Rajinikanth, the superstar of Indian cinema, is known for his versatile roles and charismatic screen presence. He has a huge fan following across the world and has delivered many blockbuster hits in his career. His fans are always eager to know about his upcoming projects and what he has in store for them.
One of his upcoming movies is Gulam, which is a Tamil-language action-comedy film directed by Aishwarya Rajinikanth and produced by Lyca Productions. The film also stars Vishnu Vishal, Vikranth, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Ramya Krishnan, Sunil, Jackie Shroff and Mohanlal in a cameo role. The music is composed by AR Rahman.
Plot and Genre
Gulam is an action-comedy film that revolves around the life of Moideen Bhai, a Mumbai-based don who is played by Rajinikanth. He is a benevolent and generous gangster who helps the poor and needy people in his area. He also has a soft spot for animals and loves to feed them.
However, his life takes a turn when he meets a young journalist named Anjali, played by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, who wants to expose his illegal activities and bring him to justice. She also falls in love with him and tries to reform him. Meanwhile, Moideen Bhai also faces threats from his rivals and enemies who want to eliminate him.
The film is said to be a remake of the 2018 Malayalam film Lal Salaam, which was directed by Aishwarya’s husband Dhanush and starred Nivin Pauly, Prakash Raj and Manju Warrier. However, some changes have been made to suit Rajinikanth’s image and style.
Cast and Characters
Rajinikanth plays the role of Moideen Bhai, a Mumbai-based don who is loved by his people and feared by his enemies. He has a unique style of dressing and speaking, which makes him stand out from the crowd. He also has a pet tiger named Sheru, who accompanies him everywhere.
Aishwarya Rai Bachchan plays the role of Anjali, a young journalist who wants to expose Moideen Bhai’s illegal activities and bring him to justice. She also falls in love with him and tries to reform him. She is brave, smart and determined.
Vishnu Vishal plays the role of Ravi, Moideen Bhai’s loyal friend and right-hand man. He helps him in his missions and operations. He is also funny and witty.
Vikranth plays the role of Karan, Anjali’s colleague and friend. He also has a crush on her and tries to impress her. He is also ambitious and courageous.
Ramya Krishnan plays the role of Lakshmi Devi, Moideen Bhai’s sister and confidante. She supports him in his endeavors and cares for him deeply. She is also strong and powerful.
Sunil plays the role of Chotu, Moideen Bhai’s comic sidekick and assistant. He provides comic relief in the film with his antics and dialogues. He is also loyal and faithful.
Jackie Shroff plays the role of Rana Singhania, Moideen Bhai’s arch-rival and nemesis. He is a ruthless and cunning don who wants to take over Mumbai’s underworld. He also hates Moideen Bhai for his popularity and goodwill.
Mohanlal plays a cameo role as himself in the film. He appears as a superstar actor who meets Moideen Bhai at an event and praises him for his work.
Gulam: Release Date and Trailer
Gulam is slated to release on August 15, 2023, on the occasion of Independence Day in India. The film will clash with Akshay Kumar’s Prithviraj at the box office.
The first look poster of Gulam was released on May 7, 2023, which showed Rajinikanth as Moideen Bhai with his pet tiger Sheru. The poster received a positive response from the fans and critics alike.
The teaser of Gulam was released on June 12, 2023, which gave a glimpse of Rajinikanth’s character and style in the film. The teaser also showed some action scenes and comedy scenes from the film. The teaser received a huge response from the audience and went viral on social media platforms.
The trailer of Gulam was released on July 15, 2023, which showed more details about the plot and characters of the film. The trailer also showcased some songs and dialogues from the film. The trailer received rave reviews from the viewers and critics alike.