"Behind every storm, there’s a soul that anchors it…” — with this evocative line, the makers of OG unveiled Priyanka Mohan as Kanmani, marking a key emotional pivot in what’s shaping up to be one of 2025’s most anticipated action dramas. Directed by Sujeeth and starring Pawan Kalyan in a gritty lead role, OG is slated for release on September 25, 2025.
Priyanka Mohan’s casting brings new energy to the film’s narrative landscape. Known for her nuanced performances in films like Etharkkum Thunindhavan and her SIIMA Award-winning debut, Mohan has steadily built a reputation for grounding high-stakes stories with emotional resonance. Her role as Kanmani is expected to serve as the emotional counterweight to the film’s intense gangster drama, potentially shaping the moral compass of the lead character.
OG, short for "Original Gangster," follows the return of a feared don to Mumbai after a decade-long exile. With Emraan Hashmi, Arjun Das, and Prakash Raj joining the cast, the film promises a dense ensemble of complex characters against a backdrop of power struggles and urban decay. The narrative is particularly timely, as a 2023 University of Mumbai study reported a 15% increase in audience interest in gangster films, citing the genre’s alignment with contemporary social anxieties around crime and justice.
Adding to the buzz, the team has teased the upcoming second single promo, with music composed by Thaman S, whose recent work has consistently topped charts across South Indian cinema. With the soundtrack expected to amplify the film’s dark, brooding atmosphere, the promo is eagerly awaited by fans.
Backed by DVV Movies and produced by Kalyan Dasari, OG promises not just spectacle but layered storytelling. The introduction of Kanmani suggests a deeper emotional thread running through the chaos — a storm, yes, but one with an anchor.