After the Massive success of Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi's Master, director Lokesh Kanagaraj has collaborated with Kamal Haasan for Vikram. While Vijay Sethupathi, Fahaadh Faasil and Arjun Das will played negative characters in this highly-anticipated venture, the makers have roped in popular Mollywood actor, Narain to play a crucial role in the film. Vikram will mark his first collaboration with Kamal Haasan.
Speaking about the film, Narain says, "Vikram will be an important film in my career. When the film's teaser was released, I had called Lokesh to wish him. That's when he said there's an important role for me in this film as well. I am one of many actors who got into acting after being inspired by Kamal sir, and to work with him in a film is a dream come true."
Vikram was last in the news when it was speculated that Vijay Sethupathi is playing a vital role in the film. Previously, Malayalam actor Fahadh Faasil had announced that he will play a crucial role in the film. There was buzz that actor Arjun Das, who shot to fame with Kaithi and featured in Lokesh's Master, will also feature in Vikram. However, there is no confirmation yet about these casting rumours. The film is expected to go on floors soon. Read Also : New Details on Indian 2 revealed? Deets Inside.
Meanwhile, Kamal Haasan will be next seen in Shankar's Indian 2. Produced by Lyca Productions, the film is a sequel to the 1996 release with the same title which featured Kamal Haasan in dual roles. Along with Kamal Haasan, the sequel also features Kajal Aggarwal, Rakul Preet, Priya Bhavani and Siddharth among others. The film was officially launched and the makers were looking to begin shooting soon.