Vikram To Start Filming For Action Thriller Chiyaan64 In September
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 … pic.twitter.com/imWGOoV57U
— 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.
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