Nelson Dilipkumar who would be directing ‘Superstar’ Rajinikanth’s for Sun Pictures. Music will be by Anirudh.

The director is basking in the success of the Sivakarthikeyan-starrer Doctor and is awaiting the big-ticket Beast’s release on April, starring ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay.

Rajinikanth’s last was Annaathae, directed by Siruthai Siva with Music by D Imman.

The official Twitter account of Sun Pictures, the production house behind the film, shared a one-minute announcement video of the project, featuring Rajinikanth, Nelson and music composer Anirudh.

Presenting superstar @rajinikanth’s #Thalaivar169 directed by @Nelsondilpkumar and music by @anirudhofficial, the twitter read.
Nelson wrote he was thrilled to collaborate with Rajinikanth for the film.

Feeling elated to announce my next film with the legendary superstar @rajinikanth sir, happy to have associated with @sunpictures and my dearest friend @anirudhofficial once again! #respect #humbled #thalaivar169, the filmmaker tweeted.