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Dhanush’s 54th Film Titled ‘Kara’ as First-Look Poster Debuts for Pongal

A Pongal reveal pairs Dhanush with Por Thozhil director Vignesh Raja for a darker, action-focused outing.

Overview

  • Dhanush unveiled the title Kara on Instagram alongside an intense first-look poster, marking the formal identity of the project previously known as D54.
  • The poster shows the actor alone in a scorched field with fire in the background and carries the line, “Sometimes staying dangerous is the only way to stay alive.”
  • Vignesh Raja directs for producer Dr Ishari K. Ganesh’s Vels Film International, with music by GV Prakash Kumar, cinematography by Theni Eswar and editing by Srijith Sarang.
  • Filming began in mid-2025 and producers say the shoot is nearly complete, with post-production set to begin soon.
  • Coverage cites differing release windows, with reports mentioning February 2026 while the poster indicates a summer 2026 theatrical rollout.