Director Ashwath Marimuthu recently created a buzz online after reports surfaced that he had narrated a story to Rajinikanth for Thalaivar173. However, the director himself has confirmed that his next film will be Silambarasan TR starrer STR51.
Dragon director Ashwath Marimuthu to next direct Simbu in STR51
Director Ashwath Marimuthu was recently seen with other filmmakers during a round table interview with Sudhir Srinivasan. During the conversation, the Oh My Kadavule director revealed that he is currently writing the script for his next project, which will be a Simbu starrer tentatively titled STR51.
The director said, “No matter who asks, the answer is the same right now, Simbu. I am currently writing the script of the film. He is shooting for Vetrimaaran sir’s Arasan, and at the end of that schedule, we will start shooting our film in parallel. It will release next year.”
For those unaware, early speculations revealed that Ashwath was also in talks with Rajinikanth for his next project, tentatively titled Thalaivar173. The project was initially announced with director Sundar C at the helm, but due to prior commitments, the filmmaker opted out of the venture.
While the official update is expected by Pongal next year, speculations suggest that Parking fame Ramkumar Balakrishnan may direct the film. Interestingly, the filmmaker was initially supposed to collaborate on a project with Simbu as well.
Silambarasan TR’s workfront
Silambarasan TR is currently shooting for his next film Arasan directed by Vetrimaaran. The upcoming gangster action drama Vada will be a spin-off set in the Chennai cinematic universe. The director has confirmed that several characters from Vada Chennai will be seen in the project.
Although details about the plot have been kept under wraps, the film will mark the first-time collaboration between the actor and director. Additionally, Anirudh Ravichander will compose the film’s music and background score.
Looking ahead, Simbu’s film with director Ashwath Marimuthu is touted to be a fantasy action romantic entertainer. His character is reportedly called the God of Love, with the filmmaker emphasizing that the film will be on the lines of old STR films.
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