Vishal has started dubbing for his much-awaited film Magudam, just a few days after officially taking over as director. His manager shared a short video on X that shows the actor performing a traditional pooja before starting his dubbing session. At the same time, the production team continues filming the film’s climactic scenes.
Vishal starts dubbing as the shoot reaches the finish line
The project, produced by Super Good Films, has been in the making for several months and is now in the final phase of post-production. The film is reported to be the poster’s 99th release, adding additional significance to its completion. With dubbing in progress and editing underway, the team appears to be working towards wrapping up in the coming weeks.
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The unexpected step to direct
Until recently, Magudam was directed by Ravi Arasu, known for Eetti and Velaikkaran. However, Vishal recently confirmed that he himself had stepped in to direct the film. In an emotional statement, he said he never expected to take on this responsibility but circumstances left him no choice.
He explained that the decision came from a sense of duty rather than pressure. “Cinema is a promise made to both the audience and the producers,” Vishal wrote, adding that he wanted to ensure the film reached its full potential. Reports from the Tamil industry suggest that creative disagreements between the actor and the original director led to the change, although both sides have remained professional and diplomatic in their public comments.
Ravi Arasu continues to have the story credits, while Vishal has taken over the direction to shape the final cut according to his vision. This move marks Vishal’s first outing as a director, adding another milestone to his long career in Tamil cinema.
Cast, concept and what to expect
Magudam features Dushara Vijayan in the lead role opposite Vishal, with Anjali and Yogi Babu also playing pivotal characters. The first look poster revealed Vishal in three different guises, one as a corporate employee, another as a young gangster and a third as an elderly don. This visual variety hints at a layered story that combines emotion, action and transformation.
The film’s technical team includes GV Prakash Kumar composing music, Richard M Nathan handling cinematography and NB Srikanth handling editing. With such a strong team, Magudam is expected to offer a blend of style and substance typical of Vishal’s brand of commercial cinema.
Fans are eagerly waiting to see how the actor-turned-director balances acting and filmmaking in a project that has already generated a lot of curiosity. As Magudam nears release, the industry is closely watching how Vishal’s new role unfolds behind the camera.
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