Director of Veera Dheera Sooran Admires Martin Scorsese, Reveals J Suryah

Synopsis
Chennai actor S J Suryah reveals that S U Arun Kumar, director of Veera Dheera Sooran, is a fan of Martin Scorsese, and this influence is reflected in the film's realistic storytelling. The ensemble cast includes Vikram and Suryah, with a release set for March 27.
Key Takeaways
- S U Arun Kumar is influenced by Martin Scorsese.
- The film emphasizes natural and realistic storytelling.
- Cast collaboration was strong during production.
- Star-studded ensemble includes Chiyaan Vikram.
- Release date for Veera Dheera Sooran is March 27.
Chennai, March 19 (NationPress) Actor S J Suryah, who portrays the antagonist in the much-anticipated action film Veera Dheera Sooran, has revealed that its director, S U Arun Kumar, is a devoted admirer of Martin Scorsese. This influence will be apparent in the film's storytelling approach.
During a recent interview with the film’s cast prior to its release on March 27, S J Suryah stated, “S U Arun Kumar is a fan of Martin Scorsese, and this will be clear in how he narrates the story. He emphasizes that every aspect of the narrative should feel natural and realistic. This was a significant lesson for me from the project.”
In his remarks, Arun Kumar shared that he did not feel pressured by the presence of major stars in the film. “For Veera Dheera Sooran, I felt fortunate to collaborate with such talented individuals. The environment was very collaborative. I simply needed to communicate my vision. I typically avoid acting; instead, I prefer to draw out performances from the actors,” he explained.
“Regardless of the actor, they would often inquire, ‘Arun, is this okay?’ or ‘Sir, what should I do?’ I never felt overwhelmed by the scale of working with big stars,” he added.
Notably, Veera Dheera Sooran, featuring a stellar cast including Chiyaan Vikram, S.J. Suryah, Suraj Venjaramoodu, and Dushara Vijayan, will see its second installment debuting on March 27 this year.
The film boasts cinematography by Theni Eswar, music by G.V. Prakash Kumar, editing by G.K. Prasanna, and art direction by C.S. Balachandar. It is produced by Riya Shibu of HR Pictures, promising to be an exhilarating action thriller.