Thalapathy 69 Resumes Filming in Chennai: Vijay and Pooja Hegde Take Lead in H Vinoth’s Action Drama

Production moves swiftly for the highly anticipated police drama set for October 2025 release, as Vijay returns to the set alongside a star-studded cast

Filming for H Vinoth’s action-packed police drama, Thalapathy 69, starring Vijay, has resumed in Chennai. Lead actress Pooja Hegde arrived in the city yesterday to join the cast for the second schedule, which kicked off earlier this week. After taking a short break to celebrate Diwali and attend a political gathering, Vijay has rejoined the crew, pushing the production forward at full speed.

The team is aiming to wrap up the principal photography on time, with the film set to hit theaters in October 2025. A vibrant song sequence was already shot during the previous schedule, adding to the movie’s anticipation. Alongside Vijay and Pooja Hegde, the ensemble cast includes notable actors like Bobby Deol, Prakash Raj, Narain, Gautham Menon, Priyamani, and Mamitha Baiju, bringing a dynamic lineup to the screen.

Behind the scenes, editor Pradeep E. Ragav, stunt choreographer Anbarasu, cinematographer Sathyan Sooryan, and music composer Anirudh are hard at work, shaping the technical brilliance of the film. Directed by H Vinoth, known for hits like Theeran Adhigaram Ondru and Valimai, Thalapathy 69 promises to deliver high-stakes drama and action.

Initially, Vinoth approached Kamal Haasan with this cop-centered story, but after Haasan stepped away from the project, he returned to Vijay for the role. Fans are eager to see Vijay take on an action-filled cop role, possibly wielding firearms as suggested by recent hints. With excitement building, Thalapathy 69 is shaping up to be a must-watch in 2025.