Nawazuddin Siddiqui starts shooting for Rajinikanth's 'Thalaivar 165'

Superstar Thalaiva Rajinikanth's upcoming film with Karthik Subbaraj is progressing at an energetic pace. From the recent reports, it is believed that Bollywood actor Nawazuddin Siddiqui would be making his Tamil debut with this film. The latest news is, the acclaimed actor, Nawaz has begun shooting for the film.

Posting a picture from the sets on his Instagram, Nawazuddin said, "Rehearsing my lines for my first Tamil movie #Thalaivar165. Delighted to be working with the Superstar #Thalaivar"

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The action drama film stars Vijay Sethupathi, Bobby Simha, Simran, Sanath Reddy, Munishkanth, Megha Akash and Deepak Ramesh in important roles. The young director, Karthik Subbaraj also welcomed the Bollywood actor to Tamil cinema on his Instagram page.

He wrote: "Welcome to Tamil cinema, sir... We too are delighted to work with you..  #Thalaivar165"

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Music composer Anirudh Ravichander has got an opportunity to compose for 'Thalaivar' in the film. Karthik Subbaraj is expected to wrap up the shoot by this year.