KH x RK: Kamal Haasan–Rajinikanth Come Together After 47 Years for Nelson’s Next Film

February 21, 2026: The teaser of a new film starring Rajinikanth was released on February 21, 2026. The project is now called KH X RK. The movie brings him together again with Kamal Haasan after many years. They last acted together in Allauddinum Albhutha Vilakkum, which came out in 1979.

The video shows a cheerful talk between director Nelson Dilipkumar, music director Anirudh Ravichander, and the two stars. Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan are seen joking about their costumes. At the end, both appear in matching retro-style outfits.

Fans are excited to see these two legends together again. Kamal Haasan shared the news on X and called it a special reunion with his friend. He also wished the team well and thanked Red Giant Movies for backing the film.

KH x RK Announcement Creates Huge Buzz

Kamal Haasan shared the news of the film KH x RK on X. He called it a special reunion with his friend Rajinikanth. He also wished director Nelson Dilipkumar and music director Anirudh Ravichander the best. He thanked Red Giant Movies for supporting the project.

Fans of both stars are very excited. Many people shared their happiness on social media. One fan praised the promo and said both stars looked powerful. Another user called it the cinematic event of the decade. Many fans said it is a historic moment because the two legends are coming together after 47 years.

The announcement video is 3 minutes and 46 seconds long. It keeps viewers interested from start to finish. Both actors look stylish and confident in the video.

A Special reunion with my friend @Rajinikanth.
Every great journey deserves another chapter!

My best to @NelsonDilpkumar and @AnirudhOfficial - and to @RedGiantMovies for powering this collaboration.#KHxRK#RedGiant17 pic.twitter.com/pZEwYiokOY

— Kamal Haasan (@ikamalhaasan) February 21, 2026

Film Details and Reunion After 47 Years

The movie is directed by Nelson. The music will be composed by Anirudh Ravichander. The makers have said that shooting will begin soon.

The two stars last appeared together in Thillu Mullu (1981), where Rajinikanth played the main role and Kamal Haasan had a small appearance. Now, they are coming together again after many years.

Red Giant Movies is producing the film. The company said it is proud and happy to bring the two legends together. They called it a special and emotional moment for Indian cinema.

Earlier, the production house also shared a message saying that such historic moments are rare and worth celebrating. A retro poster of the two actors was released one day before the promo.

Nelson earlier worked with Rajinikanth in Jailer and is also working on its sequel. The new film is expected to release in Tamil, Telugu, and Hindi.