Chennai, Dec 31 (NationPress) Oscar-winning composer and one of India's most celebrated music directors, A R Rahman, is set to make his acting debut in the forthcoming film 'Moonwalk', directed by Manoj N S and starring Prabhudeva in the lead role.

The film's production team, Behindwoods Productions, recently revealed 14 exciting character posters, significantly heightening the anticipation surrounding this project.

In a remarkable first, A R Rahman has lent his voice to all five tracks in 'Moonwalk', creating a cohesive musical identity for the film's soundtrack. Notably, this film also marks his debut as an actor, where he will portray a fictional “angry young film director” who shares his name, which promises to add an intriguing meta-narrative to the storyline.

Director Manoj N S expressed his excitement: “Shooting the song ‘Mayile’ with Prabhudeva and A. R. Rahman was an incredible experience. The result is a visual treat for audiences. Prabhudeva has delivered one of his most memorable dance performances, and I owe a lot to choreographer Sekhar Master for making it exceptional.”

He further mentioned, “A. R. Rahman’s presence in the song adds a delightful charm. After the song, I offered him an extended role, and he accepted graciously. This will be a surprising moment for viewers, and directing him in his first scene was a joy. His enthusiasm was infectious on set.”

Adding to the excitement, Prabhudeva will showcase his versatility in the role of ‘Babootty’, a young choreographer, combining performance with humor, making it one of the most captivating characters in the movie.

Also intriguing is Yogi Babu, who has been announced to play dual roles named ‘Kavarimaan Narayanan’ and ‘Aattukkaal Azhagu Rasa’, and will surprise audiences by appearing in a third role, ‘Dubai Mathew’, enhancing the film's quirky and experimental flair. “We will unveil a surprise regarding Yogi Babu’s role during the audio launch,” added Manoj N S.

The talented ensemble cast includes Aju Varghese as ‘Lord Djokovic’, Arjun Ashokan as ‘Luna’, Satz as ‘Jasmine’, Sushmitha as ‘Silk’, Nishma as ‘Nagma’, Swaminathan as ‘Periya Pannai’, Redin Kingsley as ‘Kannu Kutty’, Rajendran as ‘Mallikarjun’, Deepa Akka as ‘Karpoorazhagi’, Santhosh Jacob as ‘Thavasi’, and Ramkumar as ‘Raj Babbar’. “We are fortunate to have such talented actors in Moonwalk. I hope the audience enjoys their performances in theaters,” added Manoj N S.

The full-length comedy feature is scheduled for theatrical release in May 2026.