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Thug Life Audio Launch Postponed: National Solidarity Over Celebration
Updated on: 09 May, 2025 04:02 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
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In a significant move reflecting national sentiment, the highly anticipated audio launch of Kamal Haasan`s upcoming film "Thug Life," has been postponed. The event, originally slated for May 16, 2025, in Chennai, has been deferred due to the prevailing heightened at India`s borders.
Haasan further elaborated on the need for civic responsibility, stating, “As citizens, it is our duty to respond with restraint and solidarity. Celebration must make way for reflection.” This decision comes a few days after the actor praised the Indian armed forces for "Operation Sindoor," a major military operation targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
"Thug Life" is one of the most eagerly awaited films of the year, primarily because it reunites two titans of Tamil cinema: Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam. Their last collaboration, the iconic "Nayakan" (1987), remains a classic. The anticipation for their new venture, described as an action gangster drama, is immense.
The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Silambarasan TR, Trisha, Joju George, Ashok Selvan, and Abhirami. Kamal Haasan is set to portray a character named Rangaraya Sakthivel Naickan in what Mani Ratnam`s production house, Madras Talkies, has described as "an epic tale of power, rebellion, and triumph."
The film`s music is composed by the legendary A.R. Rahman, and the first single, ‘Jinguchaa’, was launched with much fanfare in April. Cinematography is handled by Ravi K. Chandran, editing by Sreekar Prasad, and stunt choreography by the Anbariv duo.
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Despite the delay in the audio launch, "Thug Life" is currently scheduled to hit theatres on June 5. Fans, while understanding the reason for the postponement, will undoubtedly be eagerly awaiting further announcements from the makers.
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A Nation First Approach
The decision was announced by Kamal Haasan himself, whose production house Raajkamal Films International is backing the ambitious project. In a heartfelt statement, the actor and producer emphasised the importance of national unity during sensitive times. “Art can wait. India comes first,” he declared, adding, “In view of the developments at our nation’s border and the current state of heightened , we have decided to reschedule the audio launch. As our soldiers stand firm on the frontlines with unflinching courage in defence of our motherland, I believe it is time for quiet solidarity, not celebration.”Haasan further elaborated on the need for civic responsibility, stating, “As citizens, it is our duty to respond with restraint and solidarity. Celebration must make way for reflection.” This decision comes a few days after the actor praised the Indian armed forces for "Operation Sindoor," a major military operation targeting terror infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.
"Thug Life" is one of the most eagerly awaited films of the year, primarily because it reunites two titans of Tamil cinema: Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam. Their last collaboration, the iconic "Nayakan" (1987), remains a classic. The anticipation for their new venture, described as an action gangster drama, is immense.
The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, including Silambarasan TR, Trisha, Joju George, Ashok Selvan, and Abhirami. Kamal Haasan is set to portray a character named Rangaraya Sakthivel Naickan in what Mani Ratnam`s production house, Madras Talkies, has described as "an epic tale of power, rebellion, and triumph."
The film`s music is composed by the legendary A.R. Rahman, and the first single, ‘Jinguchaa’, was launched with much fanfare in April. Cinematography is handled by Ravi K. Chandran, editing by Sreekar Prasad, and stunt choreography by the Anbariv duo.
Also Read: Kamal Haasan to Play Triple Role in Mani Ratnam’s `Thug Life`; Here`s What We Know
Future Plans and Unanswered Questions
While a new date for the audio launch will be announced in due course, the postponement has also cast uncertainty over a planned musical event in Australia, where the entire "Thug Life" team was expected to participate. It remains unclear whether this event will also be rescheduled.Despite the delay in the audio launch, "Thug Life" is currently scheduled to hit theatres on June 5. Fans, while understanding the reason for the postponement, will undoubtedly be eagerly awaiting further announcements from the makers.
Also Read: Kamal Haasan Renounces the Title “Ulaganayagan” in an Official Statement
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