Chennai, March 10 – The next film by Mano Ve Kannathasan, best known for directing the thriller 'Irudhi Pakkam', began production in the city with a traditional pooja ceremony attended by the entire cast and crew.
The production house, Insomniac's Dream Creations, which has produced films like 'Irudhi Pakkam' and 'Dear Radhi', is producing this film as its third production venture. The film, which is yet to be titled, is being tentatively referred to as Production Number 3.
Sources within the film unit say that director Mano Ve Kannathasan, who delivered a gripping murder mystery through his previous film 'Irudhi Pakkam', is returning to the thriller genre with this project. However, they say that unlike conventional thrillers, this film will explore a completely new narrative space that has not been attempted before in Tamil cinema.
Sources say the movie will be a murder mystery that will eventually turn into an intense investigative thriller. They point out that the makers of this film will look to present a fresh and engaging experience for audiences.
The film will feature actor Kumaran Thangarajan, who is known for his performance in the Tamil Television serial Pandian Stores, and the critically acclaimed film 'Kumaara Sambavam', will play the lead.
Along with him, actors Smeha, and Rajesh Balachandran too will be seen playing pivotal roles. In addition, actors Abhishek Joseph Sathya and several other prominent actors will be seen playing important characters in the film.
Sources say that the screenplay of the film has been packed with emotion and suspense and that the story of the film unfolds in places around Trichy and Perambalur. To maintain authenticity, the film’s shooting will take place extensively in and around these regions.
On the technical front, the film will have cinematography by Lokesh Elangovan and Ram Pandian in charge of editing. The music for the film is to be composed by Jones Rupert. The makers have announced that details of the remaining cast and crew will be announced soon.