Updated 23:54 IST, December 22nd 2023
Mirchi Shiva starrer Soodhu Kavvum 2 enters last leg of shoot, makers drop BTS pictures
The much-awaited sequel of Soodhu Kavvum is inching closer to its completion. The makers recently dropped the BTS pictures from the sets of the comedy movie.

Nalan Kumarasamy’s super hit Tamil movie Soodhu Kavvum is all set to get its sequel after almost 10 years. Directed by SJ Arjun, Soodhu Kavvum 2 will be headed by Mirchi Shiva and has been taglined Naadum Naatu Makkalum. Edwin Louis is creating music for this one whereas Karthik K Thillai is responsible for cinematography.

Soodhu Kavvum 2 makers drop the BTS pictures from the sets
Not many but a few actors from the first past have been roped in for the sequel including Ramesh Thilak, Karunakaran, Radha Ravi and Yog Japee among others. Dropping some stills from the sets, the makers wrote, "shoot spot clicks of most expecting sequel #Soodhukavvum 2 The Dark Comedy starring @mirchishiva2 @actorkaruna1 and others nearing Completion".

All about Soodhu Kavvum
The upcoming movie is a direct sequel to the 2013’s black comedy crime film which was written and directed by Nalan Kumarasamy. The movie featured Vijay Sethupathi, Bobby Simha, Ashok Selvan, Ramesh Thilak, Karunakaran and Sanchita Shetty in the lead roles. Made on a budget of just Rs 2 crores, the movie went on to earn over Rs 35 crores.

When Soodhu Kavvum producer talked about the movie’s sequel
Producer CV Kumar once revealed to a leading portal that the sequel is based on an original idea by Nalan (Nalan Kumarasamy). He further revealed that nobody is replacing anybody but there are new characters in the sequel. He shared, “Everyone except VJS, Bobby Simha, Ashok Selvan, and Sanchita Shetty, will be reprising their roles for the sequel.”
Confirming Shiva playing a new character in the sequel, he further added, “We are currently in talks to cast Sathyaraj sir in the sequel but even if we do cast him, he won’t be playing VJS’ role.”
Published 23:54 IST, December 22nd 2023