On Vijayakanth’s birth anniversary, the film The Greatest Of All Time (GOAT) honours the late actor with a groundbreaking AI-generated avatar. The innovative technology allows the actor-politician to appear on screen despite his passing. Kamal Haasan also paid his respects in a heartfelt post, reminiscing about the late actor’s impact and legacy. The occasion was marked by a blend of emotional tributes and technological marvels, celebrating Vijayakanth's enduring influence on Tamil cinema. ‘The Greatest Of All Time’ Trailer: Thalapathy Vijay Promises Double the Action and Fun in Venkat Prabhu’s Spy-Thriller (Watch Video).

This innovative decision was made with the approval of his wife, Premalatha Vijayakanth, ensuring that the portrayal would honour his legacy respectfully.

Thalapathy Vijay With Captain Vijayakanth’s Family

Kamal Haasan Pays Tribute on Captain Vijayakanth’s Birth Anniversary

About 'The Greatest of All Time (GOAT)'

Thalapathy Vijay takes on a dual role as Agent Gandhi and his son Jeevan. Gandhi, a retired agent from the Special Anti-Terrorist Squad (SATS), is depicted trying to prevent a major bomb threat in Chennai. Meanwhile, Jeevan, portrayed by a younger version of Vijay, joins his father in this high-stakes mission. The latest trailer offers a glimpse into this gripping storyline. ‘The Greatest Of All Time’ Trailer Reactions: Fans Can’t Wait To Watch ‘GOAT’ Thalapathy Vijay’s Actioner, Brag About Tamil Superstar’s New Title Card.

'GOAT' Release Date and Cast

Directed by Venkat Prabhu, Vijay's GOAT is set to premiere on September 5. The film features a star-studded ensemble including Thalapathy Vijay, Prashanth, Prabhudeva, Mohan, Jayaram, Sneha, Laila, Ajmal Amir, Meenakshi Chaudhary, Parvati Nair, Vaibhav, Yogi Babu, Premgi Amaren, Yugendran Vasudevan, and Akilan.

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