Historic Collaboration Alert: Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, AR Rahman Unite For Thug Life First Single

As Thug Life gears up for its grand theatrical release, excitement has reached new heights with the unveiling of a behind-the-scenes (BTS) video featuring three of Indian cinema’s most revered artists—Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, and AR Rahman. The film marks a historic collaboration, bringing the trio together for the first time, and fans are eagerly awaiting the musical journey that lies ahead.

The makers took to their official X handle to share an electrifying glimpse of the creative process behind the film’s much-anticipated first single. The video showcases Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, and AR Rahman gathered at Rahman’s studio, hinting at the grandeur that awaits audiences. The caption read, “#ThugstersFirstSingle coming soon #ThugLife #ThugLifeFromJune5 #KamalHaasan #SilambarasanTR A #ManiRatnam Film.”

This latest update has intensified buzz around Thug Life, which reunites Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan after their iconic 1987 film Nayakan. However, what makes this project even more special is the addition of AR Rahman, whose compositions have defined some of the most memorable cinematic experiences. The fusion of Ratnam’s storytelling, Haasan’s versatility, and Rahman’s signature sound promises a film unlike any other.

Backed by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International, Mani Ratnam’s Madras Talkies, R Mahendran, and Siva Ananth, Thug Life boasts an impressive ensemble cast. Kamal Haasan takes center stage as Rangaraaya Sakthivel Naicker, alongside powerhouses such as Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Ashok Selvan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Joju George, and Abhirami. The film’s supporting lineup includes Nassar, Chetan, Mahesh Manjrekar, Tanikella Bharani, Bagavathi Perumal, Chinni Jayanth, and Vaiyapuri. Adding to its star-studded appeal, the film also features Ali Fazal, Rohit Saraf, Baburaj, Pankaj Tripathi, Arjun Chidambaram, Rajshri Deshpande, Sanya Malhotra, and Vadivukarasi.

With Thug Life slated for a worldwide release on June 5, 2025, and the first single set to drop soon, the film is already shaping up to be one of the most significant releases of the year. As fans eagerly await more updates, this collaboration continues to fuel expectations for a cinematic and musical masterpiece.