The buzz around Thug Life has officially hit a new high with the release of its first single, Jinguchaa. Dropped on April 18, the song marks the beginning of the film’s musical rollout and offers fans a vibrant taste of what’s to come. With a full-scale audio launch event now confirmed for May 16, 2025, the stage is set for an exciting promotional journey for one of the year’s biggest Tamil film releases.

Bringing together three icons of Indian cinema—Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam, and A.R. Rahman—the track blends festive energy with cinematic flair. Jinguchaa carries the spirit of celebration, designed around a wedding setting, and features Vaishali Samant, Shakthisree Gopalan and Adithya RK on vocals with lyrics written by Haasan himself. According to reports, the creative process was swift and seamless: Haasan wrote the lyrics in about an hour, while Rahman composed and produced the track shortly after. Their long-standing rapport is evident in how quickly and effectively the piece came together.

Alongside the audio release, a short teaser video gave audiences a glimpse into the film’s colourful and kinetic visual style. While the full context of the song within the story remains under wraps, it’s expected to play a key role in a major celebratory sequence in the narrative.

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A Reunion Decades in the Making

Thug Life brings Mani Ratnam and Kamal Haasan back together after nearly four decades. Their last collaboration, the 1987 crime drama Nayakan, is still regarded as a landmark film in Indian cinema. This time, the pair is joined by A.R. Rahman, whose long history with Ratnam has produced some of Tamil cinema’s most beloved soundtracks.

The film’s ensemble cast includes a powerhouse lineup: Silambarasan TR, Trisha Krishnan, Joju George, Ashok Selvan, and Aishwarya Lekshmi. The music video of the first single also revealed that Bollywood actress Sanya Malhotra would be features in the film. At its center is Kamal Haasan’s portrayal of Rangaraya Sakthivel Nayakar—a figure surrounded by mystery, ideology, and inner conflict.

Anticipation Builds Ahead of Audio Launch

The upcoming audio launch on May 16 is expected to be a grand affair, with appearances from the cast and crew and possibly live renditions of the soundtrack. With Rahman composing and Haasan actively contributing as a lyricist, expectations are high for a diverse and dynamic musical album.

Produced by Raaj Kamal Films International, Madras Talkies, and Red Giant Movies, Thug Life is eyeing a worldwide release on June 5, 2025. With its first single already striking a chord, the film is poised to dominate conversations in the months ahead.

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