Chennai: The makers of Arya’s upcoming 40th film, Hello Kadhal, have released the first single, Kannum Kannum, introducing audiences to the romantic world of the film. Composed by G.V. Prakash Kumar, the song was unveiled on Friday and features vocals by Kapil Kapilan and Sivaangi, with lyrics penned by Vivek.
The video song features Arya and Nikhila Vimal as a married couple enjoying their life together while supporting each other’s dreams. The romantic track offers a glimpse into the relationship at the centre of the film, which is gearing up for a theatrical release on December 4.
The release of Kannum Kannum marks the first musical offering from the project and brings together a cast and technical team with experience across Tamil and other South Indian film industries.
Kannum Kannum celebrates love and companionship
The newly released song focuses on the warmth and companionship shared by the lead characters. Arya and Nikhila Vimal appear as a married couple, with the visuals portraying their moments of happiness and mutual encouragement.
Beyond romance, the song highlights the importance of supporting a partner’s ambitions while building a life together. This approach gives the track a relationship-centred theme, with the characters’ everyday experiences forming an important part of its visual presentation.
G.V. Prakash Kumar has composed the music, while Kapil Kapilan and Sivaangi lend their voices to Vivek’s lyrics. The combination brings together the composer’s experience in Tamil film music and the singers’ distinct vocal styles.
G.V. Prakash has previously collaborated with Arya on films such as Madrasapattinam and Raja Rani. His association with the actor continues with Hello Kadhal, adding another project to their shared filmography.
Nikhil Muraly directs Arya’s 40th film
Hello Kadhal is directed by Nikhil Muraly, who previously helmed the 2023 Malayalam film Pranaya Vilasam. That film featured Arjun Ashokan, Mamitha Baiju and Anaswara Rajan.
For his latest project, Nikhil has reunited with Pranaya Vilasam writers Sunu A.V. and Jyothish M. The collaboration brings the director and his previous writing partners together for a new romantic story featuring Arya and Nikhila Vimal.
The film also stars Vaishnavi Chaitanya opposite Arya and Nikhila Vimal. Further details about the characters and the overall storyline have not been disclosed in the supplied announcement.
The film’s title and the first single establish its romantic focus, although the complete narrative is yet to be revealed. The makers have begun introducing the project through its music ahead of its scheduled theatrical release.
Film to release in Telugu as Hello Prema
Alongside its Tamil version, Hello Kadhal is also set to release in Telugu under the title Hello Prema. The film credits filmmaker Halitha Shameem with additional screenplay and Tamil dialogues.
The Telugu title signals the makers’ plans to take the film to audiences beyond the Tamil-speaking market. With a cast featuring actors familiar to viewers across South Indian cinema, the project is positioned for a release that spans more than one language.
The involvement of Halitha Shameem in the additional screenplay and Tamil dialogues also adds another creative contributor to the film’s development. The makers have not provided further details about the distribution or release arrangements for the Telugu version.
Technical team brings together experienced collaborators
The technical crew includes G.V. Prakash Kumar as composer, Jeeva Sankar as cinematographer, Binu Nepolean as editor and Stunt Silva as stunt choreographer.
Jeeva Sankar’s cinematography will shape the film’s visual presentation, while Binu Nepolean is responsible for editing. Stunt Silva is part of the technical team overseeing the action choreography.
The film is produced under The Show People and Silver Grain Pictures banners. The production brings together the director, writers, cast and technical crew for a project that combines romance with a broader theatrical presentation.
Hello Kadhal gears up for December release
With Kannum Kannum now released, the makers have begun building interest in Hello Kadhal ahead of its December 4 theatrical debut.
The first single offers an early look at the relationship between the characters played by Arya and Nikhila Vimal, while the film’s additional casting and technical credits provide a broader picture of the production.
Further promotional material is expected to offer more details about the film’s story and characters as the release approaches. For now, Kannum Kannum serves as the audience’s first musical introduction to Arya’s 40th film, which is planned for release in Tamil as Hello Kadhal and Telugu as Hello Prema.