Rajinikanth's new film, #Thalaivar173, directed by Cibi Chakravarthy, is set for a January 2027 release.

Rajinikanth's upcoming film, tentatively titled #Thalaivar173 and directed by Cibi Chakravarthy, is set for a January 2027 release during the Pongal festival, according to Raaj Kamal Films International. The film, produced by Kamal Haasan's company, will begin shooting in mid-April 2024 and is expected to be a commercial entertainer. The announcement has generated significant anticipation, marking a major collaboration between Rajinikanth and the new director.