Thug Life, the much-anticipated project, marks the second collaboration between the legendary duo Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam. Touted as an interlink action drama, the project is now nearing the final stages of production. Initially announced with a different star cast, the movie underwent significant changes due to unexpected delays in shooting. Recently, the team officially welcomed Nasser and Abhirami on board with a special social media post.
Welcoming Nasser and Abhirami to Thug Life
In a recent update, the makers of Thug Life took to the official social media handles of Raaj Kamal Films International and Madras Talkies to announce a major cast update. The post read, “Excited to welcome #Nasser and @abhiramiact to the stellar #ThugLife family,” officially welcoming the popular actors to the film. Although both Nasser and Abhirami had joined the Kamal Haasan starrer from its first schedule, the team chose to keep this under wraps until the filming reached its final stages.
Production Progress and Cast Updates
The initial cast of Thug Life saw several changes due to unforeseen delays, leading to the inclusion of esteemed actors like Nasser and Abhirami. This decision underscores the filmmakers’ commitment to delivering a stellar performance with a robust and talented cast. The strategic announcement during the final stages of filming has heightened the anticipation among fans and followers of the project.
Thug Life Release Date
As Thug Life moves into its final stages, the production team remains focused on ensuring a seamless and timely completion. The early commencement of post-production work highlights the meticulous planning involved in bringing this ambitious project to life.
According to reports, Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR have already completed dubbing for the first half of the film. While the team still has portions of the film left to shoot. The direction team has proactively started post-production work on the finished segments. Mani Ratnam and his team plan to wrap up the filming by the end of September 2024, with the remaining schedules set in Goa and Russia. If all goes as planned, Thug Life is slated to hit theaters worldwide in December 2024.