Dhanush is promoting his upcoming film Raayan, set to release on July 26, 2024, marking his second directorial project and 50th film as an actor. During a pre-release event in Hyderabad, he expressed his admiration for Telugu cinema, specifically naming Pawan Kalyan as his favorite actor and Jr NTR as his desired co-star for a multi-starrer film. His comments sparked enthusiastic reactions from the audience, showcasing the popularity of both actors. The film features a strong cast including Sundeep Kishan and Prakash Raj, with music composed by A.R. Rahman. Dhanush also performed a song from the movie during the event, further engaging his fans. Raayan's trailer has already generated excitement, highlighting Dhanush's intense portrayal in the action thriller.