After months of speculation, Superstar Rajinikanth’s much-anticipated project, earlier referred to as #Thalaivar173, has finally been officially titled “Dharman.” The announcement has triggered massive excitement among fans, marking a fresh wave of anticipation around the film.
The film, now officially known as Dharman, brings together Rajinikanth and acclaimed filmmaker Ashwath Marimuthu for the first time, making it one of the most talked-about upcoming Indian cinema projects.
Kamal Haasan Unveils ‘Dharman’ Title Poster
The official title of Dharman was unveiled by actor, producer, and politician Kamal Haasan through his production house Raaj Kamal Films International (RKFI). He shared the striking first-look poster on his social media account, confirming the film’s title launch.
In his post, he wrote, “Dharmame vellum! (Dharma will only win) #Dharman #Thalaivar173 #SuperstarRajinikanth.” The announcement instantly boosted excitement around Dharman, trending widely among fans online.
Rajinikanth’s Intense First Look Sparks Curiosity
The first-look poster of Dharman features superstar Rajinikanth in a gripping and intense setting. He is seen inside what appears to be an operation theatre, holding a surgical scalpel, while standing over a slain gangster.
This powerful visual has fueled speculation that Rajinikanth may be portraying a doctor or someone with a dual-layered intense character in movie , though no official confirmation has been made by the makers.
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Ashwath Marimuthu to Direct the Film
The film is being directed by Ashwath Marimuthu, known for his critically and commercially successful work. His collaboration with Rajinikanth has already raised expectations among audiences and industry insiders.
தர்மமே வெல்லும்!#Dharman #Thalaivar173 #SuperstarRajinikanth @rajinikanth #Mahendran @Dir_Ashwath @anirudhofficial @anbariv @RKFI @turmericmediaTM @magizhmandram pic.twitter.com/9ghF9XgboI
— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) June 24, 2026
The announcement gained momentum after RKFI posted a birthday video for the director, hinting at his involvement in Dharman. Fans quickly connected the dots, and the official confirmation has now validated earlier speculation.
Strong Technical Team Behind ‘Dharman’
Apart from its lead cast and director, movie also boasts a powerful technical crew. Music for the film will be composed by Anirudh Ravichander, while cinematography is handled by Niketh Bommi. Editing will be done by Pradeep E. Raghav.
The action sequences in movie will be choreographed by National Award-winning stunt duo Anbariv, further raising expectations for high-octane sequences.
Produced Under RKFI Banner
The film is produced by Kamal Haasan and R. Mahendran under Raaj Kamal Films International, with co-production by S. Disney. With such a strong team backing Dharman, the project is expected to be one of the biggest releases in Indian cinema.
As anticipation builds, movie continues to dominate conversations across social media and fan circles, with audiences eagerly waiting for more updates on Rajinikanth’s powerful new avatar.