The announcement of ‘Dharman,’ RajinikanthIts 173rd movie, has given fans a lot of excitement. Ashwath Marimuthu is directing the movie, and Kamal Haasan is producing it. The movie officially started shooting today. While there was great excitement over the movie’s poster and name, fans soon realized that one more aspect made it even more special for them.
‘Dharma Yuddham ‘ was one of Rajinikanth’s first hits
One of the most successful movies with the same title is ‘Dharma Yuddham’. RC Sakthi directed this movie, which was released in 1979. The main actors are Rajinikanth, Sridevi, and Thengai Srinivasan. The music is composed by Ilaiyaraaja, and the film is notable for the popularity Rajinikanth has gained in Tamil cinema. Even today, ‘Dharma Yuddham’ remains a familiar title among longtime Rajini fans.
‘Dharmathin Thalaivan’ and ‘Dharmadurai’ became fan favourites
Almost a decade later, ‘Dharmathin Thalaivan’ came out in 1988. The film was directed by SP Muthuraman and stars Rajinikanth and an ensemble cast including Prabhu, Suhasini, and Khushbu. This movie is very popular and remembers Rajinikanth’s double acting and Ilaiyaraaja’s music score. A few years later, in 1991, Rajinikanth headlined ‘Dharmadurai,’ directed by Rajasekhar. Co-starring Gautami, the family drama became another notable addition to his filmography and enjoyed a successful run at the box office.
‘Dharman’ continues a popular Rajinikanth tradition
More than three decades after ‘Dharmadurai,’ Rajinikanth returns with a title rooted in the same ‘Dharma’ legacy. However, Dharman seems to be a completely new story, with the actor playing a stylish and deadly doctor. The film also stars Simran, Raashi Khanna, and: Yogi Babuwith music composed by Anirudh Ravichander and action sequences directed by Anbarivu. With a new team and a title that evokes nostalgia, ‘Dharman’ has become one of the most anticipated films in Rajinikanth’s line-up.