If the latest word on Dharman is any indication, Rajinikanth is not just powering through another action film, he is doing it with a breezy, playful energy that has clearly rubbed off on the set. Director Ashwath Marimuthu has now confirmed that the film will wrap shooting by October 2026, giving fans their strongest production update yet on one of the superstar’s most closely watched projects.
Ashwath Marimuthu Shares New Dharman Shoot Update
Speaking at a public event, Ashwath Marimuthu said, “Dharman shoot will be over in October 2026. Two schedules have been completed. Rajinikanth sir is in a Gen-Z vibe, and the film will be a very likeable one. We are having quite some fun.” The statement offers the clearest production marker yet for Dharman, while also hinting at a lighter, stylish screen presence from Rajinikanth in the film.
Ashwath also opened up about working closely with the superstar and the atmosphere he brings to the set. The director said, “My previous heroes, Ashok (Selvan) and Pradeep (Ranganathan), are young and my friends, but I’ve never seen a sweeter person like Rajini sir. Just like Nelson said, he’s a fantabulous human being. Also, he stands up whenever I go near him. I asked him why, and he said, ‘It is out of respect for the craft and the director.'”
What We Know About Dharman So Far
Dharman, which was earlier referred to as Thalaivar 173, features Rajinikanth in the lead, alongside Raashii Khanna, Rukmini Vasanth, and Yogi Babu. With shooting now confirmed to continue through October 2026, the film has locked in a clear production runway as Ashwath Marimuthu pushes ahead with the star-led action entertainer.
The crew behind the film adds to that expectation. Anirudh Ravichander is composing the music, Niketh Bommireddy is handling cinematography, and the project is being mounted as a slick commercial package. Between the action setup and Ashwath’s remarks about the set atmosphere, Dharman is shaping up as a film driven as much by charm and swagger as by scale.
Rajinikanth’s Recent And Upcoming Work
That makes Dharman especially interesting within Rajinikanth’s current career phase. Over the last few years, he has continued to move between fan-driven event films and collaborations that let different filmmakers tap into distinct shades of his screen persona. He was seen in Lal Salaam and Vettaiyan in 2024, followed by Coolie in 2025, keeping his theatrical run active and varied.
Another major title in his slate is Jailer 2, which has already added to the anticipation around what comes next from the superstar. Against that backdrop, Dharman stands out for a different reason. The latest update is not just about a shoot deadline, but about the tone Rajinikanth is bringing to the film. If Ashwath Marimuthu’s description holds on screen, audiences could be in for an action entertainer powered by a star who looks completely at ease, and completely in sync with the moment.
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