Kalaipuli S. Thanu

Tamil cinema is abuzz with 'Arasan,' starring Silambarasan and directed by Vetri Maaran. Amidst this, the shelved 'Vaadivaasal' project, reportedly costing Rs. 40 crore, has resurfaced, causing financial strain. Rumors suggest Vetri Maaran is directing 'Arasan' and another film without salary, potentially taking a profit share due to 'Vaadivaasal' losses.

Director Vetrimaaran's ambitious 'Arasan' starring Silambarasan TR is set to resume shooting soon. A financial dispute between Silambarasan and producer Ishari K. Ganesh has reportedly been settled with a compensation agreement. Meanwhile, Vetrimaaran is also working on another project, leading to some cast confusion, but 'Arasan' boasts a strong ensemble cast and music by Anirudh.

Vikranth and Kamalesh Jagan are now part of Silambarasan and Vetrimaaran's upcoming film 'Arasan'. The movie is an action thriller with a strong ensemble cast. Silambarasan will portray two different characters. Filming for the next schedule is set to begin in Chennai. The film explores themes of land politics and power competition.

Credits:

The film is directed by Anand Shankar, who was an assistant to AR Murugadoss.

Produced by Kalaipuli S. Thanu, the film is slated for July 28 release.

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