Mumbai
The action-drama film is written and directed by Siva, known for movies such as "Siruthai", "Vedhalam" and "Viswasam".
Sun Pictures shared the news of Singh joining the cast in a post on their official Twitter handle.
"#AbhimanyuSingh joins the cast of #Annaatthe @rajinikanth @directorsiva #Nayanthara @KeerthyOfficial @immancomposer," the tweet read.
"Annaatthe" also stars Nayanthara, Keerthy Suresh, Jackie Shroff and Prakash Raj, among others.
Singh made his big screen debut with the Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra-directed 2001 "Aks".
He is known for his performances in "Rakta Chaitra", "I Am", "Mom", "Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela", "Gulaal", "Jannat" and "Lakshya".
Singh has also acted in films down South, including "Oxygen", "Amar Akbar Anthony" and "Theeran Adhigaaram Ondru".
"Annaatthe" is reportedly scheduled to release during Diwali this year.
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