Jyotika opts out of Vijay 61; Nitya Menen to replace her?

We had earlier reported that shoot for Vijay’s upcoming movie with director Atlee has commenced. It was reported that the movie will feature three female leads, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Kajal Agarwal and Jyotika. But according to latest reports, Jyotika has pulled out of the project.

The actress has opted out of the project citing date issues. Atlee had scripted a challenging role for the actress. The team is currently on the look for an ideal replacement. According to reports coming in from K Town, Atlee is in talks with OK Kanmani girl Nithya Menen to replace Jyotika. Official confirmation regarding Nitya Menen’s casting is still awaited.

The movie tentatively titled as Vijay 61 has a stellar star cast. Apart from Vijay and the three lead ladies, the movie will also feature SJ Suryah, Sathyaraj, Vadivelu, Sathyan and Kovai Sarala in important roles.

The movie is said to have a semi period plot with a portion of the movie set in the 80s in Madurai. Another major leg of shooting will happen in Europe and US. Vijay is seen sporting a thick beard with a twirled moustache for the movie.

KV Vijayendra Prasad who has written biggies like Baahubali and Bhajrangi Bhaijaan has written the screenplay for the movie. Music maestro A R Rahman is the music director while debutant GK Vishnu is handling the cinematography. Ruben is in charge of the cuts. The movie is produced by the prestigious Sri Thenandal Films.