The comedian-turned-actor Santhanam joining Silambarasan TR’s 49th film, STR 49, directed by Ramkumar Balakrishnan, marking their reunion after a decade since collaborating on projects like Sakka Podu Podu Raja in 2017. STR 49, launched on Silambarasan’s 42nd birthday (February 3, 2025), is a Tamil cinema project generating buzz with rumors of Sai Pallavi as the female lead, following Balakrishnan’s acclaimed debut Parking in 2023. Santhanam, known for transitioning from TV comedy (Lollu Sabha) to pivotal roles in Tamil films, is highlighted for his potential as a serious actor, with critics noting his untapped depth since his 2013 production Kanna Laddu Thinna Aasaiya.
