“
Theri
” is among the highly anticipated movies of 2016 and interestingly it is a star-studded movie of “
Vijay
.” Veteran director, “
J Mahendran
” of “Uthiripookal” and “
Mullum Malarum
” fame, makes his debut as an actor through this Vijay flick. It is heard that he has given a stunning performance at his 76. It is learnt that Mahendran is portraying the role of a corrupted minister. As per the reports, he plays the main villain in the movie. The clash between Mahendran and Ilayathalapathi will be the primary aspect of the film, says a source.
Atlee Kumar
directed this action entertainer and it is his second movie, after "
Raja Rani
." Director “
Ameer
” has acquired the theatrical rights to release the film in Madurai. August Cinemas has purchased the Kerala distribution rights and Sri Venkateshwara Creations acquired Telugu rights.