The upcoming romantic film Hi, starring Nayanthara and Kavin in lead roles, has been generating buzz ever since its first-look posters were released. The film is directed by Vishnu Edavan, who previously worked as an assistant director to filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj.
Earlier reports suggested that the movie would hit theatres in May 2026. However, new updates indicate that the makers might be planning to release the film a month earlier than expected.
Hi likely to release in April 2026
According to a report cited by IndyaStory, the Nayanthara and Kavin starrer Hi could now arrive in theatres in April 2026, aligning with the busy summer release window.
Initial reports had pointed to a May 2026 release, but with several major South Indian films expected to compete during the summer season, the makers may have decided to shift the release date forward.
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Add Hunterfly on GoogleAn official announcement regarding the revised release date is still awaited.
New poster hints at upcoming surprise
Recently, the makers shared a fresh poster featuring Nayanthara and Kavin. The new look presents the lead pair in a warm and cheerful moment together, hinting at the film’s romantic tone.
Along with the poster, the team teased that a special update or surprise announcement related to the film could be coming soon.
What we know about the film
Hi is described as a romantic drama whose first-look posters were unveiled in October 2025. The story is expected to revolve around a love story between two tenants living in the same residential building, giving the narrative a relatable and urban setting.
The film brings together an experienced technical team:
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Add Hunterfly on Google- Director: Vishnu Edavan
- Music Composer: Jen Martin
- Cinematography: Rajesh Shukla
- Editor: Philomin Raj
Apart from directing, Vishnu Edavan is also a well-known lyricist who has contributed songs to major films such as Coolie, Master, and Leo.
Nayanthara’s upcoming projects
On the work front, Nayanthara will next be seen in the gangster action film Toxic: A Fairytale for Grown-Ups, starring Yash and directed by Geetu Mohandas. The film also features Kiara Advani, Tara Sutaria, Huma Qureshi, and Rukmini Vasanth in important roles.
The movie was initially scheduled for release on March 19, 2026, during the Ugadi festival, but the makers later postponed it to June 4, 2026.
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Add Hunterfly on GoogleApart from Toxic, Nayanthara is also expected to appear in several upcoming projects, including Patriot, Dear Students, and Mookuthi Amman 2.
