaraj’s review of Neeraj Ghaywan’s Homebound Mari took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the review of Homebound. Sharing a poster of the film and tagging Neeraj, he wrote, “I watched Homebound, and Director Neeraj, I must say, from the far southern edge of this nation, I embrace you with warmth.” Neeraj’s reply to him reflected the need to amplify the voices of Dalits and the oppressed. He wrote, “Thank you, Mari! I return your embrace with humility and brotherhood. I rise taller in the shared power of …

Did Dhruv Vikram REJECT Tamil remake of Kill after Bison director Mari Selvaraj advised against it?

Did Dhruv Vikram REJECT Tamil remake of Kill after Bison director Mari Selvaraj advised against it?

Dhruv Vikram is fresh off the success of his latest venture, Bison, directed by Mari Selvaraj. Now, buzz suggests that the actor might have rejected the idea of starring in the Tamil remake of Kill due to the advice from his recent film’s director. Did Mari Selvaraj advise Dhruv Vikram against acting in the Kill remake? According to an online report, it has been speculated that Chiyaan Vikram’s son, Dhruv Vikram, has turned down the lead role in the Tamil remake of Kill. Apparently, director Mari Selvaraj advised him not to act in such violent films after having starred in Bison. As the actor holds immense respect for the filmmaker, Dhruv has reportedly rejected the idea of starring in the film. However, as of now, it is unclear whether this is true, and the news remains speculative. For those unaware, it was earlier rumored that Dhruv was likely to play the lead role in the Tamil remake of Kill. The remake rights had reportedly been sold, with the Mahaan actor expected to take on the …

NEEK Review: After SJ Suryah and Mari Selvaraj, director Arun Matheswaran also applauds Dhanush’s directorial

NEEK Review: After SJ Suryah and Mari Selvaraj, director Arun Matheswaran also applauds Dhanush’s directorial

There is no doubt Dhanush is one of the most multi-faceted filmmakers in the country at present. The Raayan actor is now gearing up for the release of his third directorial venture, Nilavuku En Mel Ennadi Kobam, or NEEK for short. The film, touted to be a coming-of-age romantic comedy flick, is all set to hit the silver screens on February 21st.  With just days remaining until the film’s release, there is no doubt that the hype surrounding the film is through the roof. Earlier this month, actor SJ Suryah had taken to social media to shower praises on NEEK after catching it at a premiere with Dhanush.  In the latest update, director Arun Matheswaran, who worked with Dhanush in the 2024 film Captain Miller, took to social media to share his review after watching the upcoming movie. The Rocky director revealed that he is “blown away by the honest portrayal of young love and friendship.” He also congratulated the film’s cast and crew and added that NEEK is sure to resonate with anyone who …

Asian Academy Creative Awards 2024: The Hunt for Veerappan wins big; director Selvamani Selvaraj reacts | Web Series

Asian Academy Creative Awards 2024: The Hunt for Veerappan wins big; director Selvamani Selvaraj reacts | Web Series

Dec 07, 2024 12:11 PM IST Netflix India’s The Hunt for Veerappan secured a win at the 2024 Asian Academy Creative Awards. Selvamani Selvaraj won the Best Direction (Non-Fiction) honour. Netflix India’s documentary The Hunt for Veerappan secured a win at the 2024 Asian Academy Creative Awards. The Grand Awards ceremony in Singapore brought together the best of Asia-Pacific’s creative industries, celebrating excellence across various categories. First-time docu director Selvamani Selvaraj won the Best Direction (Non-Fiction) honour. (Also read: The Hunt for Veerappan makers on their new Netflix docuseries: ‘He was a politician who lived in the jungles’) Selvamani Selvaraj, the director of The Hunt for Veerappan shared that he is ‘deeply humbled to receive this award’ at the Asian Academy Creative Awards. Selvamani Selvaraj wins Best Direction The Hunt for Veerappan is produced by Apoorva Bakshi and Monisha Thyagarajan, founders of Awedacious Originals, and Kimberley Hassett. Selvamani Selvaraj, the director of The Hunt for Veerappan shared his gratitude, stating, “I am deeply humbled to receive this award at the Asian Academy Creative Awards. The …

Mari Selvaraj denies that Dhruv Vikram’s Bison Kaalamaadan is a biopic; says film revolves around kabaddi

It was announced on Monday that actors Dhruv Vikram and Anupama Parameswaran are teaming up with director Mari Selvaraj for their next film titled Bison Kaalamaadan. The filmmakers launched the film the same day, releasing a poster to make the announcement. While there were rumours that the film is a biopic, Mari denied the same in an interview to TOI. (Also Read: Bison Kaalamaadan: Dhruv Vikram and Anupama Parameswaran’s sports film with Mari Selvaraj gets a title) Dhruv Vikram in the first-look of Bison. ‘Bison is a fictional film’ Talking to the publication from Tirunelveli, where they’re shooting for the film, Mari said it is not a biopic. He stated, “This film will revolve around kabaddi, but contrary to reports, it is not a biopic but a fictional one. We will shoot a 60-day schedule here, then move to Chennai for the remaining portions.” Some reports claimed that Bison was a biopic based on real-life events. However, Mari, known for making hard-hitting films like Karnan and Pariyerum Perumal, denied the same. Unlock exclusive access to …

Bison Kaalamaadan: Dhruv Vikram and Anupama Parameswaran’s sports film with Mari Selvaraj gets a title

Director Mari Selvaraj, known for making films like Pariyerum Perumal, Maamannan and Karnan, has announced his highly anticipated next film titled Bison Kaalamaadan. The sports drama will star Dhruv Vikram and Anupama Parameswaran in the lead roles. The title announcement and film’s launch took place in Chennai on Monday, sparking excitement among fans and followers. (Also Read: Paradha: Anupama Parameswaran goes rustic for her next after the glamorous Tillu Square) Dhruv Vikram and Anupama Parameswaran’s next has been titled Bison Kaalamaadan. Dhruv’s dedication and hard work A day ahead of the announcement, Dhruv and Vikram’s manager, Suryanarayanan took to X (formerly Twitter) to sing praises about the actor. He shared that the film will be launched on Monday, writing, “I surprised to see Dhruv Vikram’s dedication, hard work and patience like his father Chiyaan Vikram. With the blessings of God, with the blessings of his family with the blessings of millions of fans and with the blessings of all of yours, there is no doubt that Dhruv Vikram will shine as the biggest star in …

Director Mari Selvaraj takes part in flood relief work with Udayanidhi Stalin

Director Mari Selvaraj, who has made acclaimed films like Pariyerum Perumal and Karnan, was seen in Tirunelveli, rescuing stranded people in the floods. Northeast Monsoon has intensified in Tamil Nadu in the last few days. Owing to the low atmospheric circulation, the Tamiraparani river has flooded due to continuous rains for the last 2 days, along with the districts of Nellai and Thoothukudi. In this situation, Mari Selvaraj accompanied Sports Minister Udayanidhi Stalin for the rescue efforts. (Also read: Lingusamy: Vijay was the first choice for Sandakozhi but he said no because of Rajkiran’s character arc) Mari Selvaraj takes part in the rescue efforts in Tirunelveli. Mari Selvaraj takes part in rescue efforts Several pictures and videos of the director have surfaced on X (formerly Twitter). Mari Selvaraj was among the first celebrities to take part in the relief efforts in the affected areas. Tirunelveli also marks his hometown and he was spotted with the rescue mission team on Monday. The director even interacted with the media and said that there were several interior villages …