New Delhi: The long-awaited collaboration between Tamil superstar Silambarasan TR, acclaimed filmmaker Vetri Maaran, and veteran producer Kalaippuli S Thanu has finally received its official title. The project, earlier referred to by its working name STR 49, has now been formally announced as Arasan.
The makers revealed the film’s title along with a striking first-look poster, which quickly set social media abuzz. Scroll down to take a look!
Arasan’s FIRST look is out
The first poster presents Silambarasan in a commanding avatar, hinting at an intense and powerful storyline. While the visual doesn’t reveal much about the plot, it strongly suggests a gritty narrative consistent with Vetri Maaran’s filmmaking style. The reveal was met with overwhelming excitement, as fans flooded social media platforms with celebratory messages and theories about the film’s storyline.
Take a look!
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வெற்றியுடன் சிலம்பரசன்#VetriMaaran @SilambarasanTR_#STR49 #SilambarasanTR #VCreations47 #ARASAN pic.twitter.com/zLk8chzGJl— Kalaippuli S Thanu (@theVcreations) October 7, 2025
The official announcement of Arasan was made on Monday (October 6), ending months of anticipation surrounding the project. Fans had been eagerly awaiting updates ever since Vetri Maaran confirmed his collaboration with Silambarasan and Kalaippuli S Thanu. The announcement also trended across platforms like X (formerly Twitter), with hashtags such as #Arasan and #STR49 soaring into the top ranks shortly after the reveal.
Though the title and poster have now been unveiled, the makers are maintaining secrecy around other aspects of the production. The supporting cast, technical crew, and filming schedule are yet to be disclosed. However, it has been hinted that further updates will be made public soon.
More about Arasan
Arasan marks the first collaboration between Silambarasan and Vetri Maaran, who is celebrated for critically acclaimed works like Asuran and Vada Chennai. The film is being bankrolled by Kalaippuli S Thanu, known for producing several major Tamil blockbusters under his banner, V Creations.
Vetri Maaran had previously mentioned that Arasan would be connected to the universe of Vada Chennai, suggesting a continuation or expansion of its gritty, realistic world. Speculations have also surfaced that actor Manikandan will make a cameo appearance, while director Nelson Dilipkumar is reportedly part of a special promo shoot featuring Silambarasan.
Further announcements regarding the cast, plot, and release date are expected soon.