Chennai, March 11 (NationPress) – According to industry insiders, the upcoming schedule for the highly anticipated action film 'Arasan', directed by Vetrimaran and starring Silambarasan (popularly known as Simbu), is set to commence on March 16 in Chennai.

Notably, esteemed producer Kalaipuli S Thanu, representing the production company V Creations, had earlier announced that shooting would resume in March, though he hadn't specified the exact date.

Thanu also shared that Simbu recently returned to India after a short vacation abroad and confirmed that the film's next schedule is indeed slated for March.

Additionally, Thanu reassured fans that Vijay Sethupathi remains a part of the cast, dispelling rumors about his absence. He emphasized that scenes featuring both Vijay Sethupathi and Simbu will be filmed during this upcoming schedule.

Reports suggest that the next phase of filming will begin on March 16, with actors Vikranth and child artist Kamalesh, known for his role in the hit 'Tourist Family', also joining the cast for this segment.

Insiders hint that this filming schedule will be extensive, with several scenes involving Vijay Sethupathi being shot.

It is worth noting that the production team completed the first schedule in Kovilpatti on December 21 of last year, and the second schedule wrapped up shortly after starting in January. Now, they are preparing for the third schedule, beginning on March 16.

The film has generated significant buzz for various reasons: it marks the first collaboration between Simbu and the acclaimed director Vetrimaran, and it is backed by one of Tamil cinema's leading producers, Kalaipuli S Thanu. The excitement further escalated with the announcement of Vijay Sethupathi joining the project.

A teaser released last year features an engaging interaction between Simbu and director Nelson, where Simbu asserts that the story he is about to narrate is genuine, involving real individuals and events. He urges Nelson to include a disclaimer in the film due to the sensitive nature of the cases at hand, warning that revealing the details could lead to trouble for numerous parties involved, including legal professionals and law enforcement.

As Simbu progresses into a courtroom scene, coached by his lawyer, he faces accusations of multiple murders, maintaining his innocence despite footage suggesting otherwise.

This promo hints at an untold story linked to the world of 'Vada Chennai'. Recently, the filmmakers officially revealed the title as 'Arasan'.

Vetrimaran's film will also feature notable actors such as Samuthirakani, Andrea Jeremiah, and Kishore, with music composed by Anirudh.