Rajinikanth's Vettaiyan Backs Out Of Dussehra Clash With Kanguva, Jigra?

Rajinikanth has been busy shooting for his upcoming movie Vettaiyan. Helmed by TJ Gnanavel, the movie is a mix of action, and emotional drama and would give out a social message. Earlier, makers had announced that the movie would be releasing on October 10, during the Dasara holidays. The movie was set to clash with Suriya starrer Kanguva. However, now, it seems the makers are planning to avert the clash.

Vettaiyan to release on Diwali 2024?

Rajinikanth was papped at an airport where reporters asked him about Kamal Haawsna starrer Indian 2 and his much-awaited movie Vettaiyan. Rajini praised Indian 2 and said, "It is a good film". Regarding Vettaiyan, he said, "The release date is yet to be locked. The dubbing works are in the process". He also gave an update on Coolie, being directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, and shared that the shooting has commenced.

According to a report in Telugu360.com, the makers are planning to shift the release to Diwali 2024. If the reports are to be believed then, Kanguva will have a solo release which might be helpful for the movie's business. However, we will have to wait for the official announcement.

What else do we know about Vettaiyan?

Apart from Rajinikanth, the movie also stars an ensemble cast that includes Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Ritika Singh and Dushara Vijayan. It marks the reunion of Rajini and Big B after decades. They last collaborated on the 1991 Hindi film Hum, helmed by Mukul S Anand.  The film has music composed by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography handled by S. R. Kathir and editing by Philomin Raj. The movie is being bankrolled by Subaskaran Allirajah under Lyca Productions.