Kamal Haasan’s New Film Rumoured to Be Titled Sandiyar
Reports suggest Kamal Haasan's next film with director SU Arun Kumar may be titled Sandiyar, with a first look expected on his 72nd birthday and a November shoot.
Kamal Haasan watchers may soon have a name for the actor’s next action film. A new report suggests the project with director SU Arun Kumar is likely to be titled Sandiyar, with the first reveal expected around the star’s 72nd birthday.
What the buzz says
According to a Valai Pechu report cited by Pinkvilla, a photoshoot for the film has already been completed. The stills and first-look poster are expected to be released on Kamal Haasan’s birthday, and shooting is likely to begin in November. The makers have not confirmed the title or any other details yet, so fans should treat Sandiyar as a strong rumour for now.
The kind of film being planned
If the reports hold, this will be a grounded action entertainer. The entire film is said to be shot in Madurai, with Kamal Haasan sporting a short-haired look. The makers are reportedly avoiding CGI de-aging and dance sequences, and a middle-aged actress is expected to play the female co-lead.
That creative direction is notable. Kamal Haasan has often been associated with elaborate transformations and high-concept visuals, so a stripped-back, location-first action film would be a meaningful change of pace for his audience.
For followers of Kamal Haasan, the details read like a deliberate repositioning. A Madurai-set action film with no de-aging and no dance breaks signals a leaner, performance-first mode, and that contrast is exactly why the title and first look are being watched closely even before the makers make anything official.
The project that was talked about earlier
Before this collaboration took shape, Kamal Haasan was reportedly attached to a project tentatively called KH237 with action director duo Anbariv. That film was said to be penned by Syam Pushkaran, with Jakes Bejoy handling music, but no fresh updates have arrived since. The shift from KH237 to a reported Sandiyar suggests the SU Arun Kumar film may now be the closer reality.
Where this fits into his slate
Kamal Haasan was last seen in Mani Ratnam’s Thug Life, now streaming on Netflix. His upcoming lineup already includes several big-ticket projects:
- With SU Arun Kumar: rumoured title Sandiyar, with a Madurai-set action story.
- With Rajinikanth: the Nelson Dilipkumar-directed KHxRK, reuniting the two stars after four decades.
- Kalki 2: alongside Prabhas and Amitabh Bachchan.
- Indian 3: Shankar’s vigilante sequel, reportedly expected in Summer 2027.
Why the birthday reveal matters
The choice of a birthday reveal, if it happens, is a familiar fan-first move in Indian cinema. Milestone dates are often used to launch a first look for a major star, and Kamal Haasan’s birthday would give the film a ready-made news cycle. With shooting expected in November, the timing would also let the team start production with momentum.
What to watch for next
The title and first look are still unofficial, so the next clear signal will come from Kamal Haasan’s team or the production house. If the birthday reveal happens, it will give viewers an early sense of the film’s tone and Kamal’s physical transformation for the role. Until then, Thug Life remains the easiest way to catch the actor’s most recent lead performance.
Source: PINKVILLA
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