Highlights
Known for impressive and immersive performances in films like Kandahar, Death on the Nile, Victoria And Abdul, and more, Ali Fazal has wrapped the shoot for the pan-Indian actioner-drama-thriller film Thug Life.
About Ali Fazal’s pan-Indian film debut with Thug Life:
The Tamil-language film has been generating immense buzz ever since it was revealed that ace performer Ali Fazal is on board for the film, which will mark his massive debut in the South Indian film industry. This film is a stepping stone for the actor into the industry since it is being helmed by the legendary South film maestro Mani Ratnam.
Critically acclaimed and nuanced Bollywood actor Ali Fazal is pushing his boundaries by attempting challenging and intriguing roles in different films that only prove his versatility and mettle to audiences and fans as an actor.
About Thug Life film’s stacked star cast:
Talking about the ensemble star cast of the film, it stars the finest Indian cinema mavericks like Kamal Hassan, Trisha, Abhirami, Nasser, Joju George, Ali Fazal, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, and Aishwarya Lekshmi in pivotal roles. The film overall promises to be a spectacular cinematic pan-Indian extravaganza that brings together actors from different industries in the film.
Ali Fazal on his experience of working in Thug Life:
Talking about his pleasant experience of working in the film Thug Life under the excellent direction of legendary ace director Mani Ratnam and highlighting his happiness about sharing screen space with South superstar Kamal Hassan in his debut pan-Indian film, Ali Fazal said, “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 will cherish forever.”
Ali Fazal on how the last two months have been a learning experience:
Furthermore, also opening up about how the last two months have completely altered his life as an actor in terms of learning Tamil, getting into the skin of his character, and blending into this new form of cinematic culture, Ali Fazal added, “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 that – we have created together.”
About Mani Ratnam helmed pan-Indian Tamil film Thug Life:
For those unaware, Thug Life starring Ali Fazal in pivotal role with other cast, is an eagerly awaited film project because it officially marks the return of ace South filmmaker Mani Ratnam as a director back to the South industry after his long hiatus period. The film’s interesting premise, blended with its hand-picked and apt star cast and with the ‘Saathiya’ filmmaker’s iconic way of storytelling, has already piqued the fun and excitement level of audiences and cinema lovers who have waited for Mani Ratnam’s comeback as a director to films.
About Tamil pan-Indian film Thug Life production and release date details:
With the film’s production process inching slowly towards its completion, the film will hit theatres on June 5, 2025. As the curtains rise on this extravagant cinematic venture, Thug Life promises to be a celebration of Indian cinema’s diversity and excellence.
Thug Life is produced by a powerhouse team, including Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Film International, Mani Ratnam’s Madras Talkies, and Red Giant Movies with AR Rahman scoring the music.
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