Vishal's 'Magudam' shooting wrapped; Post production on in full swing, says actor
Chennai, June 22
Actor Vishal has now announced that shooting for his eagerly awaited action entertainer Magudam had now been wrapped.
Taking to his X timeline to make the announcement, Vishal, who is turning director with the film, wrote, "& it's a wrap !! Simultaneously post production under way ! Magudam/Makutam worldwide in theatres in July, God Bless. #Magudam #Makutam #SGF99 #DirectorVishal."
The actor also posted a brief video clip on his timeline in which he appeared in a few of the getups he would be seen in the film. The actor said, " From today, this character is over. Shooting has been wrapped up. Moving on! Post production in full swing."
For the unaware, the makers of the film had completed filming a massive climax sequence in November last year.
Taking to his X timeline, the actor, who had shared a video clip that gave glimpse of the humongous amount of work that had gone into shooting the climax, wrote, "Climax Sequence: DONE. 17 days. Non-stop. High-voltage action. #Magudam / #Makutam enters its next phase."
Vishal Film Factory, the production house of the actor, had released a video clip that gave a glimpse of the unit shooting the intense action sequence.
The production house had also gone on to say, "Vishal's' Directoral Debut movie Magudam/Makutam climax goes massive. Intense action at its peak with 100 stuntmen and 800 crew members."
Actor Vishal had also begun dubbing for the film from that point itself.
It may be recalled that actor Vishal had only recently confirmed that he had taken over as the director of 'Magudam', saying the decision to direct this film was not made out of compulsion but out of responsibility.
For the unaware, well known director Ravi Arasu was directing this film, which is now in its final stages of shooting.
Sources in the industry had told IANS that the actor had taken over as the director of the film after creative differences erupted between him and Ravi Arasu. Video clips that showed Vishal issuing instructions to the crew on the set were shared on social media.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Hope the direction switch doesn't affect the quality. Ravi Arasu is a good director. But if Vishal has taken over, maybe he has a clearer vision for this project. July release - can't wait! 🎬
800 crew members and 100 stuntmen for the climax? That's some serious production value. Vishal has always been committed to quality action films. Magudam is going to be a treat for mass movie lovers! 💪
I'm cautiously optimistic. Creative differences leading to director change is always a red flag. But Vishal's track record as an actor is solid. Let's see if he can deliver as a director too. Wishing the team all the best! 🙏
Vishal's directorial debut - this is going to be legendary! He knows action cinema better than most directors. Post-production in full swing and July release - perfect summer blockbuster material. 🔥🔥
I hope the film does well. But honestly, replacing a director mid-way is risky. Ravi Arasu had his own style. Hope Vishal's vision brings something fresh. The action set pieces look grand though. Let's wait and watch! 🎥
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