Kamal Haasan: Cult Classic Performance Praised
- Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam are collaborating again for "Thug Life," a gangster action drama, raising anticipation among fans.
- The film,slated for release June 5,has already generated approximately $1.15 million (Rs 9.6 crore) in advance bookings in india, according to Sacnilk.
- Umair Sandhu, a self-proclaimed critic, has already weighed in, calling "thug Life" a "cult classic thriller" with strong performances from Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR (STR). Sandhu praised...
Kamal Haasan returns to the screen, and early reviews hail “Thug Life” as a cult classic thriller. This gangster action drama, a collaboration with director Mani Ratnam, has already secured approximately $1.15 million in advance bookings in India. Critics are already praising the film’s story, action sequences, and the powerful musical combination of A.R. Rahman and Mani Ratnam. The film’s success rides on its actors—Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR (STR)—with some buzz, although pre-release, being just below the actor’s previous projects. Explore the latest on this highly anticipated release from News Directory 3,including details of the cast that features Trisha krishnan,Abhirami,and more. Discover what’s next for “Thug Life” as it hits theaters.
‘Thug Life’ buzz: Kamal Haasan film sees promising advance sales, early review
Updated June 4, 2025
Kamal Haasan and director Mani Ratnam are collaborating again for “Thug Life,” a gangster action drama, raising anticipation among fans. Their previous venture, “Nayakan,” was released in 1987.
The film,slated for release June 5,has already generated approximately $1.15 million (Rs 9.6 crore) in advance bookings in india, according to Sacnilk. while excitement is high, pre-release buzz appears slightly lower than Haasan’s previous projects.
Umair Sandhu, a self-proclaimed critic, has already weighed in, calling “thug Life” a “cult classic thriller” with strong performances from Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR (STR). Sandhu praised the story, action, and the A.R. Rahman-Mani ratnam musical combination.
Frist Review #Thuglife ! It’s a Cult Classic Thriller with terrific performances by #KamalHaasan & #STR. Power Packed Story & Action Stunts. #ARRehman & #ManiRatnam Deadly combo is Back with Bang !! Go for it !
3.5⭐️/5⭐️ pic.twitter.com/npI7JVUlNz
— Umair Sandhu (@UmairSandu) June 2, 2025
The film also stars Trisha Krishnan, abhirami, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Ashok selvan, Joju George, Nassar, Ali Fazal, Rohit Saraf, and Baburaj.
What’s next
Despite some controversy surrounding Kamal Haasan’s remarks at a promotional event, “Thug Life” is still expected to be a major release.The film’s performance in theaters will reveal whether it lives up to the early hype.