(This article is authored by Alar)

In a momentous reunion that has sent waves of excitement through the hearts of cinema enthusiasts, Indian cinema legends Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan have come together after a hiatus of 33 years. The dynamic duo is set to grace the silver screen in Lyca Productions’ much-anticipated project, "Thalaivar 170," directed by the talented T.J. Gnanavel.

Rajinikanth, the iconic superstar of Tamil cinema, expressed his overwhelming joy in a recent social media post, sharing a captivating picture with Amitabh Bachchan from the sets of Thalaivar 170. Superstar took to X (formerly Twitter), and wrote, "After 33 years, I am working again with my mentor, the phenomenon Shri Amitabh Bachchan, in the upcoming Lyca’s "Thalaivar 170," directed by T.J. Gnanavel. My heart is thumping with joy!@SrBachchan@LycaProductions@tjgnan#Thalaivar170", "

Their energy and charisma in the photograph have set the internet ablaze, generating buzz and anticipation for the upcoming cinematic spectacle. "Thalaivar 170," a brainchild of director T.J. Gnanavel, which is produced by Subaskaran Allirajah under the esteemed banner of Lyca Productions.

The movie boasts an ensemble cast that includes the legendary Rajinikanth, the incomparable Amitabh Bachchan, the versatile Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Manju Warrier, Ritika Singh, and Dushara Vijayan.Rakshan, and G. M. Sundar.

The music for Thalaivar 170 will be composed by Anirudh Ravichander, cinematography, by S.R. Kathir, edited by Philomin Raj. The film is scheduled for a theatrical release in 2024, "Thalaivar 170" is poised to set new benchmarks in Indian cinema. 

After 33 years, I am working again with my mentor, the phenomenon, Shri Amitabh Bachchan in the upcoming Lyca’s "Thalaivar 170" directed by T.J Gnanavel. My heart is thumping with joy!@SrBachchan @LycaProductions @tjgnan#Thalaivar170 pic.twitter.com/RwzI7NXK4y

— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) October 25, 2023