Birthday Blast for Karthi: ‘Sardar 2’ Poster Drops, ‘Karthi 30’ Announced

On his birthday, Tamil star Karthi received a double treat from the film industry, with major updates from two of his upcoming projects generating fresh buzz among fans.

Production banner Prince Pictures unveiled a vibrant new poster of Sardar 2 , officially confirming that the spy thriller is slated for a 2026 theatrical release . The film, which continues the story from the 2022 hit Sardar , promises large-scale action and international espionage elements.

According to the makers, the shoot has been carried out across Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Chennai , featuring high-production sequences including an elaborate cargo plane set piece , underscoring the film’s global scale. The newly released poster presents Karthi in an intense action avatar, further heightening anticipation for the sequel.

Adding to the celebrations, Sithara Entertainments announced #Karthi30 , a new bilingual comedy-family entertainer directed by Kalyan Shankar . The film stars Meenakshi Chaudhary opposite Karthi and is currently in production, with shooting already underway.

The makers have also confirmed that a title reveal will be announced soon , building curiosity around the project, which is expected to cater to both Tamil and Telugu audiences.

With Sardar 2 expanding his action franchise and Karthi 30 exploring a lighter, family-oriented genre, the announcements mark a diverse and eventful birthday for the actor, strengthening anticipation for his upcoming slate.