Is Shankar planning a quick action thriller before Velpaari?

Speculations are currently doing the rounds in the industry that director Shankar is planning to helm a fast-paced action thriller before commencing work on his ambitious three-part historical epic Velpaari. According to buzz within film circles, the celebrated filmmaker is said to be keen on delivering a sharp commercial entertainer that differs completely from his trademark grand-scale filmmaking style.

If reports are to be believed, the upcoming project will not follow Shankar’s usual template of lavish visuals and socially-driven commercial storytelling. Instead, the film is expected to be a screenplay-oriented action thriller with a sleek narrative and high-paced treatment aimed at appealing to modern audiences.

Sources further suggest that discussions are presently underway with two young actors for the lead roles. While the names of the actors remain undisclosed, the project is said to be progressing at a brisk pace behind the scenes. The filmmaker reportedly intends to complete the shooting within a short schedule and release the film quickly before shifting his complete focus towards Velpaari.

The move is also being viewed as an attempt by Shankar to reconnect strongly with theatrical audiences through a compact and engaging commercial entertainer. Given the scale and preparation required for Velpaari, reports indicate that the director wants to finish this action thriller beforehand and score a major theatrical success.

Meanwhile, Velpaari continues to remain one of the most anticipated projects in Tamil cinema. The proposed three-part epic is expected to be mounted on a massive budget and will reportedly be based on the popular Tamil historical novel.

However, an official confirmation regarding Shankar’s immediate next project is still awaited. Industry insiders expect an announcement to arrive soon if the ongoing discussions materialize positively.