How much Sivakarthikeyan and Kamal Haasan take home ? Theatres not to police YouTubers

 Artist S K Jeeva on FB

Sivakarthikeyan took Rs 47 crore and Kamal profit was Rs 67 crore. Among distributors outside Tamil Nadu, Andhra- Telangana buyer Actor Nithin 's father Sudhakar Reddy who bought for Rs 5 crore and made Rs 12 crore. North India buyer lost Rs 95 crores. The breakup:

Budget:-

Salaries - ₹29.90 Crore

Sivakarthikeyan - ₹15 Crore (Flat Fee) plus 40% Profit share [₹15 Crore advanced in 2023 itself by Raajkamal to help pay for Ayalaan release]

Sai Pallavi - ₹ 10 Lakh a day for 27 days - ₹ 2.70 Crore

Rajkumar Periyasamy - ₹ 60 Lakh

Rahul Bose - ₹ 1.50 Crore

Technician Salaries - ₹5.80 Crore

Other Salaries - ₹ 3.30 Crore

GV Prakash - ₹ 1 Crore expenses plus ₹ 1 Crore from Audio Rights

Story Rights - Profit Funded by Sony Pictures

Varadharajan Family - ₹ 6 Crore

Special Effects - ₹4 Crore

Production Cost - ₹ 57 Crore

Print & Publicity - ₹ 3.5 Crore

Total - ₹ 100.40 Crore

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Financing

Primary Financing - Raajkamal Films - ₹60 Crore

Secondary Financing - Sony Pictures - ₹ 30 Crore

Later financing - ₹10.4 Crore - Red Giant as part of ₹10 Crore Advance

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Pre Release Business

Theatrical - ₹48.50 Crore

TN Theatrical Rights - ₹ 10 Crore plus 12.5% of Share (Red Giant)

Andhra Rights - ₹ 5 Crore (Flat)

North India Rights plus Kerala plus Karnataka- ₹ 6.5 Crore (Flat)

Overseas Rights - ₹ 27 Crore (Flat)

Non Theatrical - ₹59.50 Crore

OTT - ₹ 21.50 Crore Flat (Initial) now finalized at ₹36.50 Crore (Final) after success

Satellite - ₹ 18.50 Crore (Tamil) plus ₹ 2.5 Crore (Other South Indian Languages)

Audio Rights - ₹ 3 Crore (Sa Re Ga Ma)

Payment to GV Prakash - ₹ 1 Crore

Balance - ₹ 2 Crore

Total - ₹ 108 Crore

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Post Release

TN Theatrical Gross - ₹ 153.70 Crore

TN Theatrical Nett - ₹ 132.60 Crore

Theatrical Share - ₹ 52.80 Crore

Distributor Share - ₹ 79.80 Crore

Red Giant Share - ₹ 20 Crore

Final Distributor Share - ₹ 59.80 Crore

Total - ₹59.80 Crore

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Final Tally for Raajkamal - ₹ 59.80 Crore (+) ₹108 Crore (-) ₹ 100.40 Crore = ₹67.40 Crore (+)

Sivakarthikeyan Share - ₹ 27 Crore

Final Salary of Sivakarthikeyan - ₹42 Crore

Tirupur Subramaniam head of theatre association  has informed Active Producers association that it cannot police the YouTubers who take public reaction from viewers on the First Day First Show. He has said that the interviews are conducted outside the theatre complex and not inside the auditorium. He said that theatres do not have the manpower to enforce the diktat. The main grouse in social media is that reigning in public views is not acceptable. Asking reviewers to restrict themselves to the film and not indulge in personal attacks was so far the appeal from Producers and not bring public into the ambit.

Thalapathy son Jason film hero is Sundeep : Singer who `disturbed' A R Rahman wife

 Thalaoathy Vijay's son Jason has narrowed down his selection of the leading man for his first directorial. From what we hear is that it is Sundeep Kishn ( new spelling as per numerology). In Tamil, we have seen him in Dhanush film Captain Miller and Rayaan. He is related to cinematographer Chota K Naidu. Coming from a well to do family, he has produced two films in Telugu. He was part of Lokesh 's debut film Maanagaram. In Hindi he played Major Vikram in TV series The Family Man. Last month there was a news that fans have given him the title People's Star. Though unconfirmed, we hear that ARR son A R Ameen is scoring the music.Lyca is bankrolling the film.

As we took Rahman's name, we would give you a news not related to divorce. A R Rahman sent an invitation to Ram Charan to attend the annual Mushaira Ghazal event at Kadapa Dargah, and Ram Charan fulfilled his commitment. Despite observing Ayyappa Swamy Deeksha, Ram Charan presented prayers, a ‘chadar’, and flowers at the historic Dargah,  As per 41 day Ayyappa penance, one should not visit the graveyard or attend a funeral wearing the holy mala ( necklace). Dargah is considered a graveyard of the Saint. If one is forced to attend a funeral, then the mala is kept aside and 41 day penance broken.

Two things have come out of the A R Rahman - Saira divorce. Rahman only wanted a good looking educated girl to take care of his mother and his children and home after marriage. He had spoken about it in his interview. Secondly Saira is a Kutchi Muslim and her marriage was conducted without any Meher being agreed upon if the marriage ends in a divorce. In such circumstance the courts will give 50 % of the hubby's assets to wife as settlement. The lawyer put it at Rs 1000 crores for Saira. Going through the interview, it remains a mystery as what could go wrong as Rahman had made it clear that he wanted was a person to be a housewife and not demanding any time from him. “I want a simple wife — someone who wouldn’t give me much trouble so I could carry on doing my music.” He chuckled as Simi reminded him of his other specifications: “Some education, some beauty, and loads of humility.”m this is all he wanted.

Rahman bought a house in UK to st up home but Saira came back to Chennai as she felt lonely. Three children have rallied behind Saira, is evident from the public talks that have come up. Though speculative in nature, insiders point out to involvement with  a singer who has roots abroad. Her involvement with the composer was extra more than usual as per those in the know.

Rahman was part of the Maajja's ambitious goal of promoting Tamil music on a global scale. When the music composer Santosh and his daughter- singer Dhee and rapper Arivu blamed the organisation for not paying any money for song Enjaami that minted money, ARR issued a clarification that he was not in the organisation for getting money.

Trisha in Suriya film - No more first day first show reactions inside theatre complex

  Trisha next is the Suriya film directed by R J Balaji and produced by Dream warriors. This is the fourth time that they are coming together after Mounam Pesiyadhe, Aayutha Ezhuthu, and Aaru. The shooting begins month end. She is opposite Ajith

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.Vishal has denied the report that he was playing villain to Sivakarthikeyan in Sidh akongara film. He said after 20 years in filmdom and new films like Thuparivakan 2 in the making, he has no idea to play  a villainy yet.

Latest report said that he asked for Rs 20 crores and wanted 50 % as advance. Now Jayam ravi name is in the list.

Active Producers Association has asked theatres to nit allow You Tubers to not take spot reactions from audience coming out from first  Day morning shows. Kanguva released Friday was badly criticised by audience

The producers feel that the crowds that came out from theatres were set up by a lobby to tarnish the film. Such negativity was never before seen where the audience begged others to not see the film. Producers ask whether a blogger after reviewing  a restaurant say that no body should go near the place

Big Announcement: Hombale Films Kantara: Chapter 1 to Release on OCTOBER 2, 2025.

Kantara: Chapter 1, one of the most highly anticipated Kannada language films in recent times, is set to release on OCTOBER 2, 2025.  As the next Pan-India offering from Hombale Films, is all set to woo the audiences once again across the globe once again after Kantara.

Hombale Films, known for its grand and authentic cinematic experiences, has spared no effort in creating a visual masterpiece. The production team has recreated the historic Kadamba Empire at Kundapur, immersing viewers in an era of valor, culture, and mystique. This intricate set, complete with detailed architecture and lifelike surroundings, is expected to transport audiences to a bygone time.

Rishab Shetty, the actor-director at the helm of this ambitious project, has left no stone unturned in preparing for his role. To authentically portray his character, Rishab underwent rigorous training in Kalaripayattu, one of the oldest martial art forms originating from Kerala. His dedication to mastering the art has added depth and authenticity to his performance, making his character a true representation of resilience and tradition.

It was Kantara : Chapter 1 that introduced the richness of Konkan folklore to the world. With its gripping narrative, breathtaking visuals, and heartfelt performances, the film connected with audiences far beyond Indian borders. Its authentic portrayal of local traditions and storytelling brilliance made it a sleeper hit, establishing a global fanbase for the franchise.

As the makers have announced the release date of the film the excitement surrounding Kantara: Chapter 1 has multiplied. With Hombale’s vision, Rishab Shetty’s dedication, and the legacy of the first chapter, this film is on its way to become yet another cinematic milestone.

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Prithviraj in Rajamouli - Mahesh film - Good Bad Ugly v/s Game Changer for Sankranthi

 Whether it is Good News or not, Ram Charan Game Changer Sankranthi release date will see opposition from Ajith- Adhik Ravichandran film Good Bad and Ugly. This challenge is limited to Tamil Nadu for Shankar. After Indian 2 debacle, Shankar name has been badly tarnished and with Game Changer, he has to get it back. Adhik Ravichandran has a success streak but not as big as Shankar. In Tamil Nadu, Ajith has a bigger name than Ram Charan and is King of opening and so if Good Bad Ugly gets the audience in and it has the stuff that AK fans are looking for, Shankar will suffer a beating and that too in his home State and at hands of a relative junior Director. This in turn will affect his Indian 3 but as it has Kamal Haasan in it, it could be dented. 

From what we hear, Ajith film is not likely to back out from Pongal race. Ironically there is another reason and that is the politics between Ajith film Producer Mythiri and Game Changer's Dil Raju. Both have a tussle over the Nizam area.

We reported about Prithviraj replacing Ayushman Khuranna in the Meghana Gulzar film and now we hear that from January 2025, he is joining S S Rajamouli for Mahesh Babu film. After Salaar, this is yet another big Pan Indian film that he will be seen in. Apart rom this his directorial Empuran with Mohanlal os getting ready for post production. Apart from this he had Vilayat Buddha.

PeepingMoon.com has exclusively learned that Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's Karna, starring Tamil superstar Suriya in the titular role, has been put on the backburner for the time being. The Rang De Basanti and Bhaag Milkha Bhaag director has temporarily stopped working on this two-part epic as he struggles to secure the budget of 600 crores required to mount this film. Temporarily, because Mehra still intends to make this film, having spent years researching and developing the screenplay to tell the legendary tale of Karna with historical accuracy and grandeur. 

Buzz in the trade circle also indicates that Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani’s Excel Entertainment is also reevaluating their plans to produce the film. The production cost has spiraled out of control, making it financially unfeasible for them. The producers have urged Mehra to significantly reduce the budget or they won’t be able to make it. Sources say Mehra has also started looking for new producers, but another hurdle he is facing lies in the casting of Suriya as Karna. The Tamil superstar has just delivered a massive flop with Kanguva, raising concerns among potential investors. The producers may now hesitate to back a project of this scale with Suriya in lead, especially what is a North India favorable mythology—the Mahabharata happened in Kurukshetra, which is in Delhi. 

Amaran victory over HATERS !!! Detailed Report

 

Probably no film's box office victory has had so many layers to it. For one, the film coming from RKFI the Kamal Haasan banner had many getting their knives out as it was more against the politician Kamal. Tthey dug deep and came out with an old video in which Sai Pallavi is seen saying that just like we see Naxalites as anti nationals, there is an another view. For the Pakistanis our Army will look like terrorists like we see them. This was enough reason to launch a hashtag to ban Sai Pallavi. How can she play wife to Indian Army Major and so we must see the film in which the heroine is Pro PAK. They might have tries hard to get some dope on Kamal bt nothing came through. Next was that shit on Sivakarthikeyan. How can this comic hero fit the role of an action hero and that too of a Indian soldier > Total miscast!.

After the release came the charge that Kamal as Producer and Udhaynidhi as Distributor had conspired to hide the Brahmin background of the hero character as it goes against Dravidianism. Not only that they highlighted the Christian background off the wife character. The film releases and gets thumbs up from all. Total silence. Now comes Kanguva release. Theatre owners refuse to take out Amaran as it is giving them big bucks and that too in third week. Here again the haters jump up. Red Giant is forcing theatres to run Amaran as it does not want Kanguva to run. Why ? Suriya is anti DMK !. Why did the theatres not come with such requests when Lubber Pandhu was running in theatres ?

Now in third week we publish the results.. 22% of theatres showing Kanguva has stopped the film even before one week and put back Kanguva. The Amaran figures show the real victory. Sai Pallavi who faced boycott call is Queen of box office. Sivakarthikeyan joins Kamal- Rajini- Vijay in 250 cr club. The public celeberation of Amaran is due on December middle after Kamal come back.Here’s the area wise Amaran collections after 3 weeks.

• Tamil Nadu: 143 Cr
• Telugu States: 41 Cr
• Kerala : 11.50 Cr
• Karnataka: 22 Cr
• ROI : 4.5 Cr
• Overseas: 79 Cr

Total 300 Cr+ worldwide

Cut to flashback when Kanguva Producer and Sivakarthikeyan were locked in court cases over payment dues. 

Sivakarthikeyan spoke about Dhanush Big Brother attitude before Nayanthara

 

Sivakarthikeyan who after Amaran entered the Rs 200 cr club in an earlier interview with Thanthi TV had without taking names s, spoke about the Big Brother attitude of some who are going around that if it was not for them, he would not have been successful and that they were in control of his activities. He said that "these people say that decide as to how much an actor should grow and I feel that this is wrong. I have not reacted to this and just go about doing my job". The video that is circulating of Dhanush ( did a cameo ad was producer) and Sivakarthikeyan in a promo event at Star Vijay for Ethir Neechal was taken two years  before Naanum Rowdy Thaan was directed by Vignesh Shivan and starring Nayanthara and Vijay Sethupathi. Two years after Ethir Neechal that was a hit , did Vignesh Shivan film got made. During Ethir Neechal time, Nayanthara did the cameo with Dhanush and did not take any money as they were friends . But after that Dhanush gave her a film that was directed by Vignesh who had by then got in his good books and also close to Nayanthara .

Vijay Sethupathi had by 2015 , become a saleable star and given hits. He was known to Selvaraghavan and Dhanush as he did a small role in Pudupettai. Nayanthara who worked with Dhanush in Yaaradi Nee Mohini in 2008 , had starred with Rajini ( chandramukhi) with  Ajith ( Billa)  but had a lull with no hits. in 2015, it was Thani Oruvan and Naanum Rowdy that put her back to limelight.  Now after the Nayanthara letter issue, there are reports that Naanum was a flop as Vignesh inability to handle the shoots led to Rs 6 crore film budget being extended to Rs 16 crores. The film was reportedly  undersold to cut down on financier interest and distributors made money but not Dhanush.

Another factor is that Dhanush and his production company did not push Nayanthara for the FilmFare award nominations. In fact, the magazine looking to boost TRP of the award function overlooked Dhanush objection and announced her as best actress winner. "Thank you Dhanush for initiating NRD (Naanum Rowdy Dhaan), and I have to say I am sorry also. Dhanush absolutely hated my performance in Naanum Rowdy Dhaan. Sorry Dhanush for disappointing you with my performance. I'll probably make it better next time," Nayanthara said on stage.  

Nayanthara is heroine in Mohanlal- Mammootty multistarrer ; Heroines back her in fight

 As everybody is debating Nayanthara v/s Dhanush , we are happy to let you to  know that she has given 100 days for the Malayalam film which see two Superstars Mammootty and Mohanlal in the lead. Both actors are coming after a decade ( Harikrishnans last). Shoot began today in Sri  Lanka. Shooting will take place in Debai and Delhi. Mahesh Narayanan is the director and alsoo has Kunchacko Boban and Asif Ali in it.

Getting back to Nayanthara post on Dhanush and his legal notice asking for Rs 10 crore for using visuals from his film Nannum Rowdy Thaan in NetFlix documentary, Ekta Kapoor, Dia Mirza, Shilpa Rao, Shruti Haasan, Uorfi Javed, Anupama Parameswaran, Gouri G Kishan, Riya Shibu, Aishwarya Lekshmi and Nazriya Nazim, among many women from the film industry gave a thumbs up to her post.. Now the question is what is the personal grudge between them that Nayan is talking about ?

From what we hear Dhanush produced the film with Nayanthara - Sethupathi and directed by Vignesh Shivan to spite STR aka Simbhu. Simbu and Nayan acted in a film directed by Vignesh. The film bombed and lead pair who were lovers , got seperated. Dhanush who hates Simbu decided to make a film with Nayan and Vignesh. At that time Vignesh and Nayan were not in love. Dhanush through this film planned to get close with Nayan but Vignesh becoming loverboy , had turned the effort a waste. The film was released oppposite Vikram film and Vignesh won. After that Vignesh and Nayan floated Rowdy Pictures.

Last month, the film completed nine years and Nayan pured all praise on Vignesh but forgot Dhanush, the producer. As we learn, Dhanush might move for a stay and Nayan has filed for a caveat. Nayan has used stills shot by their own camera and it is off location shots. Can Dhanush claim copyright ?.

Nayanthara's husband and filmmaker Vignesh Shivan has come to her support and shared an old video of Dhanush, in which he said in Tamil, “Live and let live.”. Mahesh Babu launched the glimpse of Sekhar Kammula’s Kubera on Friday. The video introduces Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Jim Sarbh, and Rashmika Mandanna as the film’s central characters

Dulquer Salmaan next biopic on M.K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar - Kanguva VFX bills

 Dulquer Salmaan next to go on floors is Kaantha. This Tamil film directed by Selvaraj Selvamani was launched on September this year. It has Bhagyashrii  Borse as the female lead along with Kirti Shetty. Rana Daggubati is co producing it with Dulquer/ This is the third biopic of Dulquer and he has stated that after this it is goodbye to biopics. He acted in  Mahanati as Gemini Ganesan and in Kurup as Sukumara Kurup. In this movie he acts as M.K. Thyagaraja Bhagavathar the legendary singer and movie star. The film traces out the highs and lows of MKT. His rubin with journalist Laxmikaanthan and reached a pinnacle when he murdered the scribe. He was jailed and later released.

Bhagavathar was arrested in 1944 as one of the main suspects in the Lakshmikanthan Murder Case and spent three years in prison before being released in 1947 after a Judicial Committee of the Privy Council verdict came in his favour. Nevertheless, he  still drew huge crowds at his concerts. He had lost almost all his wealth in his case defense. In 1934, he made his début in films with the movie Pavalakkodi which turned out to be a hit. From 1934 to 1959, Bhagavathar acted in 14 films of which 10 were box-office hits.

Bhagyashri featured in the Cadbury Dairy Milk Silk ad which added to her fame and opened doors for her in showbiz. 

Bhagyashri Borse made her acting debut with Divya Khosla Kumar starrer Yaariyan 2. In the movie, she played a minor role and essayed the character of Raaji Cariappa. Bhagyashri will play the female lead in Kaantha and the film is produced by Rana Daggubati in collaboration with DQ. Her film Chandu Champion of Kartik Aryan is streaming on OTT. She has a film opposite Vijay Devarakonda.

Why Kanguva could cost Rs 300 crores ?

They are using the Alexa LF & Super 35 Cameras whose license alone is $ 50,000 a day each, so 30 days means $ 3 Million Or ₹ 24 Crore right there for the Cameras and Technicians and Technology

Spectroscopic 3D conversion for 150 minutes film averages $ 60,000 a minute or $ 9 Million Or ₹74/75 Crore

That's ₹100 Crore right there on these two technologies that give you the visuals you need

Now I don't know their IMAX deal whether IMAX paid for formatting or they paid for formatting which is another ₹4–6 Crore

Typically a film like RRR had 150 VFX Frames and they say Kanguva has 220, a record

220 VFX frames by the Los Angeles Company Supervisor is an average or $ 40, 000 a frame or $ 8.8 Million Or ₹74 Crore

That's ₹180 Crore on the Visuals and Print and Lenses alone

Good News

The Good news is finally Kollywood is paying good money for the best technology in the market for A Class visuals

So no paying Suriya 150 Crore salary and spending half of that on the rest of the film

Yes the VFX isn't from one of the top 3 who make frames for Marvel or Fox but for that we would need ₹3000 Crore not ₹300 Crore

Still like I said this is the best money can buy for an Indian film in terms of lenses, camera and print

So well done Gnanavel Raja👏👏👏

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Break even

In TN -

Break even is ₹158 Crore

Hit is ₹ 195 Crore

Superhit is ₹230 Crore

So let's say ₹160 Crore in TN means film has managed it

You think it will be Thangalaan 2.0????

Kanthaswamy Balasubramaniam in Quora

Borse acted in Mr Bachchan opposite Ravi Teja and has a film with Vijay Devarakonda. Her film Chandu Cham[ion with Kartik Aryan is streaming/. Her Cadbury's Dairy ,ilk chocolate ad and her infectious smile made her famous.

BBTamil 8 VJ Vishal was in love with BB Malayalam 6 Sreethu

 VJ vishal the contestant in ongoing BiggBoss Tamil season 8 was in love with Sreethu Krishnan who was the participants in the previous BiggBoss Malayalam season 6. in an informal talk with co- partvipantants said that for three years they were in love. Both of them met at a gym and soon it blossomed into love. Sreethu during her stint in BB Malayalam fell in love with contestant Arjun. Vishal said that they mutually agreed to part after they found that mutually they are incompatible.. He said that the parents were not keen for the seperation. Vishal's mother is a Malayali and so is Sreethu's mother. 

 V J Vishal  role as Ezhilan in the popular Star Vijay TV serial Baakiyalakshmi, solidified his reputation in the industry. He also starred in Cooku with Comali Season 4, a reality show where he showcased his comedic timing , Vishal  co-hosted the show Ready Steady Po and worked as an assistant director on r shows like Kalakkal Champions and Athu Ithu Yethu.

From TV shows like "Mari," "Melle Thirandhathu Kadhavu," "Kalyanamam Kalyanam," to "Aayutha Ezhuthu," in Tamil Star Vijay,  Sreethu found her big break as Aleena Peter, a bold  teacher fighting for  justice for her mother's abuse in the popular Malayalam series telecast on "Ammayariyathe," She has also acted in Tamil flims 10 Endrathukulla and Irulil Ravanan.

V J Vishal accidentally blurted out the name but it was muted by the Hotstar that airs the 24x7 show deferred live. In the one hour capsule on Star Vijay it was omitted. Many jumped out to conclusion was that it was Riya of Raja Rani serial who was having an affair with Vishal and it lasted for two months. Vishal said that his break up with Riya made him heart broken and he was a Devadas and finally bought a car and decided to come out and joined BB8 Tamil.

Sreethu and Arjun, a model had developed a close bonding during BB6 Malayalam show. Her mother was not too keen on this relationship.

Kamal back on December 9 for Amaran success meet ; TN CM is Chief Guest - Rajini Coolie on May 1 - T69 update

 Kamal Haasan will be back on December 9 from USA to attend the success meet of his production Amaran. The public function will see Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin will be Chief Guest. As December 12 is Rajinikanth birthday, the Superstar goes out of town and so his availability for the function is not known. But as of now December 12 is the Amarn event .Though it was widely publicised that NetFlix pushed the premiere by a week and release it on December 5th due to good theatre collections, the real reason was that Kamal who is away in USA wanted to hold the function just few days after OTT release and thereby give out a final tally at theatre box office at the event. He could arrive only by first weekend of December and so he and NetFlix agreed on this release date. The box office collections after the second weekend has dropped drastically in all releasing areas and with Kanguva coming on November 14th, the film's run will be almost over. On Tuesday, it was Rs 3.6 cr in Tamil and almost a pittance in other States.

Coolie directed by Lokesh with Rajinikanth is all set for May 1 the workers day and also it will get an extended weekend holiday. Lokesh after the film has to move to Kaithi 2 with Karthi. The film has Nagarjuna, Upendra, Sruthi Haasan, Sathyaraj, Shoubin, Music by Anirudh. Aamir Khan is said to have played a cameo.

Rajinikanth and Dhanush in Jailer (2023) and Captain Miller (2024) , Shiva Rajkumar revealed that he has been approached for a role in Thalapathy 68. Talking to Radio Mirchi , ge said - “They have approached me for a beautiful character in Vijay’s film. It sounds interesting, but I don’t know how it will shape up because of my dates. They are saying it’s Vijay’s last film, but I personally feel it should not be so. As a friend and well-wisher, I think Vijay is a fantastic actor and a good human being. The ambition that he has got is fantastic. I respect him for that. So I hope I freeze the project.”