Ranveer Singh Engages in Discussions with Atlee, Nelson, Murugadoss, and Other Leading Filmmakers in the South Indian Film Industry: Report

Ranveer Singh is eyeing the vibrant and commercially successful South Indian film industry, as per a recent report by PinkVilla. The actor has initiated discussions with top South Indian directors, aiming to collaborate on exciting projects, reflecting a growing trend of cross-industry collaborations, buoyed by the success of films like Jawan and Animal.

At the top of Ranveer’s wishlist is Atlee, the director of the Shah Rukh Khan starrer Jawan. Reportedly, the two have been in frequent phone conversations, with Atlee currently working on the script for his next film. While Allu Arjun is the frontrunner for the lead role, Ranveer’s potential involvement remains open, with a meeting scheduled in the coming weeks.

Furthermore, Ranveer has engaged in talks with Nelson (Jailer) and expressed interest in an action film pitched by AR Murugadoss (Ghajini, Holiday). Singh’s diverse genre aspirations are further evident in his upcoming meeting with Prasanth Varma, the director of HanuMan, though it’s uncertain whether Singh is being considered for the titular role or a separate project. Additionally, Lokesh Kanagaraj (Vikram) has approached Ranveer for a potential cameo role in his next film starring Rajinikanth.

Ranveer has also set his sights on Basil Joseph’s Shaktimaan, a collaboration with Sony Pictures India, scheduled for a 2025 release. He recognizes the significance of this superhero film and aims to ensure all aspects are flawless. Discussions are also underway with Jayantilal Gada and Shankar for a new collaboration, following the legal hurdles faced by their previous projects Vellpari and Aparichit.

According to sources close to Ranveer as per the publication, he is currently prioritizing commercially viable projects over strictly content-driven films. His focus is on finding subjects that offer grand cinematic experiences, potentially appealing to a broader Pan-Indian audience. While he actively pursues his South Indian ambitions, his Bollywood commitments, including Don 3, remain intact. Don 3 is currently in the writing stage and is expected to commence production by the end of 2024 or early 2025.