Dhanush has officially begun filming his 54th feature, currently titled D54. The shoot started in Chennai on July 10 with a traditional pooja ceremony. Director Vignesh Raja, known for the crime hit Por Thozhil, is leading the project. Backed by Vels Film International, the first look of the film shows Dhanush standing in a scorched field with smoke rising behind him. The tagline reads: “Sometimes, staying dangerous is the only way to stay alive.” Fans are calling the poster gritty and powerful.
D54 promises high stakes. The haunting first-look poster shows Dhanush standing against a scorched field, with smoke rising behind him. The tagline reads: “Sometimes staying dangerous is the only way to stay alive.” Industry analysts suggest this signals a gritty, survival-driven storyline, likely packed with action and suspense
The film reunites Dhanush with GV Prakash Kumar, his long-time music collaborator. Theni Eswar is the cinematographer, bringing his sharp lens to this action thriller. Sreejith Sarang handles editing, while Vignesh Raja co-writes the film with Alfred Prakash. The buzz grew stronger with the rumored casting of Mamitha Baiju, the Premalu star, as the female lead. Other major names include Jayaram, KS Ravikumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu, and Karunas. The team is currently filming across Tamil Nadu, keeping story details tightly under wraps.
Producer Dr. Ishari K Ganesh called the project “truly special.” He praised the collaboration between Dhanush, Raja, and GV Prakash. The film is reportedly a big-budget action thriller with emotional weight. The creative team has chosen top-tier technicians, hinting at a visually rich and intense cinematic experience. With Dhanush’s recent success in Kubera and upcoming Hindi film Tere Ishq Mein, D54 is expected to be a game-changer. With a mix of veterans and rising stars, D54 looks set to be one of the most anticipated Tamil films of 2025. Expect more updates as the shoot continues.