(This article is authored by Alar)

The sequel to the 2013 blockbuster ‘Soodhu Kavvum’, which was a black comedy crime thriller, has been officially launched by producer C.V. Kumar of Thirukumaran Entertainment. The film, titled ‘Soodhu Kavvum 2: Nadum Naatu Makkalum’, will be directed by debutant S.J. Arjun, who has previously made ‘Yung Mung Sung’ with Siddharth.

The sequel will feature new storyline, with Mirchi Shiva taking on the role of a peculiar kidnapper who plays by his own set of rules. Those anticipating a return to the role of Das, played so memorably by Vijay Sethupathi in the original film, will be in for a surprise.

According to sources, Veteran actor Sathyaraj has reportedly been cast as the older version of Das, who plays a pivotal role in the sequel's plot. There will be flashback portions to Vijay Sethupathi's first appearance in the film.  Actors like Karunakaran and Ramesh Thilak, who played Shiva's companions in the first film, will return for the sequel.

As a new character, Radha Ravi will also be joining the cast. Edwin Louis Viswanath will score the film, and Karthik K. Thillai and Ignatious Aswin will handle cinematography and editing, respectively. Thirukumaran Entertainment, headed by C.V. Kumar, is the studio behind the film.

The makers so far have remained mum about the movie's first trailer, release date, and other details. However, Soodhu Kavvum 2 is anticipated to be a thrilling adventure with just the right amount of comedy, action, and suspense.

Nalan Kumarasamy's Soodhu Kavvum was a black comedy about a group of four outcasts who get into trouble after kidnapping the son of a corrupt politician. Vijay Sethupathi's meteoric rise to fame can be traced back to the success of this origin film.