Kamal Haasan unveils intense first look from ‘Sandiyar’ with title reveal
Kamal Haasan unveils intense first look from ‘Sandiyar’ with title reveal
- ✓Kamal Haasan unveils intense first look from ‘Sandiyar’ with title reveal
- ✓Interestingly, the title ‘Sandiyar’ was the original title Kamal Haasan had chosen for his 2004 film ‘Virumaandi’.
- ✓For the unversed, the title had triggered a controversy in 2004, with some caste-based groups objecting to its use and demanding that the actor change it.
NewsentertainmenttamilmoviesKamal Haasan unveils intense first look of ‘Sandiyar’; actor sports rugged avatar with a gun in SU Arun Kumar’s revenge action drama Kamal Haasan unveils intense first look of ‘Sandiyar’; actor sports rugged avatar with a gun in SU Arun Kumar’s revenge action drama TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Updated: Nov 06, 2026, 20:08 IST Kamal Haasan’s upcoming film with director SU Arun Kumar has been officially titled ‘Sandiyar’.
The makers unveiled the title along with the first-look poster which shows the veteran actor in a rugged and intense avatar. The project was earlier referred to as ‘KH237’.Kamal Haasan’s intense first look The first-look poster features Kamal Haasan in a gritty rural action avatar.
The actor sports close-cropped grey hair, a thick grey-and-white moustache and an intense expression. He appears to be holding a submachine gun while standing outside what looks like an old jeep or car.The vehicle's door panel and interior are marked with blood, teasing the film’s violent and raw tone.
The poster also carries the tagline, "Revenge can only be settled in blood."Sharing the poster, the makers wrote, “SANDIYAR சண்டியர்”. Before revealing the title, the makers shared another teaser poster featuring Kamal Haasan in a side profile.
He is seen wearing a dark sleeveless vest and a veshti, while holding a large curved blade in his right hand. Interestingly, the title ‘Sandiyar’ was the original title Kamal Haasan had chosen for his 2004 film ‘Virumaandi’.
For the unversed, the title had triggered a controversy in 2004, with some caste-based groups objecting to its use and demanding that the actor change it. Following the opposition, Kamal Haasan eventually renamed the film ‘Virumaandi’.
Now, the Tamil veteran has chosen the same title for his upcoming project.About ‘Sandiyar’ Directed by SU Arun Kumar, Sandiyar is expected to be a grounded rural action drama set against the backdrop of Madurai. The film is said to revolve around revenge.
Anirudh Ravichander is composing the music, while action choreography is handled by Anbariv.<div data-pos="0" class="id-r-component iIpbx undefined Talking about Kamal Haasan’s work, the legendary star was last seen in the 2025 gangster action film ‘Thug Life’, directed by Mani Ratnam.His banner is producing Rajinikanth’s upcoming film ‘Dharman’, which also features Nayanthara, Raashi Khanna and Yogi Babu in pivotal roles.
Anirudh Ravichander is composing the music for the film.Additionally, Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan are set to reunite on the big screens with Nelson Dilipkumar at the helm, tentatively titled ‘KHxRK’. Get the latest Bollywood & Entertainment News, and more.
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| Issuing Authority | Times of India Entertainment |
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| Topic Category | ENTERTAINMENT |
| Jurisdiction | All India / National |
| Publication Date | 6 November 2026 |