'Lal Salaam': Rajinikanth's sports drama gets a new release date; more details here

'Lal Salaam', which stars Rajinikanth in a special cameo appearance, is one of the most awaited films of this year. The sports action drama, which was earlier scheduled to release on January 12, will now hit the theatres on February 9.

The makers shared the news on their official X account along with a new poster. The caption read, ‘Namma THER THIRUVIZHA'ku Alappara kelappa neram vandhachu! (It's time to listen to our Chariot Festival) LAL SALAAM hits the big screen on February 9th 2024! Save the date!’

The poster had a bamboo structure on the backdrop, the ones that are seen at cricket matches, with the title ‘Lal Salaam’ and the release date '9 Feb' imprinted on it.

On December 12, which marked Rajinikanth's 73rd birthday, a glimpse of his character in ‘Lal Salaam’ was revealed. In this film, he plays the role of Moideen Bhai in an extended cameo appearance. The teaser showcases Rajinikanth making a grand entrance, taking on a group of goons, and striding forward in slow motion. The teaser also includes the track ‘Jalaali Jalaal,’ which is both sung and composed by AR Rahman.

The first official teaser for the sports action drama ‘Lal Salaam’ was released by the makers on November 12. The teaser commences with an intense cricket match where the commentator declares that it's not just a game but a war.

‘Lal Salaam’ marks Aishwarya's return to directing after a seven-year hiatus. The film is rumoured to be set against the backdrop of cricket and communism and features Vishnu Vishal and Vikrant in the lead roles. Aishwarya's previous directorial project was the Tamil action-thriller ‘Vai Raja Vai,’ which included a cameo appearance by Dhanush.

The film will clash at the box office with Ravi Tejas' highly anticipated film 'Eagle'.

Meanwhile, Rajinikanth was recently invited to the inauguration ceremony of Ram Temple in Ayodhya. It will take place on January 22.

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