Thalapathy 69 announced! H Vinoth presents Vijay as the 'torch bearer of democracy', drops release update
Vijay had earlier announced his retirement from the film industry after Thalapathy 69 to fully focus on his political career. The film will be directed by H. Vinoth.
Thalapathy 69
The most anticipated announcement is here! KVN Productions, the company producing Thalapathy Vijay’s final film, has officially announced that they will be bankrolling Thalapathy 69. The production team shared the exciting update, revealing that the film will be directed by H. Vinoth and will feature music by Anirudh Ravichander.
Sharing an intriguing poster of a torchlight, the makers wrote, "We are beyond proud and excited to announce that our first Tamil film is #Thalapathy69, directed by the visionary #HVinoth, with music by the sensational Rockstar @anirudhofficial. Super happy to collaborate with the one and only #Thalapathy @actorvijay. The torch bearer of Democracy is arriving in October 2025."
The poster features an artistic rendering of a torchlight being held, with a caption that reads, "The torch bearer of Democracy." This new tagline has heightened excitement among fans, who are eager yet emotional to watch their favorite star’s final film.
For the unversed, Vijay had earlier announced his retirement from the film industry after Thalapathy 69 to fully focus on his political career.
KVN Productions had previously unveiled an emotional tribute video, showcasing iconic moments from Thalapathy Vijay’s career. The video also featured dedicated fans from around the world, who shared their heartfelt reactions to his upcoming exit from the film industry, vowing to watch his last release on its first day.
Thalapathy 69 - Speculated star cast
According to reports, Malayalam superstar Mohanlal, Premalu star Mamitha Baiju, and Pooja Hegde have been brought on board to play key roles. Bollywood actor Bobby Deol is also rumored to be a part of the cast.
Thalapathy 69: An entertainer or something more?
The director had previously confirmed that he would be directing Vijay’s 69th film, revealing some exciting details about the project. He clarified that the film wouldn’t have a political theme but would be a "100% Thalapathy film." However, the new announcement poster hints at a different tone, possibly leaning towards a political drama. Nonetheless, fans are eager to learn more updates about the new project.
Thalapathy 69 is slated for release in October 2025.