In 2021, Thalapathy Vijay and Lokesh Kanagaraj collaborated interestingly on Master, which ended up being a blockbuster hit. The film set new standards on its release and is likewise preparing for a Hindi remake soon. Furthermore now, we have solely discovered that Vijay is good to go for a new project with his Master director. As per sources, Thalapathy 67 will be helmed by Lokesh Kanagaraj.
“It’s right after the release of Master that Vijay had committed Lokesh Kanagaraj to do another film. He has been talking to a lot of people to have a formidable lineup in place and has finally found Kanagaraj’s script to be the best one for Thalapathy 67. It will go on floors around the end of this year as all other details have been kept under wraps,” as told by the sources.
Before proceeding Vijay will complete the shoot for the yet-untitled Dil Raju creation directed by Vamshi Paidipally, as would be considered normal to go on floors from April this year. The film is focusing on either a Diwali 2022 or a Pongal 2023 release, depending upon the last shooting timetables.
After the Lokesh Kanagaraj film, Vijay moves on to his next with Atlee. It’s relied upon to take off by mid-2023 with a prolonged multi-location schedule. The yet-untitled performer will be bankrolled by AGS entertainment. In the interim, Vijay is preparing for the release of the Nelson Dilipkumar directed Beast. The action stuffed intrusion thriller is set for an April 14 release, as a Tamil New Year treat to fans. Lokesh is completing the shoot of Kamal Haasan and Fahadh Faasil starrer Vikram.