Shiva Rajkumar and Abishan Jeevinth's film wraps shooting
Synopsis
Drama Company's debut production — pairing Kannada superstar Shiva Rajkumar with Tamil actor-director Abishan Jeevinth under director Gautham Sivaraman — has wrapped filming, with a first look and title reveal on the horizon. The film, which launched in June 2025, features music by Leon James and marks a notable cross-industry collaboration.
Key Takeaways
Director Gautham Sivaraman's film featuring Shiva Rajkumar and Abishan Jeevinth has completed shooting as of 29 August 2025 .
The film is produced by Balamurugan A under the Drama Company banner — the production house's debut project.
Abishan Jeevinth plays a character named Sugan ; Shivani Nagaram is the female lead opposite him.
Music is by Leon James , cinematography by Pragadeesh Prabhu , and editing by Suresh Kumar .
The first look and title announcement are expected soon, according to the production house.
Director Gautham Sivaraman's upcoming bilingual production featuring Kannada star Shiva Rajkumar and Tamil actor-director Abishan Jeevinth has officially wrapped filming, production house Drama Company announced on Saturday, 29 August. The first look and title of the film are expected to be revealed soon.
The Wrap Announcement
Drama Company shared the news on its Instagram page with a heartfelt note: 'That's a wrap. To the moments, the people and the magic we created together on the sets of Dr. Shivarajkumar X Abishan Jeevinth | Drama Company Production No. 1. A journey filled with joy, friendship, love, laughter and relentless hard work and memories we'll cherish forever. First Look and Title Announcement Soon.'
The production, bankrolled by Balamurugan A under the Drama Company banner, was launched in June 2025 with considerable fanfare and marks the banner's debut production.
Cast and Characters
Abishan Jeevinth plays a character named Sugan in the film — described by the makers as a 'bundle of energy.' Drama Company had earlier unveiled his look with the caption: 'Meet the bundle of energy — Sugan. Our Energetic Star Abishan Jeevinth is all set to steal your hearts.'
Shivani Nagaram stars as the female lead opposite Abishan Jeevinth. The ensemble cast also includes Yogalakshmi, Gaana Vinoth, Sangeetha Madhavan, and Benjamin.
Technical Team
On the technical front, music is composed by Leon James, one of Tamil cinema's most sought-after composers. Pragadeesh Prabhu handles cinematography, while Suresh Kumar is the editor.
Abishan and Shiva Rajkumar: A Special Bond
Abishan Jeevinth, who rose to prominence as the director of 'Tourist Family', had publicly expressed his admiration for his co-star earlier this year. In a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Shiva Rajkumar's birthday, he wrote: 'Happy Birthday, @NimmaShivanna sir!! Wishing you nothing but the very best, always. Thank you for all the love and support you've shown me. I'm incredibly proud to be sharing the screen with you.'
With the shoot now complete, attention turns to the first look and title reveal, which Drama Company has indicated will follow shortly.
Point of View
A Tamil director-turned-actor who broke through with 'Tourist Family', is a calculated play for dual-market audiences across Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. Director Gautham Sivaraman, composer Leon James, and a pan-South cast suggest the film is being positioned for wide release rather than a niche corridor. The real test will be whether the first look and title, expected imminently, can build the kind of pre-release buzz that cross-industry projects increasingly depend on to justify their scale.
NationPress
29 Aug 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Drama Company Production No. 1 film about?
The film is an upcoming project directed by Gautham Sivaraman, featuring Kannada star Shiva Rajkumar and Tamil actor-director Abishan Jeevinth in the lead roles. Full plot details have not been disclosed yet, but the first look and title are expected to be announced soon.
Who is Abishan Jeevinth and what is his character in the film?
Abishan Jeevinth is a Tamil actor and director best known for his directorial debut 'Tourist Family'. In this film, he plays a character named Sugan, described by the makers as a 'bundle of energy.'
Who is producing the Shiva Rajkumar and Abishan Jeevinth film?
The film is produced by Balamurugan A under the banner of Drama Company, and it is the production house's first project. It was launched in June 2025.
Who are the other cast and crew members of the film?
The film stars Shivani Nagaram as the female lead opposite Abishan Jeevinth, alongside Yogalakshmi, Gaana Vinoth, Sangeetha Madhavan, and Benjamin. Music is by Leon James, cinematography by Pragadeesh Prabhu, and editing by Suresh Kumar.
When will the first look and title of the film be announced?
Drama Company has confirmed that the first look and title announcement will follow the shoot wrap, though no specific date has been revealed. The announcement is expected soon.
