Dhanush's Ilaiyaraaja biopic: AGS-Connekkt media team up
What's the story
Contrary to rumors of its cancelation, the much-anticipated biopic on music maestro Ilaiyaraaja is very much on track.
The film, announced in 2024 with Kollywood star Dhanush playing the legendary musician, was said to be dropped due to Dhanush's commitments to Idly Kadai and Aanand L Rai's Tere Ishq Mein.
However, industry insiders have confirmed that these rumors are unfounded and progress on the biopic continues.
And there's a new development too!
Production partnership
AGS Entertainment and Connekkt Media to produce Ilaiyaraaja biopic
In a new development, Tamil production house AGS Entertainment has joined hands with Connekkt Media to produce the Ilaiyaraaja biopic.
A source told Hindustan Times, "Well-known producers AGS Entertainment have partnered with Connekkt Media to produce the Ilaiyaraaja biopic."
Reportedly, the script for the film is ready and it is in the pre-production stage. While the exact timeline for the start of production remains undisclosed, it is expected to begin after Dhanush wraps up his current projects.
Production house's portfolio
AGS Entertainment's recent successes and upcoming projects
AGS Entertainment is riding high on the success of their 2024 superhit, Thalapathy Vijay's The GOAT, which grossed over ₹450 crore worldwide.
The production house is also gearing up for its Hindi film release Loveyapa on Friday, a remake of the successful 2022 film Love Today.
AGS is also currently producing actor-director Pradeep Ranganathan's Dragon, directed by Ashwath Marimuthu.