Puratchi Thalapathy Vishal has officially announced his directorial debut with Makutam, marking a new chapter in his cinematic journey. The announcement was made on the auspicious occasion of Diwali, along with the release of the film's 2nd look poster. Vishal stated that circumstances led him to take the crucial decision to rework the creative process and direct the film, a decision made out of responsibility rather than compulsion.
The 2nd look poster features Vishal in an old man get up, complete with grey hair, a beard, and glasses. Seated on a royal chair and holding a cigar, he gives a serious gaze. Dressed in a stylish suit, Vishal looks absolutely badass in this festive poster. The poster has generated a lot of buzz, with fans eagerly awaiting the film's release.
The film features Dushara Vijayan as the female lead, with Anjali playing a pivotal role. The technical crew includes cinematography handled by Richard M. Nathan, music by G.V. Prakash Kumar, editing by NB Srikanth, and art direction by Durairaj. Vishal himself penned the screenplay, while the story was provided by Ravi Arasu.
Makutam marks a new era for Vishal, who has taken on the role of director to ensure the film's success. The film is being produced by RB Choudhary of Super Good Films, marking the landmark 99th production for the banner. With its star studded cast and crew, Makutam is expected to be a major hit, and fans are eagerly awaiting its release.