Kamal Haasan-Rajinikanth's 'KH x RK' eyeing 2027 release date
What's the story
Tamil cinema's biggest superstars, Kamal Haasan and Rajinikanth, are finally coming together for a film tentatively titled KH x RK. The announcement was made recently, along with a promo video that has sent fans into a frenzy. Now, fresh reports suggest that the movie is eyeing a festival window in 2027. However, an official confirmation is still awaited.
Release plans
Film eyeing Dussehra or Diwali release
According to a report by 123 Telugu, KH x RK is likely to be released during the Dussehra or Diwali festival in 2027. The shooting for the film is expected to begin in August 2026. The film will be directed by Nelson Dilipkumar and produced by Red Giant Movies.
Production insights
Behind-the-scenes video of promo shoot released recently
Red Giant Movies recently released a behind-the-scenes video of the making of the KH x RK promo. The clip shows Rajinikanth and Haasan on set, shooting the promo with Dilipkumar and Anirudh Ravichander. The video also features extras who were rumored to be digitally generated, moving around naturally during filming. The clip ends with Rajinikanth and Haasan hugging after completing their shots, putting all doubts to rest about the authenticity of the production process.
Reunion significance
Rajinikanth, Haasan last worked together in 1979
The anticipation for KH x RK is quite high as it marks the first collaboration between Rajinikanth and Haasan in over four decades. The duo last worked together in 1979's Ninaithale Inikkum, helmed by K. Balachander. They have also shared screen space in films such as Apoorva Raagangal, PathinaruVayathinile, Anthuleni Katha, and Ilamai Oonjal Aadukirathu.