Tamil cinema is getting ready for one of its biggest films ever. The much-awaited reunion of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan is finally moving forward. The film is tentatively titled KH x RK and will be directed by . Fans are already calling it a historic collaboration because the two legends are coming together after many years.
The announcement promo created massive buzz online. Now, new reports suggest that the director is planning something even bigger for this mega project.
Shooting to Begin After Current Film Commitments
According to industry reports, the shooting of KH x RK will start only after both superstars finish their current projects.
has already completed major work, including Jailer 2. He is expected to begin shooting for his next film, tentatively titled Thalaivar 173, in April 2026. Interestingly, this project is said to be produced by .
Only after completing these commitments will Rajinikanth join the KH x RK project. Kamal Haasan also has pending work to finish before stepping into Nelson’s film. Because of these schedules, shooting is likely to begin in late 2026 or early 2027.
This careful planning shows that the makers want to give enough time and attention to make this film truly special.
Mammootty Likely to Play a Powerful Guest Role
The biggest new update is about . Reports say he has been approached for a special guest appearance in the film.
If the rumors are true, Mammootty will play an “old gangster friend” of Kamal Haasan’s character. This role is expected to have a strong emotional and dramatic connection to the main story.
Fans are excited because Kamal Haasan has always wanted to share screen space with Mammootty. If this happens, it will be their first on-screen collaboration. It will also reunite Rajinikanth and Mammootty after many years.
Such a combination of three legendary actors in one film is rare in Indian cinema.
A Rare Multistar Film in Tamil Cinema
KH x RK is already being called one of the biggest multistarrer films in Tamil cinema history. Bringing together Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan itself is a huge event. Adding Mammootty to the mix would make it even more iconic.
There were also earlier reports that Mohanlal might play a villain role in the film, though nothing has been officially confirmed yet.
Director Nelson Dilipkumar is known for his stylish storytelling and strong character development. With three powerful actors, expectations are naturally very high.
Massive Anticipation Among Fans
Every new update about KH x RK is creating huge excitement on social media. Fans from Tamil, Malayalam, and across India are waiting eagerly for official announcements.
The reunion of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan is not just a movie project. It is an emotional moment for cinema lovers who grew up watching these legends rule the big screen.
If Mammootty officially joins the cast, KH x RK could become one of the most talked-about films in Indian cinema history.
For now, fans will have to wait patiently until late 2026 or early 2027 when shooting is expected to begin. But one thing is clear — this film is already shaping up to be a grand cinematic event.