One of the most anticipated films in recent times, Vijay’s Thalapathy 64 being directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj of Maanagaram and the recently-released blockbuster, Kaithi, was announced for a summer 2020 theatrical release. Being produced by Vijay’s close relative, Xavier Britto, under the XB Film Creators banner, the team had recently made a major casting change in the form of Malayalam actor Antony Varghese of Angamaly Diaries and Jallikattu fame being replaced by Kaithi antagonist, Arjun Das. Now, Arjun Das has taken to his social networking pages to pen a heart-warming detailed note in which he goes on to express his gratitude to Vijay, director Lokesh Kanagaraj, producer Xavier Britto and line producers Lalit Kumar and Jagadish for casting him in Thalapathy 64. Check out his statement below:

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Arjun Das left fans everywhere mighty impressed with his performance as the drug-peddling gangster Anbu in Kaithi and many being stunned by his raw and thick baritone voice. Post his impressive act as the villain in Kaithi, fans have been raving about his inclusion in Thalapathy 64, which recently wrapped up its second schedule. It is believed that ‘Makkal Selvan’ Vijay Sethupathi is expected to begin filming his portions for Thalapathy 64 next with Arjun Das also set to come on board for the third schedule as well. As of now, it is unknown whether Arjun will be playing the antagonist or one among the many villains as being speculated by fans and will be known only when the Thalapathy 64 teaser or trailer is released. Anirudh Ravichander is scoring the music while Malavika Mohanan plays the female lead followed by Shanthanu Bhagyaraj, 96 actress Gouri G. Kishan, popular VJ Ramya Subramanian among others being cast in major supporting roles.

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