India, Jan. 15 -- Dhanush not only treated fans with the title reveal of his upcoming film with Vignesh Raja, but also surprised them with the first glimpse on the occasion of Pongal. The intense, action-packed glimpse, titled The Name is Kara, has now garnered positive reactions from fans and viewers on social media.

"Be it crop or weed," begins Dhanush's voiceover in the minute-long video. "Be it sin or virtue. What a man sows, he alone must reap. What I sowed is now ripe for the taking." The glimpse offers a montage of shots in which Dhanush's character is seen to be beaten and fighting oppression. But he refuses to let go and stands up for himself, seeking revenge.

"Before that, I must wipe the stain upon my name. And lead those who...