Actor Silambarasan TR, widely known by his screen name Simbu, on Monday, 12 October 2026, released the official trailer of the upcoming Tamil film 'Delivery Boy', directed by Nani and starring Leo Sivakumar, Brigida, and veteran actress Radhika Sarathkumar in the lead roles. The film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on 23 October 2026.

Simbu's Reveal and the Fanboy Moment

Sharing the trailer on his social media timelines, Silambarasan wrote: 'Happy to present the trailer of #DeliveryBoy. Wishing @leosivakumar02, @realradikaa ma'am and the entire team lots of love and success. In theatres on October 23, 2026!' The gesture clearly moved lead actor Leo Sivakumar, who responded emotionally: 'From admiring your films on the big screen to having my film's trailer unveiled by you — this is truly a dream come true and the biggest fanboy moment of my life! Thank you so much, @SilambarasanTR_ Anna, for your love and support.'

What the Trailer Reveals

The trailer opens with a police officer's voiceover describing a dangerous gang of seven men who, after serving a jail sentence for murder, resurface as hardened criminals aligned with a notorious underworld figure. Meanwhile, the protagonist — a lower-middle-class delivery boy — is shown in a tender romance, with his mother (played by Radhika Sarathkumar) eager to see him married. The stakes escalate sharply when one of the seven gang members is killed and the rest seek revenge — with the protagonist squarely in their crosshairs. Director Nani had earlier described the film as being about 'a hardworking delivery boy's efforts to save his mother,' calling it a 'gripping story that will keep audiences hooked from the beginning to end.'

Production Details

The film was shot entirely in Chennai and Coimbatore over a remarkably tight schedule of just 42 days, with principal photography wrapping in December 2025. Produced by Amutha Leoni under the banner Asasi Creations, the film features music by Sundaramoorthy and cinematography by Prasanna Kumar. Dialogues have been written by Nanda Mani Vasagam, editing is by Vasanth, stunt choreography by Phoenix Prabhu, and art direction by Suresh Kalyani. Music label Saregama Tamil also shared the release date announcement poster, billing the film as a story of 'love, music and emotions.'

Supporting Cast and the Director's Journey

Beyond the principal trio, 'Delivery Boy' features a strong supporting ensemble including actors Dushyanth, Kaali Venkat, and Bose Venkat. Director Nani, who previously served as an assistant director to noted filmmaker Suseenthiran, is making his directorial debut with the project. The lean production schedule and Chennai-Coimbatore shoot reportedly helped the team maintain tight creative control. Post-production, including dubbing, progressed swiftly after the shoot wrapped.

Release and What to Expect

'Delivery Boy' is set to open in cinemas worldwide on 23 October 2026. With Simbu's endorsement amplifying its pre-release visibility and a release date just days away, the film arrives as a mid-range Tamil emotional actioner competing in the festive season window. Whether the trailer momentum translates into box-office returns will depend on early audience word-of-mouth.