Santhosh Narayanan joins Dhruv Vikram's DV4 as music composer
Synopsis
Santhosh Narayanan joining DV4 is the biggest creative signal yet about the film's ambition — Mythri Movie Makers is pairing one of Tamil cinema's most inventive composers with Dhruv Vikram as he pivots from intense art-house roles to a mass commercial entertainer. A jamming session photo already has fans speculating.
Key Takeaways
Santhosh Narayanan confirmed as music composer for Dhruv Vikram 's next film, #DV4 / #MythriTamil04 .
Announcement made by Mythri Movie Makers on 4 August , with a jamming session photo shared.
Film directed by Karan Aravind Kumar , produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar .
Shooting began in the first week of July 2025 ; launch held at Mythri's MRC Nagar, Chennai office.
Dhruv Vikram , last seen in 'Bison' , is reportedly shifting to a mass-appeal commercial entertainer for this project.
Technical crew includes cinematographer Viki , editor Jayasuriya , and action director Vikram Mor .
Music director Santhosh Narayanan has been confirmed as the composer for Dhruv Vikram's upcoming Tamil film, tentatively titled #DV4 or #MythriTamil04, directed by Karan Aravind Kumar. Production house Mythri Movie Makers made the announcement on Tuesday, 4 August, sharing a photograph from a jamming session featuring the director, lead actor, and composer together.
The Official Announcement
Mythri Movie Makers posted on its social media channels, confirming Narayanan's involvement with the words: 'The ever-inventive powerhouse @Music_Santhosh is on board for #DV4. Director @karanAkumar12 shares a picture from the jamming session with #DhruvVikram & the ace musician. Something exciting coming soon.' The post described the project as 'an out and out commercial entertainer.'
Santhosh Narayanan is among the most sought-after composers in Tamil cinema, known for his eclectic work across mainstream and independent films. His addition to the project is expected to give the music a distinct identity.
About the Film
The yet-to-be-titled film is Mythri Movie Makers' fourth Tamil venture — the Telugu production house has been steadily expanding into other language markets. The project is being produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar, and the screenplay has been co-written by Karan Aravind Kumar and Saby.
The film officially went on floors in the first week of July 2025 with a traditional pooja ceremony held at Mythri's Chennai office in MRC Nagar. Director Keerthiswaran sounded the clapboard for the muhurtham shot, while directors Adhik Ravichandran, Ravikumar, Antony Bhagyaraj, Raja, Sasi, and Shouryuv (of 'Hi Nanna' fame) attended the launch ceremony.
Technical Crew
The film boasts a well-assembled technical team. Cinematography will be handled by Viki, editing by Jayasuriya, costume design by Praveen Raja, and production design by GM Sekhar. Action sequences will be choreographed by Vikram Mor.
Dhruv Vikram's Commercial Pivot
Dhruv Vikram, son of veteran actor Vikram, was last seen in the critically acclaimed 'Bison', directed by Mari Selvaraj. Known for his work in intense, performance-driven roles, the actor is now reportedly set to embrace a mass-appeal entertainer — a notable stylistic shift that sources say is by design, aimed at reaching a wider Tamil audience.
With Santhosh Narayanan on board, all eyes will now be on the film's first musical reveal, which the production house has teased as 'something exciting coming soon.'
Point of View
Making him a rare bridge between multiplex and single-screen audiences. For Dhruv Vikram, this film is a calculated career inflection: 'Bison' proved his acting credentials, but Tamil cinema's commercial ecosystem rewards stars who can carry a mass entertainer. Mythri Movie Makers, expanding its Tamil slate, clearly wants DV4 to be that crossover moment. Whether Narayanan's score becomes the defining hook will be one of the first real tests.
NationPress
4 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is composing music for Dhruv Vikram's DV4?
Santhosh Narayanan has been confirmed as the music composer for DV4, Dhruv Vikram's upcoming Tamil film directed by Karan Aravind Kumar. The announcement was made by Mythri Movie Makers on 4 August.
What is the DV4 film about?
DV4, tentatively titled #MythriTamil04, is described as an out-and-out commercial entertainer starring Dhruv Vikram in the lead. The screenplay has been co-written by director Karan Aravind Kumar and Saby.
Who is producing DV4?
The film is being produced by Naveen Yerneni and Y Ravi Shankar under the banner of Mythri Movie Makers, a leading Telugu production house that has been expanding into Tamil cinema. This is their fourth Tamil venture.
What was Dhruv Vikram's last film?
Dhruv Vikram was last seen in 'Bison', directed by Mari Selvaraj, which received critical acclaim. DV4 reportedly marks a shift toward a mass-appeal commercial entertainer for the actor.
When did the shoot for DV4 begin?
The film officially went on floors in the first week of July 2025 with a traditional pooja ceremony at Mythri Movie Makers' Chennai office in MRC Nagar, attended by the full cast, crew, and several guest directors.
