Chiyaan Vikram and Rajinikanth to join hands for Thalaivar 170

Rajinikanth has been gearing up for his most anticipated film Jailer. The actor also has a film with TJ Gnanavel, who is well known for making blockbuster Jai Bhim. Rajinikanth and TJ Gnanavel have teamed up for tentatively titled Thalaivar 170. Reportedly Chiyaan Vikram has joined the cast of the film.

Rajinikanth will be seen playing a cop in Thalaivar 170 which is supposedly based on a true story. The film is bankrolled by Lyca Productions and the music is composed by Anirudh Ravichawndran. The film is expected to release next year.

Vikram is currently on a break post his injury. The actor’s publicist released a statement and it says, “Thank you for all the love and appreciation Aditha Karikalan aka Chiyaan Vikram has received and for the astounding response to PS 2 from all over the world. Chiyaan sustained an injury during rehearsals resulting in a broken rib due to which he will not be able to join his Thangalaan unit for a short while.” Thangalaan, directed and scripted by director Pa Ranjith.

For the unversed, Rajinikanth will be seen in Nelson Dilipkumar’s directorial Jailer, which also features Mohanlal, Shiva Rajkumar, and Jackie Shroff in key roles.