Actor Vikram's upcoming film, tentatively titled Chiyaan 63, will be helmed by first-time feature director Bodi Rajkumar. The project, produced by Shanthi Talkies, represents a shift from its original directorial attachment. Production is slated to begin in early 2026.
The announcement of Vikram's next venture, Chiyaan 63, highlights a fresh collaboration in Tamil cinema. Initially revealed in December 2024 with Madonne Ashwin set to direct, the film has pivoted to introduce Bodi Rajkumar, a newcomer to full-length features. Rajkumar has built a reputation through short films, with Amen securing the Best Short Film award at the Independent Film Festival of Chennai in 2021, and Lo and Behold earning the Best Indie Short honor at the Venice Shorts Festival that same year.
Shanthi Talkies, the production house behind the project, is led by Arun Viswa. This marks their third outing, following the successes of 3 BHK, which featured Siddharth, Sarathkumar, Devayani, Meetha Raghunath, and Chaithra Achar, and Maaveeran, starring Sivakarthikeyan and Aditi Shankar. Both prior films balanced commercial elements with robust narratives, a approach anticipated for Chiyaan 63.
Vikram, a National Award recipient celebrated for versatile roles in projects like Iru Mugan, Mahaan, and Ponniyin Selvan, continues to champion emerging talents. His most recent appearance was in SU Arun Kumar's Veera Dheera Sooran: Part 2, a thriller released on March 27, depicting a protagonist navigating a perilous power conflict to safeguard his family.
Details on the genre, cast, and crew remain forthcoming, though industry observers speculate a mix of action and emotional depth, aligning with Vikram's acclaimed style. This development underscores ongoing innovation in Tamil filmmaking.
