Thug Life First Single Unveiled by Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam

Chennai lit up with music and celebration as ‘Jinguchaa’, the first single from Kamal Haasan starring Thug Life—the upcoming film directed by legendary filmmaker Mani Ratnam—was launched at Kalaivanar Arangam. Unveiled by cinematic icons Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, and A.R. Rahman, with stalwarts Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Joju George, and Ashok Selvan in attendance, the event marked the beginning of a bold new chapter in Indian cinema.

Produced by Raaj Kamal Films International, R. Mahendran, Madras Talkies, and Siva Ananth, Thug Life brings together one of the most ambitious ensembles in recent times—both on screen and behind the scenes.

Set against the backdrop of a pulsating wedding celebration, ‘Jinguchaa’ features Kamal Haasan and Silambarasan TR dancing to a track that is quintessential Rahman—where earthy folk rhythms meet contemporary flair. With lyrics penned by Kamal Haasan, the song carries a playful charm and spirited energy, offering a vibrant first look into the layered world of Thug Life.

Global Distribution Partners Unveiled
The film’s complete distribution network was officially announced:
• Tamil Nadu – Red Giant Movies
• Overseas – AP International in association with Home Screen Entertainment
• North India – Pen Marudhar Cine Entertainment
• Andhra Pradesh & Telangana – Sreshth Movies

• Karnataka – Five Star Senthil

The audio rights for Thug Life have been acquired by Saregama, and the official OTT streaming partner is Netflix.

With these strategic distribution partners aligned, the producers are gearing up for a worldwide theatrical release on June 5, 2025—a cinematic event that audiences across generations and geographies have been waiting for.

The Thug Life team also announced the Thug Life Festival, in collaboration with Just Grow Productions, to be held in Sydney, Australia on Friday, May 23rd, where A.R. Rahman will be performing.

Thug Life stars Kamal Haasan as Rangaraaya Sakthivel Naicker and features a powerhouse cast including Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Aishwarya Lekshmi, Ashok Selvan, Abhirami, Joju George, Nasser, Ali Fazal, Sanya Malhotra, and many more acclaimed names from across the country. This confluence of talent—on screen and off—signals a landmark cinematic experience. Thug Life is set to deliver a film rich in vision, emotion, and scale—crafted by masters, made for generations.