OM Chapter 1: Director discusses Dhanush and Mammootty’s equation
In a conversation with Galatta Plus, Rajkumar Periasamy spoke about the on-screen chemistry between Dhanush and Mammotty. Highlighting their strong connection, the filmmaker said, “There is a strong equation between Dhanush and Mammootty. We needed the right actors to bring out the chemistry. We approached Mammootty sir and Sai Pallavi because they are great performers.”
Addressing the changes in the film’s release schedule, the director explained that the team had to coordinate production requirements with the planned theatrical date. He stated, “We have to balance the production and deliver the film according to the release dates. Whether the release is October 16, November 20, or they were even thinking about a December 4 release, we have to deliver.”
Rajkumar also shed light on the significance of the title OM. Explaining its connection to the storyline, he said, “The story is set between two temple towns, Tirupathi and Thiruvannamalai. Also, Sai Pallavi’s Nithya Reddy organizes an operation named OM. Spirituality also plays a major role for every character in the film.”
The filmmaker further revealed that a major portion of the project was filmed at real locations. He also discussed the single-shot sequences and addressed speculation surrounding a dance number featuring Dhanush and Sreeleela.
Speaking about the AI-generated picture of the two actors dancing together that circulated online, Rajkumar clarified, “We mostly shot in live locations. Just like the ambush scene in Amaran, where they discuss films, we also have single-shot sequences in OM. I saw some AI-generated pictures of Dhanush sir and Sreeleela dancing together. The film doesn’t have any song like that. Alakalova is not a forced fit at all. That’s the only dance number in the film, and the situation demanded it.”
More about OM: Chapter 1 – Udhiram: The Blood Wood
Titled OM: Chapter 1 – Udhiram: The Blood Wood, the upcoming action drama is headlined by Dhanush. Alongside Mammootty and Sai Pallavi, the film features Sreeleela and Naseeruddin Shah in important roles.
Sai Abhyankkar has composed the film’s songs and background score. The project is envisioned as the first instalment in a two-part franchise.
Dhanush’s upcoming projects
On the professional front, Dhanush is expected to team up with director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu for an action entertainer tentatively titled D56. The actor is reportedly set to appear in an intense avatar, with the film eyeing a summer 2027 release.
Preity Mukundhan has been roped in as the female lead, while Vadivelu and SJ Suryah are expected to play significant roles.
Dhanush has also announced Thamizh Murugan, which will be directed by Vetrimaaran. Additionally, reports suggest that the actor could collaborate with filmmaker Siva for another action entertainer.
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