Sundar C steps down from directing Rajinikanth’s Thalaivar 173; Industry left shocked

In a development that has taken the industry by surprise, filmmaker Sundar C has officially stepped down from directing Thalaivar 173, the highly anticipated project starring Superstar Rajinikanth and produced by Kamal Haasan’s Raaj Kamal Films International (RKFI).

The announcement comes just a week after the film’s official confirmation, making this decision all the more unexpected. In his statement, Sundar C expressed his regret over having to exit the project, saying, “It is with a heavy heart that I share some important news with you. Due to unforeseen and unavoidable circumstances, I have made the difficult decision to step back from the prestigious project, #Thalaivar173. I thank both of them from the bottom of my heart for considering me for this magnum opus. Please accept my sincere apologies if this news has disappointed those who had eagerly anticipated this venture.”

The statement has left fans of Rajinikanth and members of the film fraternity in disbelief. Reports suggest that the makers are now in discussions to finalize a new director to take the project forward.

Meanwhile, Sundar C is currently busy with Mookkuthi Amman 2, a large-scale sequel, and another film starring Vishal in the pipeline. With his exit from Thalaivar 173, all eyes are now on RKFI for the next official update on the project’s direction and future.