Kamal Haasan announced his next production starring Rajinikanth earlier this month. The film, tentatively titled Thalaivar 173, is aiming for a Pongal 2027 release. It was also announced that Sundar C would direct the film. However, days after the announcement, Sundar C revealed that he had stepped away from the project, citing “unavoidable and unforeseen circumstances.” Now, producer-actor Kamal Haasan has opened up about the filmmaker’s exit.

Kamal Haasan hints at creative difference for Sundar C`s exit

Speaking to reporters outside the airport on Saturday, the actor-politician said, “Sundar C has explained the reason for his withdrawal through a press release. I have nothing more to add. As an investor, I want a script that my star likes. That is the healthy way to go about it. We will keep searching for the right stories until he is satisfied. We are currently in the process of finalising a quality script.”