'Thangalaan,' directed by Pa Ranjith and starring Vikram, premiered on August 15, 2024, and is receiving positive reviews and strong box office performance, grossing ₹7 crore on its opening day with expectations to cross ₹12 crore, including pre-sales. Kollywood stars like Dhanush and Suriya have expressed their support for Vikram's latest venture. Despite competition from other films, 'Thangalaan' is anticipated to become one of Vikram's highest-grossing films. Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan celebrated 65 years in the Tamil film industry, being recognized for his contributions to technological advancements in cinema.