Kajal Agarwal starts training in Kalaripayattu for Indian 2

We had earlier reported about Kajal Agarwal being signed as the female lead for ‘Indian 2’. The actress confirmed the same in a recent audio launch event. She has already started training in Kalaripayattu for the movie. She recently posted a photo of her reading a Kalari related book in her social media handle. Earlier, there were reports about Kajal going abroad for a special makeup test. Looks like she has a highly challenging role in the movie.

‘Indian 2’, directed by Shankar is the sequel to the 1996 classic hit ‘Indian’. The movie will have Kamal Haasan reprising his role of Senapathi, a freedom fighter-turned-vigilante. There are several rumours about the other cast members, but the makera are yet to make an official announcement.

Shankar is scripting the movie and dialogues are being penned by Jeyamohan, Kabilan Vairmuthu and Lakshmi Saravanakumar. Production designer Muthuraj and his team are currently busy with the set works. A 2 crore worth set is currently being erected in Chennai. Ravi Varman has been signed as the cinematographer and Anirudh will be handling the music department.

Lyca Productions is funding the movie. Shoot is expected to commence by mid January.