Vijay has begun shooting for 'Thalapathy 66', directed by
Vamshi Paidipally, and the film officially kick-started with a muhurat puja in April. After completing a minor schedule in Chennai, the team is now heading to Hyderabad for a major schedule, and the new schedule will begin tomorrow, May 3. The major cast of 'Thalapathy 66' will be joining the team in Hyderabad, and a huge set has been erected in a film city.
Rashmika Mandannaplays the leading lady, and the gorgeous actress has paired up with Vijay for the first time. Sarathkumar and
Shaam play an important role in the film, and several popular faces are also roped in for the film. Reported to be a family drama, the film will have romance, action, comedy, and sentiments, and the director has promised to make an entertaining film with Vijay. Thaman is scoring music for Vijay for the first time, and the composer has already begun the musical work.
Meanwhile, Vijay's 'Beast' has been doing well at the box office, and the film has reportedly grossed over Rs 240 crores worldwide after the end of its third weekend. Vijay essayed the role of a RAW agent, and the film is packed with action sequences.