The makers of the upcoming Tamil film 'Under 18', directed by Karthik Perumalsami, have officially welcomed Kannada superstar Kichcha Sudeep to the cast. The announcement was made on social media on Thursday.
Official Announcement
Sharing the update on Instagram, the production house wrote, 'The Baadshah has arrived! Welcoming the powerhouse performer Kiccha Sudeepa on board for #Under18. A massive addition to the journey begins now!'
About 'Under 18'
'Under 18' is described as an emotional crime drama that delves into the harsh realities of crime and the pain endured by families affected by it. According to an IANS report, the story is inspired by true incidents and explores crime backdrops from various parts of Tamil Nadu. The makers believe the film will leave a deep emotional impact on audiences.
Cast and Crew
The film stars Aishwarya Rajesh, Vikranth, and Kishore in lead roles, along with several other actors playing important characters. Director Karthik Perumalsami previously worked as an associate director with acclaimed filmmaker Vetrimaaran before stepping into the director's role. Recently, Vetrimaaran unveiled the title look of the film, which received a positive response from film lovers.
Pooja Ceremony and Production
The film is set to officially begin with a pooja ceremony on Friday. Major portions of the shoot will take place in Hosur, Chengalpet, and Chennai. The makers have planned to shoot in real locations to maintain authenticity and a natural feel. On the technical side, well-known cinematographer Velraj is handling the visuals, while music is being composed by Sam C S. Lyrics for the songs will be written by Ilango Krishnan and Karthick Netha.
Kichcha Sudeep's Upcoming Projects
Kichcha Sudeep was last seen in the 2025 action thriller 'Mark', which collected over Rs 32 crore worldwide. Looking ahead, he will appear in 'Billa Ranga Baasha' and is reuniting with director Vijay Karthikeyaa. He will also work on the sequel 'Kabzaa 2'.
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