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Tamil cinema's legendary actor Rajinikanth is celebrating his 73rd birthday today, and to mark the occasion, the teaser and title of his upcoming film 'Thalaivar 170' have been revealed. The film, officially named Vettaiyan, showcases Rajinikanth in a commanding role.
Rajinikanth, who is regarded as a superstar in Tamil cinema, continues to captivate audiences with his performances. Following the success of Jailer, he appears to be embracing his age on the screen once again.
The wait is over! Presenting the title of #Thalaivar170 - VETTAIYAN
— Lyca Productions (@LycaProductions) December 12, 2023
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Unleashing Thalaivar's power, style & swag on his special day! #Vettaiyan @rajinikanth @SrBachchan @tjgnan @anirudhofficial @LycaProductions #Subaskaran… pic.twitter.com/6wD1c5Zehw
Based on the teaser, it seems that he will be portraying an intriguing character on a quest. Directed by DJ Gnanavel, Vettaiyan showcases Rajinikanth's signature style and has been expertly edited to appeal to his fans.
The film has been shot in various locations, including Thiruvananthapuram, Tirunelveli, and Mumbai. Alongside Rajinikanth, the cast includes Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan, Rana Daggubati, Bahad Basil, Ritika Singh, Manju Warrier, and Tusara Vijayan in significant roles.
Anirudh Ravichander has composed the film's music, while Lyca Productions has funded the project.