Actor Dhanush has officially announced his upcoming project, tentatively titled D55, which he will produce under his own banner. The film marks his first collaboration with director Rajkumar Periasamy, known for Amaran. Production updates hint at a massive project, though key cast details remain unconfirmed.
Dhanush is gearing up for the release of his action film Kara later this summer, but he has already moved forward with his next venture. On January 22, 2026, the makers shared an exciting update on social media, stating, “D55 - a grand new beginning. Wunderbar Films is happy to associate with RTake Studios for this massive project! Exciting updates loading, soon!” This announcement confirms that D55 will be directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, whose previous work includes the successful film Amaran.
Initially, the project was backed by another production house, but reports indicate that the original producers withdrew, transferring all rights to Dhanush's home production banner, Wunderbar Films. This shift allows Dhanush greater creative control over the film.
Speculation surrounds the cast, with reports suggesting Sai Pallavi is in consideration for the female lead role. Additionally, there is buzz that Mammootty may join in a pivotal role, which, if confirmed, would reunite the two actors for the second time since Dhanush's cameo in the 2013 Malayalam film Proprietors: Kammath & Kammath. However, these details are unconfirmed and await official word from the team.
Dhanush's recent projects include the Hindi film Tere Ishk Mein, directed by Aanand L. Rai, which explores a complex relationship and is set to stream on Netflix starting January 23, 2026. Following that, Kara, an action-thriller directed by Vignesh Raja, features Mamitha Baiju as the female lead alongside Karunas, Jayaram, and Suraj Venjaramoodu. The story follows a man navigating moral dilemmas to protect his family.
This new beginning with D55 underscores Dhanush's busy slate in South Indian cinema, blending action and drama elements.
