The wait for ‘Hi’, starring Nayanthara and Kavin, is getting shorter. Director Vishnu Edavan’s upcoming romantic entertainer has officially received a U/A certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), clearing the way for its theatrical release.
The makers also confirmed that the film will arrive in cinemas on August 14, 2026.
Production house shares official announcement
Production banner Seven Screen Studios announced the update through its official social media handles. Along with confirming the censor certification, the studio revealed the film’s release date with a heartfelt message.
The post read, “A tale that will steal your heart now has its date locked. Censored with a UA and on the way to theatres — Aug 14, 2026! A Jen Martin Musical.”
The announcement has increased excitement among fans who have been eagerly waiting to see Nayanthara and Kavin share screen space for the first time.
Story set across three Tamil Nadu cities
According to sources close to the film’s team, the story unfolds across Chennai, Coimbatore and Pollachi. While the makers have not revealed the full plot, insiders say the film has been designed as a family entertainer with an emotional love story at its heart.
Interestingly, the sources also claim that the film does not feature a traditional villain, choosing instead to focus on relationships and emotions. This approach is expected to make the story different from many commercial entertainers.
Earlier, director Vishnu Edavan had described the project as a wholesome family film that speaks about true love, hinting at a feel-good experience for audiences of all ages.
Vishnu Edavan makes his directorial debut
‘Hi’ marks the directorial debut of Vishnu Edavan. Before stepping into the director’s chair, he worked as an associate director with filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj on several successful films, including ‘Kaithi’, ‘Master’ and ‘Vikram’.
His experience on these major productions has created curiosity about how he will present his first film as a director.
Strong cast and experienced technical team
Apart from Nayanthara and Kavin, the film features a supporting cast that includes K. Bhagyaraj, Prabhu, Radhika, Sathyan, Adithya Kathir and Kureishi, among others.
The project is jointly produced by Zee Studios South, The Rowdy Pictures and Seven Screen Studios.
The film also brings together an experienced technical crew. Jen Martin has composed the music, while Rajesh Shukla has handled the cinematography. Philomin Raj is in charge of editing, and Shekhar B serves as the art director. The dance sequences have been choreographed by Brinda, with Dinesh Kasi designing the action scenes.