Vikram Tamil Movie News

It's official - National Award-winning Tamil actor Vikram's next big film, the tentatively titled Chiyaan 62, will roll into production from April 2024. The makers of the upcoming film surprised fans with the announcement on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday evening, March 22, saying that director S. U. Arun Kumar of Chithha (2023) fame and his team are hard at work round the clock to kickstart the principal photography next month. They also informed that Vikram is all set to stun them all, while hinting at a special surprise up ahead. The makers wrote, "Yes, we have been seeing your inquiries on #CHIYAAN62 updates We’re not gonna keep you waiting too long Our team under director #SUArunkumar is working all around to START SHOOTING from APRIL 2024 And of course, our @chiyaan sir is fully ready to stun you all  Keep guessing !!" (sic)

Yes, we have been seeing your inquiries on #CHIYAAN62 updates

We’re not gonna keep you waiting too long
Our team under director #SUArunkumar is working all around to START SHOOTING from APRIL 2024
And of course, our @chiyaan sir is fully ready to stun you all

Keep guessing !!

— HR Pictures (@hr_pictures) March 22, 2024

The buzz surrounding Chiyaan 62 has been high right from get-go after its announcement was made with an action-packed and intriguing video last year giving viewers a small glimpse at what they will be treated to when the film opens in cinemas. Vikram, who is fondly addressed as 'Chiyaan' by his fans everywhere, will be seen sharing screen space with leading Tamil star and filmmaker SJ Suryah and National Award-winning Malayalam actor Suraj Venjaramoodu, and the bar is set high already as fans will be looking forward to witnessing each of them coming out firing on all cylinders and deliver memorable performances yet again. 

Chiyaan 62 is director S. U. Arun Kumar's next after Chithha, which not only was a commercial success, but also went on to earn rave reviews from audiences and critics alike, and there are huge expectations for him to top his work once again and this time with Vikram leading the front. Chiyaan 62 will feature songs and a background score by National Award winner G. V. Prakash Kumar and fans will be hoping for him to hit the high note once again akin to his power-packed work in the film's announcement teaser. 

In what has come as yet another major casting coup, National and Kerala state award winning actor Suraj Venjaramoodu is now a part of 'Chiyaan' Vikram's next big film, the tentatively titled Chiyaan 62. The makers of the upcoming film being directed by S. U. Arun Kumar of Chithha (2023) fame has added the acclaimed Malayalam actor, who will now incidentally be making his Tamil cinema debut and is no doubt a grand start. The team of the Vikram-starrer wrote in their announcement post on X on Sunday, March 3, "National and Kerala state award-winning actor #SurajVenjaramoodu, who has mesmerized us back to back in films like #DrivingLicense #AndroidKunjappan etc., is now on board for #Chiyaan62!" (sic)

National and Kerala state award-winning actor #SurajVenjaramoodu, who has mesmerized us back to back in films like #DrivingLicense #AndroidKunjappan etc., is now on board for #Chiyaan62! @chiyaan @iam_SJSuryah #SUArunKumar @gvprakash @hr_pictures @riyashibu_ @shibuthameens pic.twitter.com/nQIyPAO4x8

— HR Pictures (@hr_pictures) March 3, 2024

Suraj Venjaramoodu won the National Award for Best Actor for his memorable performance in Perariyathavar (2015) and is also known among fans for his roles in films Thondimuthalum Driksakshiyum (2017), Vikruthi (2019), Driving License (2019), Android Kunjappan Version 5.25 (2019), The Great Indian Kitchen (2021), Jana Gana Mana (2022), Mukundan Unni Associates (2022), to name a notable few. His inclusion in Vikram's Chiyaan 62 will add strength to its cast after filmmaker-actor SJ Suryah was roped in for a pivotal role and has gotten Tamil cinema fans mighty excited. 

There has been a big buzz surrounding Chiyaan 62 right from the get-go after a power-packed announcement video had been released last year showing National Award-winning Tamil actor Vikram in action mode once again. The film will also feature songs and a background score composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, who has been on a roll ever since his work in Suriya's Soorarai Pottru (2020) won him the National Award. Chiyaan 62 also has fans excited since director S. U. Arun Kumar hit it out of the park last year with Chithaa after impressing audiences with his work in the past in films Pannaiyarum Padminiyum (2014) and Sethupathi (2016). 

It was an evening of grand celebrations on November 30 as the biggest names in cinema and entertainment graced the Galatta Wonder Women Awards 2023 held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Chennai. Among the leading names under the spotlight was leading South Indian actress Krithi Shetty, who was awarded the 'Youth Icon of South Indian Cinema' award by Priya Atlee. Expressing her happiness after winning the big accolade at the Galatta Wonder Women Awards 2023, the popular Telugu star said, "First of all, greetings to everyone, and thank you so much. You all have welcomed me in such a sweet and warm manner. It's really nice to be here. I feel so happy. And, this award is really special because this is the 'Youth Icon of South Indian Cinema' award. I've always really wanted to impact people's lives positively and I've been able to connect with the youth. So, it's really special to me, and thank you so much Galatta. Thank you so much Priya ma'am for presenting this award." 

A trending meme was also shown to Krithi Shetty during the proceedings at the Galatta Wonder Women Awards 2023 which had her paired with Tamil superstar 'Thalapathy' Vijay. Reacting to the meme, the Uppena actress said, "I think I started this manifestation. I'm the original one who started this manifestation. To be honest, I think I saw it one day on Twitter and I was like, 'How did this come up?' Because it was beautiful when it came up. I was just thinking about it then. So, I started this, I think. But, it'll be beautiful and the most special thing if it happens." 

Krithi Shetty also revealed that should probably get a commission for the success of the 'Bullet Song' in The Warriorr before joining leading Tamil actor Dhruv Vikram for a special dance performance at the Galatta Wonder Women Awards 2023. The Custody actress also stressed the message of drug abuse and said, "I went to two important events this year. One was to spread awareness and say 'No to drugs', which was for the youth. And, the other event was to support kids who are battling cancer. So, in the second event, I heard about the struggles that the little kids are facing to fight cancer. At that time, when I was thinking about the people who were throwing their lives away and doing drugs, I felt so bad. Because, in this world, there are people who give respect and importance to their lives, which should inspire all of us. They are facing huge struggles. We should be happy to exist and impact other people's lives with positivity and be kind to everyone."

Watch Krithi Shetty at the Galatta Wonder Women Awards 2023 in the video below:

It was a big evening on November 30 when the biggest stars took over the celebrations at the Galatta Nakshatra Awards 2023. Among the leading names to have graced the star-studded gala event was youth sensation and actor Dhruv Vikram, who was honored with the 'Heartthrob of Tamil Cinema' award. Receiving the 'Heartthrob of Tamil Cinema' award at the Galatta Nakshatra Awards 2023 from blockbuster Tamil filmmaker Atlee, Dhruv expressed his gratitude to fans and started his speech by saying, "I want to thank you all for your support and your love as it motivates me. And, Galatta, I didn't expect such an award. It's very sweet. Thank you. I would also like to thank Atlee sir at this time because he's become a director who made the entire world look at us. And, to receive this award from him, is a motivation for an actor like me. This also reminds me that I need to work a lot more and I feel that you all must feel proud about me when you think about me. I'm ready to do anything to deserve this type of love. It's a big honor being here. Kundavai (Trisha Krishnan) is also here. I'm a big fan." 

Dhruv Vikram also opened up about his upcoming project saying, "I'm doing a film next with Mari Selvaraj sir. I have been practicing Kabbadi for the last six months. It's a biopic based on a kabbadi player named Manathi Ganesan. I've been preparing for that and the film be released soon. I hope you all like it." Revealing that his father 'Chiyaan' Vikram was the one who told him that he was going to receive 'Heartthrob of Tamil Cinema' award, Dhruv stated, "I didn't expect to be chosen for this honor. I don't know whether I'm a heart-throb, but I wish to steal the hearts of the fans and the technicians who are here now. I wish to work even more." 

With the Galatta Wonder Women Awards 2023 also taking place on the same evening at the Galatta Nakshatra Awards stage, Dhruv Vikram spoke about his mother Shailaja Balakrishnan, and his sister Akshita. He said, "Many people might think that we're a film family, but right from my childhood days, my mother, my sister, and myself have maintained a distance from the industry. I'm experiencing all this after coming to cinema. They are still enjoying it all from a distance. So, without their support, it wouldn't be possible for me to come here. I'm sure every man has women like them to motivate them. I want to thank my father and my mother for creating my heart." 

The evening also had a special surprise in store for Dhruv Vikram as a photo frame featuring a painting of himself alongside his father Vikram was presented as a token of love and appreciation. The 'Heartthrob of Tamil Cinema' award winner also treated the fans to a special performance by singing the smash hit song 'Kanave Kanave' from his father's film, David (2013). Talking about his beloved father Vikram, Dhruv said, "He's the reason why I'm standing here. I'll need to do more work to carry forward the legacy of his name and I hope to one day make it as big as him." Upon being shown a meme in which he appears to be collaborating in the future with 'Thalapathy' Vijay's son Jason Sanjay directing their film, with Aditi Shankar playing the female lead, and Anirudh Ravichander composing the music, the Mahaan star said, "They're all family friends and I've known them since childhood. When we recently met, we didn't discuss cinema. But, if an opportunity like this comes my way, it will be nice and interesting." 

Watch Dhruv Vikram at the Galatta Nakshatra Awards 2023 in the video below: 

Tamil filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon penned a detailed note on Tuesday evening, November 28, addressing the postponement of his long-delayed film, Dhruva Natchathiram. The blockbuster director addressed the postponement of the 'Chiyaan' Vikram-starrer on November 24 saying that the film's team moved mountains to make it happen till the day of the release last week, while also assuring fans that they are doing everything to bring it out in theatres soon. Gautham Menon started his statement by saying, "A vision. Lot of passion. And unwavering dedication has got Dhruva Natchathiram from pen & paper to the film that it is today. Even when all else works against us, we hope that our passion & dedication will help us get the film out to you, in theatres worldwide, soon." (sic) 

Gautham Menon continued, "When we announced the release date as 24th of November, we tried moving mountains to make it happen. We would be lying if we said we're not disappointed with not being able to meet the date. This note is to assure the audience that we've not given up on the film. We are doing everything within our power and beyond to cross these hurdles and get Dhruva Natchathiram out in theatres for you." (sic) He added, "All of you, the audience, have been our biggest cheerleaders. The unending love and support from you has been overwhelming & reassuring. Our hearts are full, and we would like to take this opportunity to thank you for being our pillar of strength." (sic)

Gautham Menon concluded his statement, writing, "As we navigate these final stages, we eagerly anticipate the day we can share our creation with you. The film will soon see the light of the day and we can't wait to embark on this cinematic journey of John & Team Basement together with you. Love, GVM". (sic) Gautham Menon's latest statement about Dhruva Natchathiram comes as fans look forward to the new release date, which is expected to be made known in the days ahead. Billed to be an espionage thriller, the film has Vikram cast opposite Ritu Varma, who is playing the female lead, and Jailer fame Vinayakan as the antagonist, with the ensemble cast featuring Parthiban, R. Radikaa Sarathkumar, Simran, Dhivya Dharshini, Vamsi Krishna, Munna Simon, Salim Baig, Sathish Krishnan, and Maya S Krishnan, and the songs and the background score composed by Harris Jayaraj. 

#DhruvaNatchathiram@OndragaEnt @oruoorileoru pic.twitter.com/Bbcn32sgWM

— Gauthamvasudevmenon (@menongautham) November 28, 2023

The release woes for Gautham Vasudev Menon's Dhruva Natchathiram continue as the blockbuster filmmaker has now officially confirmed that the 'Chiyaan' Vikram film won't be opening in theatres worldwide starting today (November 24) as initially announced. The hit director issued a statement on X in the wee hours of the morning by apologizing to the fans and informing them that he and his team had made their best efforts to bring the espionage thriller to theatres. Gautham Menon wrote, "Sorry. Unable to get Dhruva Natchathiram to the screens today. We tried our best. But looks like we need a day or two more. Hoping to give everybody a good experience with advance bookings and proper screens everywhere around the world." (sic)

Sharing his hope for Dhruva Natchathiram's release soon, Gautham Menon stated that he is confident about the issue getting resolved in the days ahead. He explained, "The support for the film is heartwarming and has kept us going. Just a few more days and we'll arrive." (sic) This latest release delay is no doubt a big disappointing news for Vikram fans everywhere, who have been waiting with bated breath to witness him in action on the big screen, considering the promotional material of the film has shown him as a suave, stylish, and an uber cool spy. Dhruva Natchathiram has been embroiled in several struggles over the past six years and fans will be looking forward to the issues coming to an end in quick time for both Gautham Menon and the film's team. 

#DhruvaNatchathiram #DhruvaNakshathram pic.twitter.com/dmD4ndEnp9

— Gauthamvasudevmenon (@menongautham) November 23, 2023

Dhruva Natchathiram will see National Award-winning Tamil actor Vikram headlining the venture, which is billed to be a globetrotting action feast, and will see him share the screen with Ritu Varma, who is playing the female lead, while Jailer fame Vinayakan is the antagonist. The film's ensemble star cast features several notable big names among whom include Parthiban, R. Radikaa Sarathkumar, Simran, Dhivya Dharshini, Vamsi Krishna, Munna Simon, Salim Baig, Sathish Krishnan, and Maya S Krishnan, with Gautham Menon also making an appearance. There is also plenty of excitement surrounding Dhruva Natchathiram as it sees the Gautham Menon-Harris Jayaraj combo at work together again and the duo is also another major USP for the film. 

National Award-winning Tamil actor 'Chiyaan' Vikram's Thangalaan directed by acclaimed filmmaker Pa. Ranjith is gearing up for a huge worldwide theatrical release starting January 26, 2024. The highly-anticipated period action film set during the pre-Independence era amidst the Kolar Gold Fields (KGF) backdrop also stars Malayalam actress Parvathy Thiruvothu, Master heroine Malavika Mohanan, Pasupathy, among others in key roles, including English actor Daniel Caltagirone playing the antagonist, with music composed by National Award winner G. V. Prakash Kumar. With post-production works currently underway on Thangalaan ahead of its release early next year, producer K. E. Gnanavel Raja sat down with Galatta to talk about the plan to send the ambitious film to the Oscars and film festivals, while also explaining Vikram's massive efforts for his role and performance. 

Speaking about Thangalaan and his belief in director Pa. Ranjith, including Vikram's performance, Gnanavel Raja said, "I don't know the stories of any of my films. I'm going forward with my belief in the director. The one thing I know is that it's a period film. So, the first big surprise for me is Vikram sir's hard work and toil because it takes a lot of guts to wear that costume as he has to transform for his role. Ranjith sir had given photos for references to showcase the lifestyle and the attire that the people in those days used to wear. But, beyond that, he did thorough homework and tried different styles, which was a surprise even for Ranjith sir, and this shows that he has such big dedication and sincerity [for his role]. I feel that he has invested his effort in the right film. He's known for walking the extra mile for all his films, but I feel has invested his hard work in the right proportion this time and this film will definitely be a big milestone in his career." 

Producer K. E. Gnanavel Raja further spoke about the plan to put Thangalaan in contention for the Oscars and said, "We will be sending the film to all the film festivals. Vikram sir will be busy in all the film festivals next year because I believe all the awards will come his way. Be it Ranjith, all the craft, the music, camera work, and the other artistes, Parvathy, and the other heroine (Malavika Mohanan), Pasupathy sir, the stunt and the art departments, all of them worked hard and in a unique and beautiful manner." 

Watch producer K. E. Gnanavel Raja talk about Thangalaan in the video below: 

Blockbuster Tamil filmmaker Gautham Vasudev Menon's Dhruva Natchathiram starring National Award-winning Tamil actor 'Chiyaan' Vikram with music composed by Harris Jayaraj is gearing up for a grand worldwide theatrical release on November 24 and the excitement for the highly-anticipated film is as big as it gets. The espionage thriller includes an ensemble star cast featuring the likes of Ritu Varma as the female lead, with Radhakrishnan Parthiban, R Radikaa Sarathkumar, Simran, Divya Dharshini, Munna Simon, Vamsi Krishna, Salim Baig, Sathish Krishnan, and Maya S Krishnan appearing in key roles. With Vikram's Dhruva Natchathiram continuing to be the talk of the town despite several release delays over the years, Gautham Menon sat down with Galatta recently to share his journey, while also opening up about the differences in the versions of the story he had initially narrated to Suriya and 'Superstar' Rajinikanth. 

Explaining his initial approach to the Dhruva Natchathiram, Gautham Menon said, "I'm happy that stories like these are still relevant today. It's the same script and no changes have been made. When I narrated the story to Suriya first, there was an emotional flashback. It would revolve around the character's younger version, an eighteen or twenty-year-old, the protagonist's past, and where he's coming from. If he didn't carry his baggage, he wouldn't have joined this team. The senior person who sets up this team, what he says is, 'I need people with regrets. Some people like me and many who are living with regrets, I think they are the ones who should come into this team. They only will be able to take this journey forward.' So, there was a flashback for that, but we didn't shoot that in this film. I've left a loose end and if this film does well, I'll show that flashback in the next; this character's backstory. Otherwise, what I wanted to shoot, I've shot." 

Gautham Menon then spoke about his narration of the Dhruva Natchathiram story to 'Superstar' Rajinikanth. He said, "I don't know whether you know about this, but I told this story to Suriya first and it didn't work out. We had a good, healthy discussion, but it didn't work out. I then narrated this story to Rajini sir. So, when it went from Suriya to Rajini sir, I met him after making changes for him such as the emotional flashback was not there, obviously. There were no love portions. Ritu would not have been there in this film actually. But, when I came back to Vikram, I decided to show a relationship between a man in his forties and a girl - a love, a romance, a friendship, you can call it whatever, I felt that should be there, and that's how she came into the film." 

Watch Gautham Menon talk about Dhruva Natchathiram in the video below: 

The first big words of praise for National Award-winning Tamil actor 'Chiyaan' Vikram's Dhruva Natchathiram are now out from hit director Lingusamy, who took to social media on Tuesday, November 21, to share his review after recently watching the final cut of blockbuster Gautham Vasudev Menon's upcoming espionage thriller. Having collaborated with Vikram in Bheemaa (2008), Lingusamy wrote on X praising the actor writing that his performance was cool in Dhruva Natchathiram, while also complimenting Gautham Menon on making the film's visuals in a class with the best. 

Lingusamy posted, "Happened to see the final cut of #DhruvaNatchathiram in mumbai & it was just fantastic. well made, visuals on par with the best. @chiyaan was so cool & #vinayakan stole everything in the movie. huge cast & everyone were brilliant. @menongautham congrats brother, u along with @Jharrisjayaraj has given us one more gem in your combo. best wishes for a great release & a even bigger success." (sic) Lingusamy's appreciation for Dhruva Natchathiram has come as the highly-anticipated action film is gearing up for a grand opening in cinemas worldwide starting November 24 after several delays over the years. 

Happened to see the final cut of #DhruvaNatchathiram in mumbai & it was just fantastic. well made, visuals on par with the best.@chiyaan was so cool & #vinayakan stole everything in the movie. huge cast & everyone were brilliant. @menongautham congrats brother, u along with…

— Lingusamy (@dirlingusamy) November 21, 2023

Dhruva Natchathiram has Vikram sharing screen space with several notable names in Tamil cinema among whom include Ritu Varma playing the female lead and Jailer fame Vinayakan appearing as the antagonist, with the ensemble cast featuring the likes of Radhakrishnan Parthiban, R Radikaa Sarathkumar, Simran, Divya Dharshini, Munna Simon, Vamsi Krishna, Salim Baig, Sathish Krishnan, and Maya S Krishnan, with Gautham Menon also set to be seen in key roles. There is also plenty of excitement surrounding the film as fans expect the GVM-Harris Jayaraj duo to once again live up to the reputation of their past successes. Despite the delays in Dhruva Natchathiram's release over the years, the enthusiasm for the 'Chiyaan' Vikram-starrer hasn't gone down one bit and Lingusamy's latest statement has only left fans even more thrilled. 

In what came as a major surprise for Tamil cinema audiences on Tuesday evening, November 7, 'Thalapathy' Vijay's manager Jagadish posted photos of the actor with 'Ulaganayagan' Kamal Haasan presumably clicked during the dubbing of Leo sometime back. The first picture, which also includes filmmaker Lokesh Kanagaraj and producer Lalit Kumar, has since taken social media by storm and once again created new excitement in regard to the Lokesh Cinematic Universe (LCU). Shared as a tribute to Kamal Haasan on the occasion of his birthday yesterday, Jagadish wrote on X, "I have always known you as a Legend as far as my memory goes back. I was fortunate to spend time with you and was immensely surprised to see how down to earth you approach each and every aspect. Wishing you a happy birthday @ikamalhaasan sir . a LEGEND forever #Thalapathy @actorvijay @Dir_Lokesh @7screenstudio #HBDUlagaNayagan #Leo" (sic)

I have always known you as a Legend as far as my memory goes back. I was fortunate to spend time with you and was immensely surprised to see how down to earth you approach each and every aspect. Wishing you a happy birthday @ikamalhaasan sir . a LEGEND forever #Thalapathy… pic.twitter.com/CPK3NF0gAM

— Jagadish (@Jagadishbliss) November 7, 2023

The evening didn't come to an end with the group photo as Jagadish dropped yet another surprise after a fan requested him to post similar photos. Vijay's manager then went to share a picture of the actor and Kamal Haasan posing together and smiling, which has since received a phenomenal response. Ever since the special photo moment with Kamal Haasan and Vijay dropped yesterday evening, fans have been discussing the future of the LCU and what plans Lokesh Kanagaraj must be having to carry forward his overarching story. 

https://t.co/ac5EpVI2wk pic.twitter.com/BhYUlljERO

— Jagadish (@Jagadishbliss) November 7, 2023

Kamal Haasan made a voice-only cameo reprising his role as Vikram from Vikram (2022) in 'Thalapathy' Vijay's Leo released in October, which has since turned out to be a raging box office money-spinner minting more than 500 crores worldwide gross collections, with the film still going strong in theatres. With Leo established to be a part of the LCU, fans are now looking forward to Lokesh Kanagaraj completing his Thalaivar 171 with 'Superstar' Rajinikanth, and then kick-starting his Kaithi 2 with Karthi, a standalone film on Suriya's character Rolex from Kaithi (2019), including the possibility of a reunion with Vijay for Leo 2, with Vikram 2 ending the all-encompassing story.