Going south

Aparshakti Khurana on the sets of Root — Running Out of Time

Aparshakti Khurana is set to make his Tamil cinema debut with Root — Running Out of time, a sci-fi crime thriller currently being shot in Chennai. Known for his work in Stree (2018) and its sequel Stree 2 (2024), the actor will star alongside Gautham Karthik in what is being described as a high-concept narrative blending emotional depth with genre storytelling. Directed by Sooriyaprathap S, the film marks a shift for the actor as he steps into a new linguistic and cinematic space. Speaking about his Tamil debut, Aparshakti said, “I am absolutely thrilled to be making my debut in Tamil cinema with Root — Running Out of time. It’s a challenging and unique script, and I’m excited to explore this new territory. The opportunity to work with such a talented team and to connect with a new audience is something I’m truly looking forward to.”