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News18
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Vikram To Start Filming For Action Thriller Chiyaan64 In September
Chiyaan64, a brutal action thriller, will feature Vikram in an intense avatar like never before. After winning hearts with his role in Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2, Chiyaan Vikram has joined forces with filmmaker C Prem Kumar for his next film. Tentatively titled Chiyaan64, the film marks the first collaboration between Vikram and the director, known for his work in 96 and Meiyazhagan, has been creating buzz ever since made official. According to the fresh updates, Chiyaan64 will see the actor in a ruthless role. Cinema Vikatan reported that Chiyaan64, a brutal action thriller, will feature the Thangalaan actor in an intense avatar like never before. In another thrilling update, the film is set to go on floors in August or September 2025. While more details about the shoot have been kept under wraps, the screenplay by Prem Kumar himself has reportedly impressed Vikram. The announcement of the film was made by Vels Film International, the production banner behind the upcoming project. In a post on X, the makers wrote, 'A collaboration that promises magic on screen. We at Vels Film International are proud to present our next prestigious venture, Chiyaan64, starring the phenomenal Chiyaan Vikram and directed by the visionary Prem Kumar." A collaboration that promises magic on screen ✨We at @VelsFilmIntl are proud to present our next prestigious venture #Chiyaan64, starring the phenomenal @chiyaan 🔥 and directed by the visionary #PremKumar ⚡ @IshariKGanesh @kushmithaganesh @Nitinsathyaa @sooriaruna … — Vels Film International (@VelsFilmIntl) July 16, 2025 While Chiyaan64 is in the pre-production phase, Vikram's Chiyaan63 with Maaveeran director Madonne Ashwin is still away from filming. It has been reported that Vikram will begin shooting for his 63rd film after completing the Prem Kumar project. Meanwhile, Prem Kumar is also planning a sequel to 96 with Vijay Sethupathi and Trisha Krishnan. However, he will start working on the romance drama after wrapping Vikram's film. Coming back to Chiyaan Vikram, the actor was last seen in a lead role in the neo-noir actioner titled Veera Dheera Sooran: Part – 2. The movie, directed by SU Arun Kumar, follows the story of a former henchman, Kaali, who steps in to help his old boss, trying to pacify a police officer. Things take an interesting turn after Kaali is compelled to choose between his boss and his family. Alongside Vikram, the film featured SJ Suryah, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Dushara Vijayan and more in key roles. It is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Pink Villa
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Chiyaan64: Vikram to take on ruthless avatar in actioner with Prem Kumar, here's when it may begin filming
Chiyaan Vikram is all geared up to begin works for his next movie, tentatively titled Chiyaan64. The film, being helmed by 96 fame Prem Kumar, was recently made official with a new update coming in about its shoot. Chiyaan64 to begin shooting soon? According to a report by Cinema Vikatan, Chiyaan Vikram's starrer will be a brutal action thriller, marking a first for director Prem Kumar. The film will feature the Thangalaan actor in a ruthless avatar, with the shoot set to begin in August or September 2025. While more details about its shoot are not available, the screenplay, penned by the Meiyazhagan director, is said to have created an awe in Vikram and the producer. As casting for Chiyaan64 is said to be underway, the report also suggests that Chiyaan63, with Maaveeran director Madonne Ashwin, is still in the plans. Vikram will wrap up the Prem Kumar project before moving ahead with the other one. Interestingly, Prem Kumar will likely take on the sequel to 96 with Vijay Sethupathi and Trisha Krishnan only after completing the Vikram movie. Chiyaan64 was made official earlier by the makers themselves, who shared the update and said, 'A collaboration that promises magic on screen. We at Vels Film International are proud to present our next prestigious venture #Chiyaan64, starring the phenomenal Chiyaan Vikram and directed by the visionary #PremKumar.' Chiyaan64 update: Chiyaan Vikram's latest movie Chiyaan Vikram was last seen in a lead role for the neo-noir actioner titled Veera Dheera Sooran: Part - 2. The movie, directed by SU Arun Kumar, featured the story of a former henchman, Kaali, who returns to his old boss' aid for a night in order to help him subdue a police officer. However, things take a dark turn when Kaali has to choose between serving his former boss or taking care of his own family. With Vikram in the lead, the movie had SJ Suryah, Suraj Venjaramoodu, Dushara Vijayan, and more in key roles. The film is available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video.
Pink Villa
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Chiyaan64: Vikram announces his next movie with 96 director Prem Kumar, touted to be action thriller
Chiyaan Vikram announces his next movie, with 96 director Prem Kumar, tentatively titled Chiyaan64. The upcoming film is reportedly an action thriller, marking a distinct departure from the director's previous movies. Chiyaan Vikram officially announces Chiyaan64 The official confirmation for Chiyaan64 was made by the makers, Vels Film International, through their social media handle. Sharing the update, the makers said, 'A collaboration that promises magic on screen. We at Vels Film International are proud to present our next prestigious venture #Chiyaan64, starring the phenomenal Chiyaan Vikram and directed by the visionary #PremKumar.' Chiyaan64's official update: Director Prem Kumar has earlier made movies like 96 and Meiyazhagan in Tamil. Both films are notably known for the feel-good and romance factors they possess, becoming critically acclaimed ventures. However, it seems that the director will be taking a different route this time with the Chiyaan Vikram movie. While the official announcement has been made, more details about the casting are yet to be confirmed. Prem Kumar on negative reviews In recent times, director Prem Kumar made the headlines after criticising the negative reviews rising in Tamil cinema. Speaking at the Indian Screenwriters Conference, the director said, 'In Tamil cinema, the negative reviews have become a big problem for us. It is a huge problem, and it is getting bigger day by day.' 'We used to have reviewers around us, but what we see today… the breed, they are not reviewers. They have their own targets, and they are uncivilised, is what I would say. The language they use, their agenda is very negative, and they are targeting the first week's revenue,' he added. Interestingly, Prem Kumar had confirmed that he is set to make a sequel to Vijay Sethupathi and Trisha Krishnan starrer 96. The movie, likely titled 96 Part 2, will once again feature the actors in lead roles. Chiyaan Vikram's last film Chiyaan Vikram was last seen in the lead role for the action thriller Veera Dheera Sooran Part 2. The film, helmed by SU Arun Kumar, featured SJ Suryah and Suraj Venjaramoodu as co-leads, receiving critical acclaim upon release.
The Hindu
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
‘Chiyaan 64': Vikram teams up with filmmaker Prem Kumar for his next
Tamil superstar Vikram has teamed up with filmmaker Prem Kumar of 96 and Meiyazhagan fame for his next. Tentatively called Chiyaan 64, the film will be produced by Ishari K Ganesh under his Vels Film International banner. The production banner shared pictures of Vikram, Prem, Ganesh and Kushmitha Ganesh to announce the news. Details regarding the film's genre, plot and the cast and crew remain unknown at the moment. Interestingly, Prem Kumar, known for making light-hearted films, had revealed in a recent interview that he has a violence-heavy action script, which has now created buzz among fans of Vikram who are speculating if Chiyaan 64 is based on that script. Vikram is coming off the success of Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2, directed by SU Arun Kumar. The actor has teamed up with Mandela and Maaveeran director Madonne Ashwin for his 63rd film. Prem, on the other hand, last helmed the critically acclaimed Meiyazhagan, starring Karthi and Arvind Swamy. Though initially panned by audiences for its unconventional storytelling, rave reviews and good word-of-mouth helped the film tremendously. The film did exceptionally well after its premiere on Netflix, drawing attention even from all over the nation. Interestingly, Prem had recently stated that he has finished writing the sequel of 96, his acclaimed 2018 debut film.
