The buzz around Thug Life, the much-awaited gangster action drama, hit a high today as Raaj Kamal Films International unveiled a striking new poster and confirmed the trailer launch for 5 PM on May 17, 2025. Directed by Mani Ratnam and starring Kamal Haasan, the film is a major cinematic event, marking the duo's reunion after nearly four decades since their iconic 1987 collaboration, Nayakan. The announcement, posted with the tagline “When the Thugs walk in at 5pm today, the World Watches,” has sent fans into a frenzy.
Thug Life features an impressive ensemble cast that includes Kamal Haasan, Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, and others, promising an intense and layered narrative. Known for its action-packed sequences, the film's choreography is handled by the celebrated stunt duo Anbariv, and the musical score is composed by none other than A.R. Rahman, adding depth and grandeur to the storytelling. The first look poster teases a gritty atmosphere, establishing the film’s mood as a high-stakes gangster epic.
Scheduled for release on June 5, 2025, Thug Life is being positioned as a landmark film not just for its cast and crew, but for Tamil cinema as a whole. With Ratnam's trademark storytelling and Haasan’s powerful screen presence, expectations are sky-high. The film is expected to explore themes of crime, identity, and redemption, echoing the legacy of Nayakan while introducing a new era of cinematic grit.
Adding to the excitement, the audio launch is set for May 24, with Rahman’s soundtrack already drawing interest from fans and critics alike. Given the pedigree of the team and the cinematic history they bring, Thug Life is not just a film—it’s an event, a throwback to the golden days of Tamil cinema, and a bold step into its future.