Directed by Pa Ranjith, the period action drama 'Thangalan,' starring Kollywood actor Chiyan Vikram, released on August 15 and has been receiving positive reviews globally. Praised for its gripping performances by Vikram and Parvathy, and the impressive work by cinematographer A Kishore Kumar and editor Selva RK, the film has captivated audiences with its blend of drama, action, and emotion. It has grossed approximately 100 crores worldwide and achieved Vikram's career-best opening day collection of 26 crores.

Despite strong competition in its second week, it continues to perform well, particularly in Tamil Nadu. The Hindi dubbed version will be released on September 6, 2024. The film, based on events in the Kolar Gold Fields, features Malavika Mohanan, Pashupati, Daniel Caltagirone, Sampath Ram, and Hari Krishnan in key roles