Kaala (English: Lord of Death or Dark-skinned One), also known as Kaala Karikaalan, is an upcoming Tamil-language gangster film written and directed by Pa. Ranjith and produced by Dhanush. The film revolves around the life of a Mumbai-based don Karikalan, played by Rajinikanth. Huma Qureshi, Samuthirakani and Anjali Patil also star in pivotal roles.