Overview
- The legal notice alleges Dhanush agreed to act in and direct Naan Rudran but did not deliver a complete screenplay and shifted his dates to other films.
- Thenandal Films says it advanced nearly Rs 20 crore, including payments tied to actors Nagarjuna Akkineni and S. J. Suryah, and has sought repayment.
- The company has demanded Rs 20 crore plus an additional Rs 1 crore if the matter is not resolved as outlined in the notice.
- The notice cites an earlier promise to provide a call sheet by the end of 2025 and, per reports, gives Dhanush one week to state whether he will allocate dates.
- The banner warns of further legal action if its demands are unmet, and Dhanush has not issued an official response while continuing with projects such as Kara and the announced D55.