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Silambarasan extends support for Vijay amid delay in release of Jana Nayagan: ‘Setbacks have never stopped you’

Silambarasan extends support for Vijay amid delay in release of Jana Nayagan: ‘Setbacks have never stopped you’

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Fans were eagerly waiting for the release of Jana Nayagan in theatres on January 9. The film is set to be the swan song of actor Vijay, as he will focus on his career in politics. Unfortunately, the film’s release is now delayed, as the makers announced on January 7. Actor Silamabarasan has now shared his support for Vijay and said that the real festival will begin when the film releases in theatres. Silambarasan has shared his support for Vijay. What Silambarasan said Taking to his X account on Thursday, Silambarasan wrote, “Dear @actorvijay anna, Setbacks have never stopped you. You’ve crossed bigger storms than this. This too shall pass, real Thiruvizha begins on the day #Jananayagan releases.” Several actors and directors from the Tamil film industry have come out in support of Vijay amid the delay in release. Karthik Subbaraj shared that the censor timeles are ‘impossible’ to hold on to and stated that the delay will ‘kill the industry.’ Meanwhile, Ravi Mohan extended his support for Vijay on social media. He wrote, “Heartbroken …

Silambarasan TR voices his support to Thalapathy Vijay after Jana Nayagan release gets postponed

Silambarasan TR voices his support to Thalapathy Vijay after Jana Nayagan release gets postponed

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Jana Nayagan, starring Thalapathy Vijay in the lead role, was slated for release on January 9, 2026, coinciding with Pongal this year. However, as the CBFC certification is still pending, the makers were forced to postpone the release, leaving many fans and audiences disheartened. As the industry reacts to the delay in certification of the superstar’s final film, Silambarasan TR has voiced his support for Vijay, emphasizing that the day Jana Nayagan releases will be the day true “festivities” begin. Silambarasan TR voices support for Thalapathy Vijay after Jana Nayagan gets postponed In a recent social media post, Silambarasan TR wrote, “Dear Vijay anna, Setbacks have never stopped you. You’ve crossed bigger storms than this. This too shall pass, real Thiruvizha (festival) begins on the day Jana Nayagan releases.” Here’s the post: Apart from STR, Ravi Mohan also came out in support of Thalapathy Vijay and underlined that “Pongal” will truly arrive only when the film is released. For those unaware, Jana Nayagan is yet to receive certification from the CBFC. As the certification has …

Silambarasan worries for fan who fell near his car; Malaysian local confused by ‘grown man crying over a celebrity’

Silambarasan worries for fan who fell near his car; Malaysian local confused by ‘grown man crying over a celebrity’

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Updated on: Dec 10, 2025 12:37 pm IST A video circulating on social media shows Silambarasan TR, aka Simbu, step out of his vehicle for a fan who fell down. Here’s what happened.  Actor Silambarasan TR, also known as Simbu, was recently in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for an event when Indian fans crowded around his car in an attempt to meet him. One even fell down, leaving the Tamil star worried for him. A Malaysian local who witnessed the whole interaction seemed confused by watching a grown man cry for his favourite celebrity. Here’s what happened. Silambarasan TR recently attended an event in Malaysia where his security struggled to control the crowd. Silambarasan TR steps out of vehicle to pick up fan who fell In a video circulating on social media, Simbu’s security personnel can be seen struggling to control the crowd and let the star’s vehicle pass through. A fan, however, loses balance and falls down near the actor’s vehicle. As other fans step in to help him up, Simbu can also be seen …

Jailer 2: After Petta, Rajinikanth and Vijay Sethupathi to reunite for Nelson Dilipkumar’s sequel movie?

Jailer 2: After Petta, Rajinikanth and Vijay Sethupathi to reunite for Nelson Dilipkumar’s sequel movie?

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Superstar Rajinikanth is currently working on his next release, Jailer 2, directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. Now, it seems that the action comedy film is set to feature Vijay Sethupathi in a pivotal role. Is Vijay Sethupathi set to reunite with Rajinikanth in Jailer 2? According to a report by Valai Pechu, Vijay Sethupathi is expected to appear alongside Rajinikanth in Jailer 2. The actor is reportedly shooting for his portions in Goa. However, this remains unconfirmed for now, as an official announcement from the makers is still awaited. Interestingly, the two actors previously shared the screen in Karthik Subbaraj’s Petta (2019). If the report turns out to be true, this would mark their second collaboration. More about Jailer 2 Jailer 2 is an upcoming Tamil-language action comedy starring Rajinikanth in the lead role. The film serves as a sequel to Jailer (2023), which was a massive box-office blockbuster. The sequel will reportedly follow Muthuvel Pandian as he faces even greater threats than in the first installment, promising intense action and bloodshed. While further details are …

Arasan: Vijay Sethupathi joins Silambarasan TR’s film set in Vetrimaaran’s Vada Chennai universe

Arasan: Vijay Sethupathi joins Silambarasan TR’s film set in Vetrimaaran’s Vada Chennai universe

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Silambarasan TR recently announced that he will appear in director Vetrimaaran’s gangster action movie Arasan. Now, the makers have officially confirmed that Vijay Sethupathi will play a pivotal role in the film, reuniting with the Maanaadu actor once again. Vijay Sethupathi joins Silambarasan TR and Vetrimaaran’s Arasan The official announcement was shared by producer Kalaippuli S. Thanu via his social media handle. The filmmaker wrote, “Manidham inaigiradhu, magaththuvam therigiradhu.” (When humanity connects, greatness emerges.) See the post here: More about Arasan Arasan is an upcoming gangster action drama starring Silambarasan in the lead role. Directed by Vetrimaaran, the makers recently unveiled an announcement teaser featuring director Nelson Dilipkumar in a cameo appearance. The movie revolves around a man who faces legal trials in court while pleading innocence. However, in a flashback, he is revealed to be responsible for several violent crimes, leading to a blood-soaked narrative. Arasan is set within the Vada Chennai cinematic universe, but it is not a sequel to the Dhanush-starrer. Instead, it serves as a spin-off, with several overlapping characters expected …

Actor Kavin praises Silambarasan TR and Vetri Maaran’s upcoming film Arasan: ‘Big gift for the fans to see…’

Actor Kavin praises Silambarasan TR and Vetri Maaran’s upcoming film Arasan: ‘Big gift for the fans to see…’

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Actor Kavin stirred up a frenzy among fans after he recently commented on director Vetri Maaran’s film Arasan. Silambarasan TR plays the protagonist in Arasan, which is a gangster tale set in North Chennai. Andrea Jeremiah, Samuthirakani, and Kishore play significant roles in the project as well. As Silambarasan appears in two distinct looks – young and old – fans are unable to contain their excitement for the movie. Arasan is connected to the 2018 Dhanush-starrer Vada Chennai.(YouTube/Anirudh Ravichander) Kavin on Arasan: ‘Big gift for the fans’ Kavin spoke to Cine Ulagam about Vetri Maaran’s Arasan at length. “I know everything about the film Arasan. But I won’t say it out loud,” the Dada actor said. “Silambarasan, Vetri Maaran, and Anirudh — it will be a big gift for the fans to see these three working together in one film,” he added, as reported by the Times of India. The 35-year-old assured that the movie would be of “very high quality” and “completely satisfy” the fans. Also read: Kannada actor Harish Rai, known for KGF …

Silambarasan says Mani Ratnam asked him to grab Kamal Haasan’s neck tightly in Thug Life: ‘He gave terrible reaction’

Silambarasan says Mani Ratnam asked him to grab Kamal Haasan’s neck tightly in Thug Life: ‘He gave terrible reaction’

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Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam have reunited for Thug Life after 38 years. The makers recently held the audio launch event of the film, which was attended by the entire cast. During the event, actor Silambarasan TR (popularly known as STR) recalled a tricky scene from the movie where he was supposed to grab Kamal’s neck. (Also Read: Thug Life: Kamal Haasan apologises to fans for not collaborating with Mani Ratnam earlier) Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR’s still from Thug Life trailer. Silambarasan apologises to Kamal Haasan STR talked about the shot from the trailer where he and Kamal grab each other’s neck in an intense face-off. He revealed that when they were taking the first take, he held Kamal’s neck lightly and the director stopped them. He recalled, “Mani sir told me, ‘Simbu you are not doing it properly, hold his neck tightly.’ I was like sir you are joking right? but Mani sir said, ‘It’s clearly visible on the screen so you have to do it.’” In the next shot, he then decided …

When will Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR starrer gangster drama Thug Life release on OTT?

When will Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR starrer gangster drama Thug Life release on OTT?

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Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam, seems to be one of the most hyped-up upcoming projects at the moment. The gangster drama is slated for a theatrical release on June 5 and promotions for the film have been going in full swing. Recently, during a pre-release event for the film in Mumbai, Kamal Haasan made a huge revelation about the OTT release of Thug Life once it completes its theatrical run.  While most films usually opt for a digital release once the film completes four weeks in theaters, for Thug Life, this window would be for 8 weeks.  For the unversed, the streaming platform Netflix had already announced being the official partners for the OTT release of this film. Confirming the same at the event, Kamal Haasan said, “It’s not even an experiment. It was a pragmatic thing to do. And I am glad the OTT agreed. We sat together. It wasn’t a negotiation.” He further added, “It’s a plan which others maybe can follow and will make the industry healthy. And we’re glad that …

Thug Life trailer: Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan clash in Mani Ratnam’s action-packed gangster drama. Watch

Thug Life trailer: Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan clash in Mani Ratnam’s action-packed gangster drama. Watch

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May 17, 2025 07:00 PM IST Thug Life trailer: Thug Life is one of the most highly-anticipated films this summer. It sees Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam reuniting after more than 3 decades. Thug Life trailer: Mani Ratnam‘s next with Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan in the lead roles, is one of the most anticipated films of the year. On Saturday, the makers finally unveiled the action-packed trailer of the film. Arriving in theatres on June 5, the trailer gave fans a glimpse into the violent and ruthless world of the gangsters as decades pass, families break apart, and close alliances turn vengegul. (Also read: Silambarasan introduced as the ‘new thug’ in Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam’s Thug Life. Watch) Thug Life trailer: Silambarasan and Kamal Haasan turn from family to foes. Thug Life trailer The trailer reveals that the gangster drama will chart the journey of these people in the course of a few decades. Kamal Haasan’s character is seen taking a small boy under his wing and showing him how he operates. That small …

Thug Life trailer: Kamal Haasan faces off against Silambarasan in this Mani Ratnam gangster drama | Tamil News

Thug Life trailer: Kamal Haasan faces off against Silambarasan in this Mani Ratnam gangster drama | Tamil News

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The trailer for Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan’s much-awaited film, Thug Life, is finally here. The film, also starring actors Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, marks the reunion of the actor-director duo after nearly four decades. Their last and only collaboration was the 1987 film Nayakan. The makers released the trailer Tamil, Telugu and Hindi trailer at a grand event in Chennai. Co-written by Kamal and Mani Ratnam, the film shows the many avatars of Kamal Haasan. The trailer begins with Kamal Haasan’s voiceover, “You saved my life, you protected me from the Lord of Death. Our two destinies were written as one. You and I are now bound together as one. Till the end.” The trailer then introduces STR’s character with Kamal’s voice continuing to speak in the background. He says, “If I am a lion, you’re the king of the pride.” STR corrects him and says, “Majestic lion.” Kamal agrees, “Yes, your Majesty.” Eventually, Kamal announces STR as his successor. WATCH | Thug Life trailer starring Kamal Haasan The twist comes when STR turns …