Vetrimaaran’s Viduthalai starring Soori and Vijay Sethupathi to have third part?

Vetrimaaran's Viduthalai, originally planned as a single film, is now a duology with the second part in post-production

Vijay Sethupathi in Viduthalai

The second part of Vetrimaaran’s duology is in the post-production stages with the dubbing works having commenced with actors Soori and Vijay Sethupathi. While the film was intended to be a single film, Vetrimaaran had stated that the content of the film forced him to make it into two parts. Now, the latest buzz is that the film might also have a third part.

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Vetrimaaran’s Viduthalai to have third part?

Soori made his lead actor debut with Vetrimaaran directorial Viduthalai. While the film was intended to be made as a single instalment, the filmmaker had said that while shooting for it, he felt the necessity to tell the story in two parts. Viduthalai- Part 2 was announced, with the film scheduled to release on December 20.

Now amid this, reports have surfaced that a third part is also in the making. The story will take a continuation of the sequel. Viduthalai 3 was planned while shooting for the sequel. With the story giving more scope for expansion, the makers have decided to make it as a trilogy. An official announcement is awaited. While Soori plays the lead role, Vijay Sethupathi plays a cameo in the first part. Viduthalai - Part 2 is expected to contain the backstory of Vijay Sethupathi’s character. New cast members include Manju Warrier, Kishore, Samuthirakani and others.

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More on Viduthalai

Viduthalai - Part 1 is available for streaming on ZEE5 and OTTplay Premium. The sequel will also be available on the same platform after its theatrical run.

A period-action drama, the film revolves around a rookie cop who is torn between his uniform and people’s movement against oppression. Besides directing, Vetrimaaran has also written the screenplay along with writer Jeyamohan. Backed by Grass Root Film Company and RS Infotainment. Viduthalai Part 1 starred Bhavani Sre, Gautham Menon, Rajiv Menon, Chetan and others. Ilaiyaraaja scores the music for the film

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