
D54: Dhanush begins filming for Vignesh Raja's next, check out FIRST look
Vignesh Raja's team officially began the film shoot on Thursday.
Announcing the same, the makers dropped the first look poster, a sweet treat to the fans.
The poster shows Dhanush standing in a field engulfed in flames at one end, setting the tone for the film.
Sharing the first poster of D54, the makers wrote, 'Sometimes staying dangerous is the only way to stay alive. #D54 starring @dhanushkraja - On floors from today. Produced by @IshariKGanesh @VelsFilmIntl. A film by @vigneshraja89 A @gvprakash Musical.'
D54 is touted to be a survival drama with a twisted plot. Besides Dhanush, the film cast is yet to be announced.
There's been considerable buzz around the rest of the cast of D54. As per reports, Mamitha Baiju has been roped in as the female lead, opposite Dhanush. However, an official confirmation from the makers is still awaited.
Other names that are being speculated to be part of the project include Jayaram and Suraj Venjaramoodu. But as of now, these reports remain unverified.
The Tamil film is directed by Vignesh Raja who is best known for the Tamil movie, Por Thozhil.
The film is backed by Ishari K Ganesh. It is being bankrolled by Vels International.
The film music is helmed by Prakash Kumar.
Meanwhile, Dhanush is set to reunite with his Raanjhanaa director Aanand L. Rai for an upcoming Bollywood film. Titled as Tere Ishk Mein, the film will see Dhanush with Kriti Sanon for the first time. Recently, Dhanush wrapped up the film shoot.
After the filming, the team of Tere Ishk Mein, including Dhanush, Kriti and Aanand, were seen enjoying an after-party. They were also joined by actor Mrunal Thakur.
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