Vaadi Vaasal update: Vetrimaaran to take off to THIS location to finalize CGI for the Suriya-starrer

Suriya and director Vetrimaaran’s most ambitious project Vaadi Vaasal is shaping up to be a thrilling ride! According to the latest update, the Tamil director will be heading to London to finalize the graphics and CGI work for the upcoming Suriya-starrer. Sources reveal that the team is planning to use CGI for the bull-related scenes, for which a staggering amount has been allocated. Reports indicate that filming for Suriya's film will commence after the release of Vetrimaaran's upcoming film Viduthalai Part 2.

All about Vaadi Vaasal

Directed by Vetrimaaran, this upcoming rural drama marks the first collaboration between Suriya and the acclaimed filmmaker. The film is said to be an adaptation of CS Chellapa’s Tamil novel of the same name. In an interview, Vetrimaaran revealed that Suriya has been rearing a bull at his home to get into character. "I am the only one who hasn’t really spent time with bulls. I think the shoot is likely to begin by the end of this year," the Vada Chennai director added.

The film, starring Suriya, will also feature director-turned-actor Ameer Sultan in a pivotal role. According to reports, Ameer is speculated to play the main antagonist. Actress Andrea Jeremiah has been cast as the female lead opposite Suriya, according to sources. GV Prakash Kumar is composing the music for the film, which is being produced by Kalaipuli S Thanu under the banner of V Creations.

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Suriya trains for Jallikattu

Based on the first glimpse of the film released during its announcement, Vaadi Vaasal is centered around the ancient sporting event Jallikattu, which is traditionally held on Mattu Pongal day in Tamil Nadu. Suriya has reportedly undergone Jallikattu training to perfect his role. Along with this intense training, Suriya is set to sport two different looks in the movie and is rumored to play dual roles.

Interestingly, directors Lingusamy and Vasanthabalan had initially planned to helm the film, but the project was shelved. It was later picked up by Vetrimaaran, who cast Suriya as the leading man.

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