“Kanguva,” also known as “Kanguva: A Mighty Valiant Saga,” is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language fantasy action film directed by Siva. The movie boasts a star-studded ensemble cast, including Suriya, Bobby Deol, and Disha Patani (making her Tamil debut).
The project was initially announced in April 2019 under the working title “Suriya 39,” marking Suriya’s 39th lead role film1. Pre-production began in January 2021, but production faced delays due to Siva directing another film, “Annaatthe” (2021). However, in January 2022, Suriya confirmed that “Kanguva” was still in progress, and the project was reannounced as “Suriya 42” in August of the same year1.
Clash of Titans: Kanguva vs. Vettaiyan
The buzz around “Kanguva” intensified when Suriya revealed the film’s release date: October 10, 2024. This announcement set the stage for a fierce battle at the box office, as it coincided with the release date of another highly anticipated film, “Vettaiyan,” starring superstar Rajinikanth. Rajinikanth himself had announced during a conversation with a saint that “Vettaiyan” would hit theaters for Dussehra, with his portions already completed1.
Delayed Showdown
Initially slated for a summer release, “Kanguva” faced delays in shooting and post-production, pushing its release date to October 10, 2024. The anticipation surrounding both films escalated, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the clash between these cinematic giants1.
Cast and Crew
Apart from Suriya, “Kanguva” features an impressive lineup of actors, including Disha Patani, Bobby Deol, Prakash Raj, Yogi Babu, and Vasundhara Kashyap. The film is produced by KE Gnanavelraja and Vamsi Pramod under the banners of Studio Green and UV Creations. Meanwhile, “Vettaiyan” boasts popular names like Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Ritika Singh1.
Kanguva & Vettaiyan Release Date
To ensure a grand global release, Studio Green, the production house behind “Kanguva,” has partnered with top distribution houses. The film will hit theaters worldwide in standard, 3D, and IMAX formats, making it one of the most expensive Indian films ever made2. While Rajinikanth’s Vettaiyan is also eyeing to release on the same day s Kanguva.
So mark your calendars for October 10, 2024. As these two cinematic powerhouses go head-to-head, promising an exhilarating clash at the box office!