Ali Fazal Wraps Up Shooting For Mani Ratnam’s Highly Anticipated Film Thug Life Starring Kamal Haasan

Ali Fazal has completed his scenes for the Tamil-language film, Thug Life, directed by Mani Ratnam. This project marks Fazal's first venture into South Indian cinema and has been eagerly awaited since its announcement.

The film is directed by Mani Ratnam and features a star-studded cast including Kamal Hassan, Trisha, Abhirami, Nasser, Joju George, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, and Aishwarya Lekshmi. It showcases a blend of talent from various Indian film industries.

Ali Fazal expressed his gratitude for working with Mani Ratnam and the esteemed cast. "It has been an absolute honor to work under Mani Ratnam sir's visionary direction. The opportunity to share the screen with icons like Kamal Hassan sir and the rest of this extraordinary cast is something I'll cherish forever. The last two months have been transformative for me as an actor - learning Tamil, immersing myself in a new cinematic culture, and pushing my creative boundaries. Mani sir creates a world so immersive and rich, and I can confidently say this film will be a cinematic feast for audiences across India and beyond. I cannot wait for everyone to witness the magic we've created together."

Thug Life signifies Mani Ratnam's return to directing after a break, making it highly anticipated this year. Its captivating storyline combined with an impressive cast and Ratnam's unique storytelling style has heightened expectations among fans and critics.

The production of Thug Life is nearly finished, with its release scheduled for June 5, 2025. As audiences prepare for this grand cinematic event, the film aims to celebrate the richness and excellence of Indian cinema.

The movie is produced by Kamal Haasan's Raaj Kamal Film International, Mani Ratnam's Madras Talkies, and Red Giant Movies. AR Rahman is composing the music for this ambitious project.