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Rajinikanth wraps up Lal Salaam shoot; director Aishwaryaa calls him ‘pure magic’
Superstar Rajinikanth will be seen in an extended cameo in Lal Salaam. Former Indian cricket team captain Kapil Dev will also make a special appearance in the movie.

Though it has been two years since superstar Rajinikanth appeared in a movie, the second half of 2023 is going to be a festival period for Thalaivar fans as he is currently working on two movies simultaneously. The first one, titled Jailer and directed by Nelson, will have him as the central character, while in the second film, Lal Salaam directed by Rajini’s daughter Aishwaryaa Rajinikanth, he will make an extended cameo appearance.
Meanwhile, director Aishwaryaa herself has now revealed that Rajinikanth has finished shooting for Lal Salaam. She also stated that he was ‘pure magic’. Taking to Instagram to share a picture featuring the entire team of Lal Salaam with Rajinikanth, Aishwaryaa noted, “Making a movie with you is a miracle and you are pure magic appa.. #lalsalaam moideen bhai #anditsawrap🎬 for THE SUPERSTAR.”
The superstar will be seen in an extended cameo in the film. In May, Lyca Productions, the banner backing Lal Salaam, revealed the first look of the actor as “Moideen Bhai” from the film.
Last month, Aishwaryaa had shared a behind-the-scenes moment from the film’s set. In the image, the filmmaker was seen giving instructions to Rajini during the filming of a scene. “I look at you… I never imagined there would come a day I’ll shoot with you.. I admire you… I adore you… Sometimes I look through you… Most of the time I look at the world with you… I realise… I am you… Every single day appa… more and more I love you. #shootingwiththesuperstar #lovemyjob #fatherdaughtergoals,” she noted.
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Starring Vishnu Vishal and Vikranth in the lead roles, the film also features former Indian cricket team captain Kapil Dev. It was Rajini himself who announced that Kapil would make a cameo appearance in the film.
The songs for Lal Salaam are being composed by Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman. The makers are aiming to release the film theatrically later this year.


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