About
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Movie Name | Lal Salaam |
| Artists | Rajinikanth, Vishnu Vishal, Vikranth, Vignesh, Livingston, Senthil, Jeevitha, K. S. Ravikumar, Thambi Ramaiah, Nirosha, Ananthika Sanilkumar, Vivek Prasanna, Dhanya Balakrishna, Thangadurai, Akash Sahani, Poster Nandakumar, Adithya Menon, Pondy Ravi, Amit Tiwari, Kapil Dev (cameo) |
| Director | Aishwarya Rajinikanth |
| Producer | Subaskaran Allirajah |
| Music Composer | A. R. Rahman |
Movie Overview
Rajinikanth enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing his on-screen charisma in the upcoming film, Lal Salaam, originally slated for a Pongal 2024 premiere. The movie is set to hit theaters on February 9, 2024. The trailer, released three days before the theatrical premiere, provides a glimpse into the storyline. Vishnu Vishal headlines the film, featuring an extended cameo by the Tamil superstar Rajinikanth.
Directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth, Lal Salaam boasts music composed by A. R. Rahman. The cast includes Vishnu Vishal, Vikranth, Senthil, Jeevitha, Thambi Ramaiah, Ananthika Sanilkumar, Vivek Prasanna, and Thangadurai in pivotal roles.
The film, produced by Subaskaran Allirajah under Lyca Productions, revolves around the character Vishnu, portrayed by Vishnu Vishal, facing challenges and seeking redemption through cricket. The narrative emphasizes religious harmony in society, delivering a meaningful message wrapped in an engaging storyline.
Rajinikanth’s appearance in the film adds to the excitement, making Lal Salaam a must-watch for fans. The ensemble cast, powerful performances, and emotional moments contribute to an overall compelling cinematic experience.
Cast
- Rajinikanth as Moideen Bhai (Extended Cameo Appearance)
- Vishnu Vishal
- Vikranth
- Vignesh
- Livingston
- Senthil
- Jeevitha as Moideen’s sister
- K. S. Ravikumar as Ra. Sathyamoorthy
- Thambi Ramaiah
- Nirosha as Moideen’s wife
- Ananthika Sanilkumar
- Vivek Prasanna
- Dhanya Balakrishna
- Thangadurai
- Akash Sahani
- Poster Nandakumar
- Adithya Menon
- Pondy Ravi
- Amit Tiwari
- Kapil Dev as himself (cameo appearance)
Production
Development
In November 2022, Aishwarya Rajinikanth announced her directorial venture, Lal Salaam, starring Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth. The film was initially rumored to feature Atharvaa in the lead role and Rajinikanth in a special appearance.
Filming
Principal photography for the film began in March 2023 in Chennai and concluded in August 2023, with various schedules in Chennai, Mumbai, and Pondicherry. Rajinikanth completed his portions by July, and the entire photography wrapped up in August.
Music
The film’s score and soundtrack, composed by A. R. Rahman, include notable songs like “Ther Thiruvizha,” “Ae Pulla,” “Anbalane,” “Thimiri Yezhuda,” and “Jalali.”
The audio launch took place at Sri Sairam Institute of Technology on January 26, 2024, featuring performances of the released songs.
Lal Salaam was released in theaters on February 9, 2024. The film presents a heartfelt tale with a powerful message, blending Rajinikanth’s on-screen charisma with a compelling storyline.
Songs Details
| S.No. | Song Title | Lyrics | Singers | Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ther Thiruvizha | Vivek | Shankar Mahadevan, A. R. Raihanah, Deepthi Suresh, Yogi Sekar | 7:44 |
| 2 | Ae Pulla | Kabilan | Sid Sriram | 4:41 |
| 3 | Anbalane | Yugabharathi | Deva | 6:44 |
| 4 | Thimiri Yezhuda | Snehan | Bamba Bakya, Shahul Hameed, Deepthi Suresh, Akshaya Shivkumar | 2:47 |
| 5 | Jalali | Mashook Rahman, A R Rahman | A.R. Rahman, Sarath Santosh | 3:55 |