
'Idly Kadai' first single released on Dhanush's birthday; GV Prakash's musical strikes a chord
Dhanush
and G.V. Prakash has reunited for the upcoming film 'Idly Kadai'. The makers have unveiled the first single track titled 'Enna Sugam' from the film. Dhanush, who made his directorial debut with 'Pa Paandi', later directed and acted in his 50th film, 'Raayan'.
After that, he directed the film 'Nilavukku En Mel Enadi Kobam' featuring his sister's son Pavish in the lead role. He is currently directing and starring in his 52nd film, 'Idly Kadai', and the film is scheduled to release on October 1.
Released as a birthday surprise
Meanwhile, the first song from the film, 'Enna Sugam', has been released as a treat to fans on the occasion of Dhanush's birthday. It has been written by Dhanush and sung by him along with singer Swetha Mohan. This melodious song is receiving a good response from the fans. The song, composed by
GV Prakash
Kumar, which is 3 minutes and 48 seconds long, has been released as a lyrical video.
It also includes some BTS from the film, and fans got excited with it.
Set in a rural backdrop
Reported to be a rural drama, the shooting of the film took place in and around Theni. The expectations are high as Dhanush will be pairing up with Nithya Menon again after 'Thiruchitrambalam'. It stars Sathyaraj, Rajkiran, Arun Vijay, and Shalini Pandey in important roles. 'Idly Kadai' was initially announced to be released on April 10th, but the release date of the film was pushed back due to various reasons. Now, with the success of the song, the expectations for the film have increased further, and the makers are sure to release the film on the latest announced date.
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