Tell us this is prank: Internet mocks Arasan fire glimpse, questions Anirudh's absence

The makers of Vetri Maaran's Arasan dropped a new promotional video, offering a fresh glimpse into the upcoming gangster drama starring Silambarasan TR aka Simbu. While the glimpse has generated curiosity about the film, its music has become a talking point for an entirely different reason. Several viewers have questioned composer Anirudh Ravichander's absence, with some even mocking the new track.The latest promotional video features music by Thejas Krishna, aka 808Krshna, instead of Anirudh, who was announced as the music director during the film's launch. While the makers have not announced any change in the film's music department, the choice has prompted a wave of reactions online. Many viewers expressed disappointment over the song choice in the promotional video, while others wondered whether the track was actually part of the film.They call the KING “DAAS”! Glimpse into ARASAN’s world soon! Happy Diwali! Let the Fireu works continue https://t.co/gQZpwKSnhH #VetriMaaran @SilambarasanTR_ @VijaySethuOffl @anirudhofficial @priyankaamohan @GTelefilms @imManishShah #Yogalakshmi @iYogiBabu @VelrajR #Jacki @RIAZtheboss #fireufireufireu— Kalaippuli S Thanu (@theVcreations) November 8, 2026"Low budget Anirudh No budget Anirudh ," read one comment. Another viewer wrote, "Prank nu sollunga da" (Tell us this is a prank), while a third commented, "Enna bro ithu" (What is this, bro?), questioning the music.Some viewers were even more critical of the track. "Seeing it on Instagram, I thought they had put it up to make fun of the audio, but it looks like this is the actual audio," read one comment. Another questioned the film's progress, writing, "Guys, ivanunga shooting eh start panla" (Guys, haven't these people even started shooting?). One comment also took a dig at the film's gangster premise, saying, "Vetri Maaran, saying it's a gangster film, is going to make a spoof film with STR."Here are some reactions:The reactions come amid speculation surrounding Anirudh's involvement in Arasan. Vijay Sethupathi and the composer were previously rumoured to have exited the project. However, the latest promotional video has not clarified Anirudh's status, even as it confirms Silambarasan's character name as Daas.Arasan was announced in 2025, with the makers unveiling its first glimpse in October that year. Filming on the project is currently underway. Silambarasan had earlier said that the film would make Tamil cinema proud, much like Dhurandhar did for Hindi cinema.The film also stars Vijay Sethupathi, Priyanka Mohan, Andrea Jeremiah, Yogi Babu and Yogalakshmi. The technical crew includes cinematographer R Velraj, editor R Ramar, art director Jacki and stunt choreographer Peter Hein.Kalaipuli S Thanu is producing the film under his V Creations banner, alongside Manish Shah, who is backing it under Goldmines Telefilms. Beyond Arasan, Vetri Maaran is also reuniting with Dhanush for Thamizh Murugan.- Ends