Basil Joseph may play Rajinikanth's son in Thalaivar173

Casting chatter just cranked up the hype around Rajinikanth’s next big-ticket entertainer, and fans are already dissecting every rumor.

Basil Joseph linked to Thalaivar173

• Rajinikanth is headlining the tentatively titled Thalaivar173.
• Basil Joseph is rumored to portray his on-screen son.
• Priyanka Arul Mohan is also tipped for a key part.
• Team has not confirmed any of this casting talk.

Cibi Chakravarthy’s big promise

• Cibi Chakravarthy is steering the project.
• Director said cameras start rolling in mid April.
• At Thaai Kelavi event, he teased calling action for Rajinikanth.
• Promise to fans was simple, walk out satisfied.

Raaj Kamal Films fuels buzz

• Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International is backing it.
• Announcement from RKFI sent excitement soaring.
• Rajinikanth described it as a proper commercial entertainer.
• With Love event saw Cibi double down on confidence.