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Veera Dheera Sooran Worldwide Box Office (Closing Collection): Chiyaan Vikram’s 4th Highest-Grosser Post-covid ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Veera Dheera Sooran, starring Chiyaan Vikram, Dushara Vijayan, and Sj Suryah, has ended its theatrical run. After making decent earnings initially, the film slowed down and just kept the scoreboard ticking. Today, with Suriya’s Retro hitting theatres, Vikram’s film moved out of theatres, thus closing the journey. Unfortunately, it failed to fetch a winning score at the worldwide box office. Keep reading for a closing collection report!

Reception of the film

Written and directed by Su Arun Kumar, the Kollywood neo-noir action thriller was theatrically released on March 27, 2025. Upon its release, the film received mostly favorable reviews from critics. Chiyaan Vikram and other actors were praised for their solid performances, along with Kumar’s direction. Even among moviegoers, it saw a decent word-of-mouth.

Veera Dheera Sooran ends its run below 70 crores!

Vikram As Kaali Facing Dangerous Night Showdown (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Prime Video has officially confirmed the global streaming premiere of Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2, the critically acclaimed Tamil action-thriller headlined by Chiyaan Vikram. The film will begin streaming on April 24 in Tamil, along with dubs available in Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kannada, across more than 240 countries and territories worldwide.

Written and directed by S.U. Arun Kumar, the film features Vikram in a striking role that explores themes of redemption, survival, and vengeance. The cast also includes S.J. Suryah, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Dushara Vijayan, and Prudhvi Raj in key roles. The soundtrack and background score have been composed by G.V. Prakash Kumar, adding further intensity to the film’s gripping narrative.

Set in Madurai against the backdrop of a temple festival, Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 follows Kaali, a provision store owner who appears to have left behind a life of crime. However,...

Veera Dheera Sooran Worldwide Box Office Day 21: Will Fail To Beat Chiyaan Vikram’s Anniyan(Photo Credit –Facebook/Prime Video)

Veera Dheera Sooran is in the final stage of its theatrical run and very soon, it is going to wrap up. The Ott premiere of the film is likely to take place in the next few days, so there’s no much scope of making any significant earnings. Heading towards a lifetime collection of less than 70 crores, it will fail to beat Chiyaan Vikram‘s 19-year-old film, Anniyan, at the worldwide box office. Keep reading for a detailed report of day 21!

Veera Dheera Sooran on day 21

It was another dull day at the ticket windows. On the verge of ending the run, the Kollywood action thriller earned just 14 lakh in India. Though it rose from day 20’s 13 lakh, it’s of no use. Overall, the film has earned 42.05 crore...

Veera Dheera Sooran Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 17 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

The Chiyaan Vikram starrer Tamil action-drama Veera Dheera Sooran is turning out to be a losing affair at the box office. The movie is inching towards 70 crores now but will mostly lose out from the profit-making zone. Let us take a look at the box office performance of the film on its 17th day.

Veera Dheera Sooran Worldwide Box Office Collection Day 17

On its 17th day, the Chiyaan Vikram starrer earned 20 lakhs when it came to the day-wise collection. This was a growth of around 42% since the movie amassed 14 lakhs on its previous day. The total India net collection of the film now comes to 41.33 crores.

Including the taxes, the gross collection of the film comes to 48.76 crores. The movie earned around 16 crores when it came to the overseas collection. The worldwide collection of Veera Dheera Sooran now stands at 64.76 crores.

Veera Dheera Sooran Box Office Collection Day 14 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Veera Dheera Sooran, starring Chiyaan Vikram in the lead role, is managing to keep going at the Indian box office. Released amid decent expectations, the film has earned a respectable sum but it is yet to become a successful affair. The good thing is, despite a reduction of shows during the second week, it has been enjoying a steady run. Will this trend help to recover the film’s total budget? Let’s take a look at it!

Veera Dheera Sooran on day 14

It seems that favorable audience reactions have worked in favor so far. Yesterday, on day 14, the Kollywood action thriller started with 11% occupancy in morning shows. In the afternoon shows, the occupancy went up to 14%. In the evening, it had an occupancy of 13%, which went up to 15% in night shows.

With such occupancy, Veera Dheera Sooran earned an...

Veera Dheera Sooran Worldwide Box Office Day 11 Update! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Vikram starrer Veera Dheera Sooran is now slow but steady at the ticket windows. It crossed the 50 crore mark at the worldwide box office yesterday. The Tamil action thriller is now all set to unlock another feat by surpassing the global earnings of Madha Gaja Raja. Scroll below for day 11 updates!

Recovers 68% budget!

On the second Sunday, S. U. Arun Kumar’s directorial witnessed a slight growth of 7% in box office collections in India. It added 2.49 crore net to the kitty. The 11-day total in the domestic region now stands at 37.36 crores.

Veera Dheera Sooran is made on an estimated budget of 55 crores. Chiyaan Vikram’s film has recovered 68% of its investments so far. It must continue a good hold with a minimal dip during the weekdays in order to achieve success.

Trending Good Bad Ugly Box Office Day...

Veera Dheera Sooran Box Office Collection Day 9 ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Veera Dheera Sooran, starring Chiyaan Vikram in the lead role, entered its second-week run yesterday. On the second Friday, the pace of the film was steady. In fact, the collection was slightly higher than Thursday, which indicates that there’s favorable word-of-mouth among the ticket-buying audience. However, there’s still a long way to go at the Indian box office. Keep reading for a detailed day 9 collection report!

In the morning shows, the Kollywood action thriller had a decent 12% occupancy. In the afternoon shows, there was some growth, as the occupancy went up to 16%. In the evening shows, there was a negligible dip, and the occupancy was 15%. Night shows witnessed a good jump, with an occupancy of 24%. Overall, throughout the day, the film had an average occupancy of 17%, which is decent.

With such occupancy, Veera Dheera Sooran managed to earn...

Veera Dheera Sooran Box Office Collection Day 7: Budget & Recovery Of Chiyaan Vikram Starrer ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Veera Dheera Sooran, starring Chiyaan Vikram, Sj Suryah, Dushara Vijayan, and others, completed its 7-day run in theatres yesterday. Out of all Vikram’s post-pandemic theatrical releases, his latest release had one of the lowest pre-release hypes. Still, it has managed to pull off a fair total on board. But will it achieve the winning total at the Indian box office? Let’s find out!

Written and directed by Su Arun Kumar, the Kollywood action drama opened to positive reviews from critics, which is a big relief for Vikram after the debacle of Thangalaan. Even word-of-mouth among the ticket-buying audience is favorable. In the first five days, it did a decent job, earning 23.65 crores. On Tuesday, there was a noticeable drop, but a fair number of 2.75 crores came in, as per Sacnilk.

On Wednesday,...

This is one of the most anxiety-inducing films I have seen in recent Tamil cinema. While many films evoke tension through gore and brutal violence, Arun Kumar’s “Veera Dheera Sooran – Part 2” (2025) generates suspense through its gripping build-up scenes even before the action kicks in. Kaali (played by Vikram) leads a peaceful life with his family, running a small grocery shop at home. One night, an old acquaintance—more of a former colleague and a friend—arrives accompanied by his boss, seeking a favour.

Kaali finds himself in a situation where refusal becomes not an option. As he becomes entangled in fulfilling this favour, he gets trapped between two opposing forces, each vying for dominance and power. How Kaali, manages to survive this storm of power dynamics and save his family forms the very essence of “Veera Dheera Sooran.”

The film masterfully portrays the shifting dynamics of power and how...

Veera Dheera Sooran Box Office Collection Day 5 Update! ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

Chiyaan Vikram starrer Veera Dheera Sooran is picking up the pace at the Indian box office. It enjoyed the Eid holiday on Monday and witnessed a good jump in collections. It is inches away from becoming the fourth highest-grossing Tamil film of 2025. Scroll below for day 5 updates!

A successful Monday!

As per Sacnilk, S U Arun Kumar’s directorial earned 4.50 crores on day 5. It witnessed growth of 22% compared to 3.70 crores earned on Friday. The Eid holiday surged the footfalls throughout the day. The action drama raked 4.30 crores in Tamil, while the remaining sum came from the Telugu belt.

The total box office collections of Veera Dheera Sooran at the Indian box office come to 23.65 crores. Take a look at the revised daily breakdown below:

Day 1- 3.20 crores Day 2- 3.70 crores Day 4- 5.50 crores Day 4- 6.75 crores Day 5- 4.50 crores...

Veera Dheera Sooran Cast Salary: Did Chiyaan Vikram Charge 30 Times More Than the Director?( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Chiyaan Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran has been getting mixed reviews at the box office, and it has recovered merely 12% of its budget in two days. This brings us to the obvious question – the budget of the film, which is speculated to be somewhere around 50-55 crore.

Chiyaan Vikram Took Home 54% Of Budget?

Speculations are rife that the lead actor, Chiyaan Vikram, has charged almost 30 crore for the film! This is almost 54% of the entire budget of the action film! But did the actor actually charge half of the budget as his remuneration for the film?

Well, the truth is, as per a report by Toi, Chiyaan Vikram has indeed charged 30 crores. But the amount is for the two parts of Veera Dheera Sooran. The total budget of the two parts is 105 – 110 crore,...

Veera Dheera Sooran Box Office Collection Day 2 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Veera Dheera Sooran, also titled Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2, registered a slow start at the Indian box office. Due to low pre-release buzz, the film failed to even cross the 4 crore mark despite securing a decent showcasing in the Tamil market. But the good thing is, on day 2, a jump was witnessed. Though it was negligible, it’s something to cheer for the team. Keep reading for a detailed collection report!

Faring decently among moviegoers

Yesterday, the Kollywood action-thriller opened to mostly favorable reviews from critics. Right from the performances to the raw execution of director Su Arun Kumar, several aspects of the film were praised. Even among the ticket-buying audience, word-of-mouth is positive. This positivity might help it in the long run.

Veera Dheera Sooran grows on day 2

Due to low pre-release buzz, Veera Dheera Sooran is failing to...

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 Box Office Recovers Only 12% Of Its Reported Budget In 48 Hours! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Chiyaan Vikram’s ability to deliver powerful performances translated into strong word-of-mouth for his action thriller Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2, and the action thriller has maintained a hold at the box office, not witnessing a drop on day 2. In two days, the film stands at a total collection of 6.65 crore.

Budget & Recovery

Mounted on a budget of reported 50 – 55 crore, the film has managed to recover only 12% of its entire budget. After the Eid weekend, recovering the remaining mammoth amount at the box office will be a herculean task for Chiyaan Vikram!

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 Box Office Day 2 Estimates

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 on the second day, earned in the range of 3 – 4 crore at the box office. This is almost in the same range as the opening day. Chiyaan Vikram‘s biggie earned...

Is Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 Facing Legal Heat?(Photo Credit –Instagram)

Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 hit theaters on March 27, 2025. However, the initial shows were canceled following an order from the Delhi High Court. Wondering why? According to Times Now, B4U took legal action, claiming that they had an agreement with the film’s production house, Hr Pictures, and producer Riya Shibu.

As per the agreement, the movie’s post-theatrical rights were supposed to be sold before its theatrical release, but this did not happen. Sun News reported that the court directed the producer to deposit Inr 7 crore and submit all relevant documents related to the film within 48 hours. Additionally, 123Telugu reported that screenings abroad, including in the US, were canceled due to this issue.

Fortunately, now that all parties have reached an amicable settlement, Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 will not face the four-week delay initially...

Veera Dheera Sooran Box Office Collection Day 1(Photo Credit –Facebook)

Chiyaan Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran arrived in theatres yesterday, and it has registered a much slower start than expected. Yes, the film was low on buzz compared to Vikram’s previous theatrical releases, but a collection below the 5 crore mark was never expected. With an underwhelming total on day 1, the film has recorded the lowest opening for the actor in the post-covid era. Keep reading for a detailed box office report!

Reception of the film

The Kollywood action-thriller has opened to mostly favorable reviews so far. Director Su Arun Kumar is being praised for his new form of storytelling and for maintaining the rawness. Also, as usual, Vikram is being hailed for its effortless performance. Even word-of-mouth is mostly positive, so that’s something to cheer for.

Day 1 collection of Veera Dheera Sooran

Veera Dheera Sooran had a low buzz around itself,...

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 Box Office Day 1 Brings 3rd Biggest Opening For Kollywood In 2025! ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Veera Dheera Sooran part 2 has opened on a very low note at the box office despite bringing the 3rd biggest opening for Kollywood in 2025 after Vidaamuyarchi’s 27 crore and Dragon’s 5.4 crore. In fact, Chiyaan Vikram’s film has opened better than most profitable Tamil film of 2025 Madha Gaja Raja, which earned 3 crore on day 1.

Opens Higher Than Last Kollywood Eid

Last Eid film in Kollywood was Romeo that arrived on April 11, 2024 and opened at 1.05 crore at the box office. Chiyaan Vikram’s Eid release of 2025 has earned at least 3.5 times higher than Kollywood’s last Eid!

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 Box Office Day 1 Estimates

On the opening day, March 27, Veera Dheera Sooran part 2 opened at the box office in the range of 3.5 – 3.8 crore as per the early trends! The film has started...

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 Box Office Day 1 Advance Booking (Final) ( Photo Credit – Instagram )

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2, starring Chiyaan Vikram in the lead role, has arrived in theatres. Compared to Vikram’s previous films, this action thriller had less buzz, and that could be seen through the day 1 advance booking at the Indian box office. In the post-covid era, this is Vikram’s fifth theatrical release, and sadly, it has witnessed the lowest pre-sales. Keep reading for a detailed report!

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 stays low in advance booking

The Kollywood entertainer had a low buzz around itself, which was sensed through an underwhelming response in pre-sales. After a fair start, it closed the day 1 advance booking by selling tickets worth 2.41 crore gross (excluding blocked seats) at the Indian box office. It included a sale of 1.54 lakh+ tickets across the country.

Tamil Nadu alone contributed 1.85 crore gross out of total bookings,...

Veera Dheera Sooran X Reviews (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The Chiyaan Vikram starrer Tamil action-thriller film Veera Dheera Sooran was released in theatres today (March 27). However, the film’s release is meeting with a controversy, with some morning shows being canceled because of a legal dispute between a production company and the film’s producer. This has resulted in several shows being pushed to post 11 am today. However, we stumbled upon some early reviews of the movie on X. Here’s what the netizens are saying about the same.

Veera Dheera Sooran Reviews On X

One of the netizens stated, “Veera Dheera Sooran is raw, rustic, and realistic. The casting and characterization are perfect.”

A user said, “Vikram and the whole team have lived in their role. This will heal Chiyaan’s unfortunate failures.” For the unversed, the superstar’s previous movies have not tasted much success at the box office.

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 Ticket Pre-Sales Ends Way Below Chiyaan Vikram’s Last Release! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Chiyaan Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran part 2 has arrived in the theaters, clashing with Mohanlal’s Malayalam storm L2: Empuraan at the box office, along with Telugu releases Mad Square and Robinhood arriving on March 28 with Sikandar lurking to storm on March 30!

Helmed by Su Arun Kumar, the Tamil action thriller has not witnessed any major positive signs with its ticket pre-sales on Bms. In fact, it ended its run as the 16th biggest Kollywood ticket pre-sales on Bms, surpassing Vijay Sethupathi’s Maharaja, which sold 22K tickets in advance on Bms before the film arrived in the theaters.

Veera Dheera Sooran Box Office Ticket Sales

The pre-sales for the film ended at 35K sold tickets. Much less than Chiyaan Vikram’s last theatrical release! Interestingly, Thangalaan, with a ticket sale of 199K in advance on Bms,...

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 Box Office Day 1 Prediction: Chiyaan Vikram Likely To Deliver His Lowest Post-covid Opening! (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2 is all set for its release tomorrow. After the grand success of Dragon, the next big release from Kollywood is ready to be unleashed in the form of the Chiyaan Vikram starrer. While the film has the potential to earn big at the Indian box office, it is faring much lower than Vikram’s previous theatrical releases as far as day 1 is concerned. It is most likely to be the actor’s lowest opener post-covid. Keep reading reading for a detailed prediction report!

Directed by Su Arun Kumar, the Kollywood action thriller has some buzz around it. Still, it’s not up to the level of Vikram’s other theatrical releases in the post-pandemic era. The Ponniyin Selvan franchise had the most pre-release buzz among Vikram’s post-covid releases.

Despite its eclectically enigmatic lead as the titular sleuth, “Bhoothaddam Bhaskar Narayana” suffers from an ostensibly unserious approach to depicting its inherently grim story. Directed by Purushotham Raaj, the film’s steady commitment to tonal shifts undermines its macabre serial killer setting. The comedy is too sporadic and out-of-sync to pass off as a dark comedy. Having said that, the innate appeal of the occult mystery and a fine turn by lead actor Shiva Kandukuri rescue “Bhoothaddam Bhaskar Narayana” from being utterly unappealing.

Bhoothaddam Bhaskar Narayana (2025) Movie Synopsis and Plot Summary:

The film starts with collages of newspaper clips that paint the picture of a serial killer’s works spanning over a decade. This killer, known as the “Effigy Killer,” kills young women and beheads them. The Killer places an effigy of a Rakshasa (Demons in Hindu mythology) on the beheaded body. The killer prowls around the Chincholi Forest area.

All You Need To Know About Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 is gearing up for release, and you might be wondering about Part 1. Some may even consider catching the first film on Ott or googling it. You can’t watch the second part without seeing the first, right? But here’s the twist—Part 2 is actually being released first! While it’s not entirely new for films to show the ending of a story in the first part and then explain how they got there in the sequel, it’s rare for an Indian movie to title itself as ‘Part 2’ when Part 1 hasn’t been released yet.

Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2: Plot

In this action drama, the protagonist appears to be an ordinary family man running a humble provision store. But beneath this façade lies a hidden truth: He is connected to a dangerous crime network.

veera-dheera-sooran-box-office-no-hit-for-chiyaan-vikram-post-covid-will-this-action-thriller-change-fortune (Photo Credit – Instagram)

The box office has changed drastically in the post-covid era, and many big actors have suffered. Chiyaan Vikram is one such actor who is struggling in the post-pandemic period. He tasted success with Mani Ratnam’s Ponniyin Selvan 1, but none of his theatrical releases managed to get a hit verdict at the Indian box office. Now, all hopes are from his upcoming biggie, Veera Dheera Sooran. Keep reading for a detailed report!

Post-covid, Vikram was seen in four theatrical releases. It begins with Cobra (2022). The film had good hype around itself, but negative reviews and audience feedback made it a sorry affair. Backed by a reported cost of 90 crores, it earned only 43.47 crore net at the Indian box office and secured a flop verdict.

Up next was Ponniyin Selvan (2022). It’s Chiyaan Vikram’s only successful film post-covid. Made on a reported budget of 250 crores,...

When Will Chiyaan Vikram’s Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 Release? (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2, starring Vikram, was initially slated for release in January 2025, but things didn’t go as planned, and it got postponed. The good news? We finally have a new release date! Vikram himself shared the update on social media along with an exciting new poster.

What’s really interesting is that the second part of the story is releasing first, with the prequel planned for later. This unique approach has definitely created some buzz. The film was initially announced in 2023 with the working title Chiyaan 62, marking Vikram’s 62nd project as a lead actor. For those unfamiliar, Vikram is popularly known as Chiyaan Vikram.

Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2 will hit the big screens on March 27, 2025. Initially, it was supposed to be released in January, but plans shifted due to scheduling clashes. The main reason?...

Veera Dheera Sooran Teaser Review ( Photo Credit – YouTube )

The teaser of the Vikram starrer Tamil action thriller film Veera Dheera Sooran is finally out now. It was clearly worth the wait since the riveting teaser shows us the superstar unleashing varied shades of his character convincingly. Take a look at our teaser review for the film.

Veera Dheera Sooran Teaser Review

The Veera Dheera Sooran teaser first showcases Vikram’s character Kaali as a doting family man. We see him sharing some endearing moments with his wife (Dushara Vijayan) and his daughter. But soon, tensions arise when we see the onset of a crime against the backdrop of a festival. We then see Vikram’s character taking the reigns to eliminate the perpetrators who are responsible for the same. It is also hinted that Kaali’s character might have a dark past. In the middle of all this, we see...

Renowned actor Sj Suryah has been roped in to play a significant role in ”Chiyaan 62”, the upcoming film starring Chiyaan Vikram. Directed by Su Arun Kumar and produced by Riya Shibu, the movie promises to be a captivating cinematic experience. Sj Suryah’s inclusion adds further excitement and anticipation to the project.

A Powerful Addition

Sj Suryah’s versatility and acting prowess make him a valuable addition to the cast of Chiyaan 62. Known for his remarkable performances in various roles, Suryah’s presence is expected to elevate the film’s narrative and overall impact. His portrayal of a pivotal character is anticipated to bring depth and intrigue to the storyline.

Collaboration of Talent

Chiyaan 62 boasts an impressive lineup of talent, with Chiyaan Vikram in the lead role, Su Arun Kumar at the helm of direction, and Gv Prakash Kumar composing the music. With Sj Suryah joining the ensemble, the film...

Chithha, written and directed by S.U. Arun Kumar is a fantastic example of how one can grip the audience’s attention with the sole intention of never letting it go. After picking the sensitive issue of child abuse and weaving it into the narrative centered around Eshwar (played brilliantly by Siddharth) and his niece Sundari, the film becomes a commentary on revenge and the patriarchal motivations behind such emotions. Chithha, translated as ‘uncle,’ gets extremely close to the gruesome reality of child abductions and the consequent abuse and all the violent aftermath associated with such scenarios, but it maintains its watchability, keeping the family audience in mind, but I must add that this is a hard watch for anybody. The imagination fills in the gap when the violence happens offscreen, and that is easily the most terrifying aspect of this film. But beneath the surface, the film’s spirit of...

Disney+ Hotstar, the leading streaming platform in India, has released two new movies this week, Chiththa and Kannur Squad, in Tamil and Malayalam languages respectively. Both the movies are crime thrillers that have received positive reviews from critics and audiences alike.

Chiththa, directed by S. U. Arun Kumar and produced by Siddharth, who also stars in the lead role, is based on the real-life incidents of child abuse and the efforts of a young man to protect his niece from a notorious pedophile. The film also marks the Tamil debut of Nimisha Sajayan, who plays the love interest of Siddharth. The film has been praised for its sensitive portrayal of a sensitive issue, its gripping screenplay, and its powerful performances. Chiththa is rated 4/5 by The Times of India1 and 8.4/10 by IMDb2.

Kannur Squad, directed by Roby Varghese Raj and written by Muhammed Shafi and Rony David Raj, is based on...

Tamil star ‘Chiyaan’ Vikram is all geared up for his new project which is currently titled ‘Chiyaan 62’, making it the actor’s 62nd film. In the video, shared as an announcement for the film, Vikram emits pure swag and attitude but in a far more rustic and rural fashion this time.

After having completed the shoot for his films ‘Dhruva Natchathiram: Part 1 –Yuddha Kandam’ and ‘Thangalan’, the latter of which is under post-production, this is the third project that the actor has announced in 2023 in a row.

The ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ actor took to his X handle and unveiling the video wrote: “Thrilled to unveil the much-awaited announcement video of my upcoming film alongside the incredible talents of #SUArunKumar , @gvprakash musical and @hr_pictures. Brace Yourselves.”

The video doesn’t state the name of the film itself, though it is a radically different outing for the actor. In ‘Dhruva Natchathiram’, Vikram is playing a stylish killer,...

Tamil star ‘Chiyaan’ Vikram is all geared up for his new project which is currently titled ‘Chiyaan 62’, making it the actor’s 62nd film. In the video, shared as an announcement for the film, Vikram emits pure swag and attitude but in a far more rustic and rural fashion this time.

After having completed the shoot for his films ‘Dhruva Natchathiram: Part 1 –Yuddha Kandam’ and ‘Thangalan’, the latter of which is under post-production, this is the third project that the actor has announced in 2023 in a row.

The ‘Ponniyin Selvan’ actor took to his X handle and unveiling the video wrote: “Thrilled to unveil the much-awaited announcement video of my upcoming film alongside the incredible talents of #SUArunKumar , @gvprakash musical and @hr_pictures. Brace Yourselves.”

The video doesn’t state the name of the film itself, though it is a radically different outing for the actor. In ‘Dhruva Natchathiram’, Vikram is playing a stylish killer,...

The talented director Su Arun Kumar, who has delivered three hits with Vijay Sethupathi, is all set to work with the versatile actor Vikram in his next project. The film will be produced by Shibhu Thameens, who had earlier bankrolled Vikram’s ‘Iru Mugan’. The official announcement and the rest of the cast and crew details are awaited.

Su Arun Kumar is known for his realistic and engaging films like Chinna starring Sidharth and ‘Pannaiyarum Padminiyum’, ‘Sethupathi’ and ‘Sindhubaadh’. He has a knack for creating memorable characters and situations that resonate with the audience. He is expected to bring out a new dimension of Vikram, who is always ready to experiment with different roles and genres.

Meanwhile, Vikram is gearing up for the release of his much-awaited film ‘Dhruva Natchathiram’, directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon. The film is a spy thriller that has been shot in various locations across the world.

Actor Siddharth, who is known for his versatile roles in films like Rang De Basanti, Jigarthanda, and Aval, is back with a new film titled ‘Chithha’. The film is directed by Su Arun Kumar, who has previously helmed critically acclaimed films like Pannaiyarum Padminiyum and Sethupathi. The teaser of the film was released on Saturday by veteran actor Kamal Haasan, who is also Siddharth’s co-star in the upcoming Indian 2.

The teaser of ‘Chithha’ gives a glimpse of the plot, which revolves around the relationship between a little girl and her chithappa (paternal uncle), played by Siddharth. The film is said to be a relationship drama that turns into a thriller, as the uncle and niece face some unexpected challenges. The teaser shows Siddharth in a new and rustic look, sporting a beard and a lungi. He is seen as a caring and protective uncle, who shares a strong bond with his niece.

OpinionVijay Sethupathi, in choosing the type of films he did early on in his acting career, managed to break many moulds set by his predecessors. But his recent choice of films have been worrisome.Endearingly called ‘Makkal Selvan’ (son of the people), Vijay Sethupathi has undoubtedly made an unique mark in the Tamil film industry. Without a film background or a mentor to boast of, the actor has won people’s hearts over the years by delivering some fine performances in films such as Soodhu Kavvum, Pizza, Orange Mittai, and Super Deluxe. But in recent times, his choice of films and the trajectory of his career as a lead actor have been worrisome. Throughout his career as an actor, Vijay Sethupathi never followed the conventional path of Tamil male actors who eventually aspire to become ‘stars’ and refuse to play small or experimental characters. Rather, the actor associated with any...

EntertainmentDirected by Karthik G Krish, ‘Takkar’ also stars actors Divyansha and Yogi Babu.The teaser of actor Siddharth’s Tamil film Takkar was released on Monday, April 17, on the occasion of the actor’s birthday. Directed by Karthik G Krish, the film has Divyansha playing the female lead. The film is slated to release on May 26. Actor Yogi Babu is also part of Takkar. The one-minute glimpse promises a mature entertainer for an adult audience. Divyansha is shown as a free-spirited woman who stands up for herself. She is seen rolling a joint, drinking alcohol, and also using swear words in the teaser. Takkar has music by Nivas K Prasanna and cinematography by Vanchinathan Murugesan. Filmmaker Karthik G Krish had previously directed Kappal starring Vaibhav and Sonam Bajwa. Siddharth, who has been missing in action for some time, is part of several exciting projects including Kamal Haasan’s Indian 2, which also stars Kajal Aggarwal,...

Chennai, March 24: Filmmaker Balaji Mohan is among the recent crop of short filmmakers who have turned feature film directors successfully. He says they have been welcomed with open arms, and that justifies that change is evident in Tamil filmdom.

Other directors in the list include Karthik Subbaraj ("Pizza"), Nalan Kumarasamy ("Soodhu Kavvum") and Arun Kumar ("Pannaiyarum Padminiyum").

"I believe the audience has acknowledged us and our films. The change is evident and it's good to see these filmmakers are breaking away from the usual path of filmmaking. They are all headed in the right direction," Balaji told Ians.

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Film: "Pannaiyarum Padminiyum"; Cast: Vijay Sethupathi, Jayaprakash, Thulasi, Aishwarya Rajesh, Sneha, Neelima Rani and Balasaravanan; Director: S.U Arun Kumar; Rating: ****1/2 - heartwarming and heart-tugging.

In a list featuring films that tug at your heart strings, debutant Arun Kumar's "Pannaiyarum Padminiyum" deserves to be right on the top.

An emotionally uplifting work, the film steers away from the commercial zone by constantly rewarding us with characters that not just entertain but stay with us hours after we leave the cinema hall. A slice-of-life story of four characters set against a village backdrop.

Chennai, Jan 29: The Premier Padmini car that prominnetly features in forthcoming Tamil drama "Pannaiyarum Padminiyum" participated Wednesday in a car rally here with 50 similar vehicles. The event was flagged of by the film's lead actor Vijay Sethupathi.

"The vintage Padmini car from the film along with 50 other Padmini cars featured in a rally. Vijay Sethupathi along with the film's director and producer flagged off the event near a hotel on Old Madras Road," said a statement from the film's production house.

Directed by debutant Arun Kumar, "Pannaiyarum Padminiyum" is the story of an old man, played by Jayaprakash,.