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Phoenix
Directed byAnl Arasu
Written byAnl Arasu
Produced byRajalakshmy Anl Arasu
Starring
CinematographyR. Velraj
Edited byPraveen K. L.
Music bySam C. S.
Production
company
AK Braveman Picturess
CountryIndia
LanguageTamil

Phoenix is an upcoming Indian Tamil-language sports action drama film[1] written and directed by Anl Arasu and produced by Rajalakshmy Anl Arasu under AK Braveman Picturess banner.[2] The film stars Surya Vijay Sethupathi, son of Vijay Sethupathi making his debut as the male lead[3] opposite to Abhinakshathra and Varsha as the female leads and J. Vignesh playing a crucial role. The films stars an ensemble cast comprising of Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Sampath Raj, Devadarshini, Muthukumar, Dileepan, Ajay Ghosh, Harish Uthaman, Munnar Ramesh, Naveen, Rishi, Nandha Saravanan, Aadukalam Murugadoss, J. Vignesh, Sreejith Ravi, Aadukalam Naren and others in supporting roles.[4]

The technical crew comprises of R. Velraj as the cinematographer, Praveen K. L. as the editor, Sam C. S. as the music composer, and the director himself as the stunt choreographer.[5]

Cast

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Production

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Development

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In mid-June 2023, it was reported that Surya Vijay Sethupathi, the son of renowned actor Vijay Sethupathi who had earlier appeared as child artist in films such as Naanum Rowdy Dhaan (2015)[6] and Sindhubaadh (2019)[7] will debut as the male lead in the maiden directorial of the stunt choreographer-turned-director Anl Arasu.[8][9] The film stars Ayali (2023) fame Abinakshathra and Varsha as the female leads alongside, Kaaka Muttai (2015) fame J. Vignesh playing an important role.[1] The films also stars an ensemble cast comprising of Varalaxmi Sarathkumar, Sampath Raj, Devadarshini, Muthukumar, Dileepan, Ajay Ghosh, Harish Uthaman, Munnar Ramesh, Naveen, 'Atti' Rishi, Nandha Saravanan, Aadukalam Murugadoss, Sreejith Ravi, Aadukalam Naren, Sathya NJ, Poovaiyar and others in supporting roles.[4][10]

The technical crew comprises of R. Velraj as the cinematographer, Praveen K. L. as the editor, Sam C. S. as the music composer, and the director himself as the stunt choreographer.[5] The director also produces the under his banner AK Braveman Picturess helmed by Rajalakshmy Anl Arasu.[2][11]

Filming

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After a formal puja ceremony, the principal photography began on 24 November 2023 in AVM Studios, Chennai.[12][13]

Marketing

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On 24 November 2023, Anl Arasu through a first-look poster confirmed his debut directorial featuring Surya Vijay Sethupathi as the male lead in his sports action drama film.[14][15] The film teaser was released by Sivakarthikeyan in X[16] on 17 June 2024 after a teaser launch event at Le Magic, Nungambakkam, where Surya's father, Vijay Sethupathi was also present.[17]

Music

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Phoenix
Soundtrack album by
GenreFilm soundtrack
LanguageTamil
ProducerSam C. S.
Sam C. S. chronology
KA
(2024)
Phoenix
(2024)
Saloon
(TBA)
Singles from Phoenix
  1. "Yaaranda"
    Released: 25 October 2024

The soundtrack and background are composed by Sam C.S.[18] The first single "Yaaraanda" was released on 25 October 2024.[19]

No.TitleWriter(s)Singer(s)Length
1."Yaaranda"Vithya DamodharanSivam3:16

Release

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Theatrical

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Initially, Phoenix was scheduled to be released on 14 November 2024, clashing with Kanguva[20] but was later postponed without announcing a date, due to the cuts issued by the Central Board of Film Certification.[21]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Surya Sethupathi to make his debut with an action sports drama". The Times of India. 24 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 29 November 2023. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  2. ^ a b sreeharsha.gopagani. "హీరోగా విజయ్ సేతుపతి కొడుకు ఎంట్రీ.. దర్శకుడు ఎవరు? టైటిల్ కూడా ఫిక్స్..!". Asianet News Network Pvt Ltd (in Telugu). Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  3. ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya turns hero for stunt director Anl Arasu's directorial debut, 'Phoenix'". The Hindu. 24 November 2023. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 4 December 2023. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  4. ^ a b தினத்தந்தி (17 June 2024). "சூர்யா விஜய் சேதுபதியின் 'பீனிக்ஸ்' டீசர் வெளியானது". www.dailythanthi.com (in Tamil). Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  5. ^ a b "Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya turns hero in Jawan stunt choreographer Anal Arasu's Phoenix". The Indian Express. 24 November 2023. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  6. ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's Son Surya To Debut As Hero With This Film". News18. Archived from the original on 4 December 2023. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  7. ^ DIN (23 November 2023). "நாயகனாக அறிமுகமாகும் விஜய் சேதுபதி மகன்!". Dinamani (in Tamil). Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  8. ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya to make his acting debut in stunt choreographer Anal Arasu's debut film". The Times of India. 21 June 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  9. ^ "Pics: Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya debuts as lead in Anl Arasu's 'Phoenix'". India Today. 24 November 2023. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  10. ^ Features, C. E. (17 June 2024). "Phoenix teaser: When a sport becomes your life". Cinema Express. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  11. ^ "Stunt Director 'Anl' Arasu turns a director and producer with 'Phoenix' starring Surya! - Tamil News". IndiaGlitz.com. 27 November 2023. Archived from the original on 24 April 2024. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  12. ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya Sethupathi to star in Anl Arasu's film Phoenix". OTTPlay. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  13. ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya Sethupathi turns hero with Phoenix | Latest Telugu cinema news | Movie reviews | OTT Updates, OTT". 123telugu.com. 24 November 2023. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  14. ^ ganesh.perumal. "முதல் படத்திலேயே மாஸ் ஹீரோவாக களமிறங்கும் விஜய் சேதுபதி மகன்... அனல்பறக்க ஆரம்பமான ஷூட்டிங் - இயக்குனர் இவரா?". Asianet News Network Pvt Ltd (in Tamil). Archived from the original on 23 February 2024. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  15. ^ Kosalairaman, Muthu Vinayagam. "Vijaysethupathi Son Surya: களமிறங்கிய அடுத்த வாரிசு! ஹீரோவாகும் விஜய் சேதுபதி மகன் சூர்யா! இயக்குநர் யார் தெரியுமா?". Tamil Hindustan Times (in Tamil). Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  16. ^ "Surya Vijay Sethupathi's Phoenix teaser". The Times of India. 17 June 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  17. ^ "Vijay Sethupathi's Son Surya To Debut With Anal Arasu's Phoenix". News18. Archived from the original on 18 June 2024. Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  18. ^ Kumar, Akshay (24 October 2024). "First single from Anl Arasu's Phoenix to be out on this date". Cinema Express. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  19. ^ Kumar, Akshay (26 October 2024). "'Yaaraanda' lyric video from Anl Arasu's Phoenix out". Cinema Express. Retrieved 10 November 2024.
  20. ^ தினத்தந்தி (12 October 2024). "சூர்யா விஜய் சேதுபதியின் 'பீனிக்ஸ்' படத்தின் ரிலீஸ் தேதி அறிவிப்பு". www.dailythanthi.com (in Tamil). Retrieved 5 November 2024.
  21. ^ Mullappilly, Sreejith (12 November 2024). "Anl Arasu's film Phoenix's release delayed". Cinema Express. Retrieved 12 November 2024.
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