Dhanush-starrer Om is shaping up to be one of the biggest releases of 2026. Directed by Rajkumar Periasamy, the action drama is scheduled to hit theatres on October 16, 2026. Adding to the excitement, the makers have officially announced that veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has joined the film in a pivotal role.
Naseeruddin Shah comes on board Om
The makers took to social media to welcome the acclaimed actor to the project. Sharing the announcement, they wrote:
“A strong addition to the world of OM. The veteran Naseeruddin Shah on board the mega biggie.”
The film marks Naseeruddin Shah’s return to Tamil cinema after 26 years. He was last seen in Hey Ram (2000), where he portrayed Mahatma Gandhi alongside Kamal Haasan and Shah Rukh Khan.
About Om
Titled Om: Chapter 1 – Udhiram: The Blood Wood, the film serves as the first installment of a planned two-part action saga. The recently unveiled first glimpse introduces a group of people trapped in a life-threatening situation before Dhanush’s mysterious character arrives to rescue them, hinting at a high-stakes action spectacle.
Along with Dhanush and Naseeruddin Shah, the film features an impressive ensemble that includes Mammootty, Sai Pallavi, and Sreeleela in pivotal roles.
Dhanush’s upcoming projects
Dhanush was last seen in Kara, an action thriller directed by Vignesh Raja. Set in 1991, the film follows Karasamy, a former thief who is compelled to return to crime in an effort to reclaim his family’s ancestral land and fulfill his late father’s final wish.
The film also starred Mamitha Baiju, KS Ravikumar, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Karunaas, and Jayaram, and is currently streaming on Netflix.
On the work front, Dhanush recently shared a cryptic social media post that sparked speculation about a possible collaboration with director Venkat Prabhu under the tentative title DxV. While no official announcement has been made, reports suggest the post could be teasing either that project or another upcoming venture.
The actor is also expected to collaborate with Lubber Pandhu director Tamizharasan Pachamuthu on a future film.
