Suriya starrer Kanguva isn't a period drama? Here's what the writer has to say

Suriya has been in the news since he unveiled the teaser of Kanguva, one of the most anticipated forthcoming period action drama films. Now, the writer Madhan Karky of the film has spilt the beans regarding the world the filmmaker Siva built. He also opened up about Suriya's performance in the film. He will be seen essaying around six characters.

Kanguva does not have a historical background

In an interview, the dialogue writer revealed that Kanguva doesn't have a historical background instead has an alternative period set up. He added that they conceived that there were several clans and the maker's task involved creating their funerals, food, culture, lifestyle and even God.

He said, "Siva gave me the beautiful opportunity to create a different world, and I enjoyed creating the languages and the dialects spoken there.”

Speaking about Suriya's performance in the film, he revealed that Suriya has done an "extraordinary job". He performed the dialects and dialogues flawlessly and has put in a lot of effort for the role.

More about Kanguva

The film also stars Disha Patani and Bobby Deol, marking their debut in the Tamil cinema. Apart from them,  the ensemble cast also includes Natarajan Subramaniam, Jagapathi Babu, Yogi Babu, Redin Kingsley, Kovai Sarala, Anandaraj, Ravi Raghavendra and K. S. Ravikumar, in the pivotal roles.

A few days ago, he shared a new poster, featuring him with a burning torch with an intense look on his face. In the background, we see the people of his clan standing in the form of an arch-like shape.

Devi Sri Prasad has composed the music for the film while acclaimed cinematographer Vetri Palanisamy is handling the camera and Nishadh Yusuf editing the film. The film is said to be made on a whopping budget, making it one of the most expensive films in India to date. The film is expected to be a pan-Indian film and is gearing up for a theatrical release in summer 2024.