'KHxRK': Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan reunite after 40 years, official announcement date and time locked

The news about the long-teased project marking the collaboration of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan is out. The announcement, which dropped at exactly 7:12 PM, confirmed that the historic project will launch officially on February 20 at 12:07. This moment marks a monumental reunion nearly 40 years in the making, bringing together two of Indian cinema’s most influential icons for a single film—something fans have long anticipated.

The announcement poster breakdown

The first look announcement poster has gone viral over social media due to its intricate details and multilayered implications. With the beautiful tagline “When the stars align, you don’t choose sides,” in the poster, the focus is on both heroes and their superior, cross-heroine status. Even the first announcement time is not just a mere date; 7 is Kamal Haasan's birthday (November 7), and 12 is Rajinikanth's birthday (December 12). The celestial layout, the balanced positioning, and the shared visual space subtly convey unity, legacy, and the scale of the collaboration.




Both actors are currently in a landmark phase of their careers where every film becomes part of their cinematic history. Rajinikanth has been filming 'Jailer 2' and has indicated he will move onto 'Thalaivar 173,' which Cibi Chakravarthy will direct. On the other hand, Kamal Haasan continues to act and produce along with other projects.

Massive expectations surround the reunion of Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan

The project had already generated huge curiosity after reports of a promo shoot featuring both stars in 80s-style getups, and Rajinikanth’s recent clean-shaven look further intensified the speculation. Now that the film is officially announced, the hype has reached a new peak. Trade circles and fans alike believe the film has the potential to set new box-office benchmarks and deliver a cultural moment that will be celebrated for years.Get the latest entertainment updates from the Times of India, along with the latest Hindi movies, upcoming Hindi movies in 2026 , and Telugu movies.”