Thug Life is all the rage, and for a good reason. The film has a stellar cast including Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, A.R. Rahman, Trisha and Silambarasan TR, making it one of the most anticipated releases of 2025. The makers of the film, which is slated to hit theatres on June 5, 2025, have already started teasing glimpses of what’s to come, from powerful teasers to heartwarming behind-the-scenes moments.
Trisha and Silambarasan reunite after 15 years
At a recent event in Chennai, the excitement was palpable as the first single, Jingucha, was launched. Trisha, who plays the lead in Thug Life, shared details about her on-screen comeback with Silambarasan TR, fondly known as Simbu. The duo, known for their unforgettable chemistry in Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa, will be reuniting for the first time since that 2010 classic. Trisha said, “Many people have been asking since VTV when Simbu and I will work together. Finally we are here and you will see some magic in this film.”
This is Trisha and Silambarasan TR’s third film together, having previously worked together in Alai and VTV. The actress revealed that their bond has grown stronger over the years and fans can expect a new dynamic between their characters in Thug Life. Interestingly, she revealed that she will not be seen in the gangster portions of the film, but added that those portions have turned out exceptionally well.
Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam: A glorious reunion
Thug Life also represents an important reunion behind the camera. Kamal Haasan and Mani Ratnam last worked together in the 1987 cult classic Nayakan. Almost four decades later, they are back to create cinematic magic again, and fans couldn’t be more thrilled. Recalling her experience of working with both the legends, Trisha said, “I was quite young when I did my first films with them, but they always make sure they break the bubble. Rehearsals are thorough, and everything goes smooth on the set.”
She also praised the collaborative spirit of both Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan. She said, “They don’t have a sense of hierarchy on the set. That’s probably why they are legends.”
AR Rahman on creating the sound of Thug Life
The only one who adds more charm to the film’s music scene is AR Rahman. Speaking at the launch, the composer expressed both the excitement and the creative pressure of scoring the music for this movie. Rahman joked, “For every scene I’m scoring, I feel like Kamal sir is looking at me from the screen and asking, ‘What are you going to do?'” He acknowledged Nayakan’s immense legacy, but also made it clear that Thug Life is going its own way.
“This film is not Nayakan. It’s different, more forward-thinking and has a sound that’s true to today. But there are still glimpses of that old magic.” His dedication is evident – he’s been scoring for over four months and refining the soundtrack with feedback from Mani Ratnam.
Behind-the-scenes moments added to the excitement
The press conference also witnessed a heartwarming moment when Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam and Silambarasan were seen enjoying traditional South Indian food on a banana leaf. It was a rare glimpse of the camaraderie between the team, showing how much warmth and mutual respect there is in Thug Life.
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A Strong Cast and Production Backing
Produced by Udhayanidhi Stalin’s Red Giant Movies, Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International and Mani Ratnam’s Madras Talkies, Thug Life features a strong supporting cast including Nassar, Joju George, Ali Fazal, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Abhirami and Ashok Selvan.
As the hype builds up, fans can expect more teasers, tracks and updates ahead of the release. As of now, the first wave of buzz around this movie has set the stage for a historic moment in Tamil cinema. Whether it’s the high-octane action, the iconic reunions, or Rahman’s score, Thug Life seems to live up to its name.
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