July 11, 2025: Tamil star Dhanush has officially kickstarted work on his next project, tentatively titled ‘D54’, with a grand pooja ceremony in Chennai on Friday. The film marks his collaboration with ‘Por Thozhil’ director Vignesh Raja, and is backed by Vels Film International.
🎬 Highlights from the Launch:
- The pooja event was attended by Dhanush, director Vignesh Raja, producer Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh, and special guest Vetrimaaran, Dhanush’s longtime collaborator.
- Pictures show Dhanush posing with the film’s first-look poster and clapboard, which read “Pooja”.
- Music for D54 will be composed by GV Prakash Kumar, reuniting with Dhanush for another promising soundtrack.
📸 What the Makers Said:
“The much-awaited journey starts off. #D54 starring @dhanushkraja – Shoot begins today with a pooja,” wrote Vels Film International on Instagram.
🛠️ What’s Next for Dhanush?
- He recently wrapped up ‘Tere Ishk Mein’, the spiritual sequel to Raanjhanaa, alongside Kriti Sanon.
- Directed by Aanand L. Rai, the film is slated for theatrical release on November 28, 2025.
- His last film, Kuberaa (with Nagarjuna and Rashmika Mandanna), was a critical and commercial success.

