The Tamil version of 'Akhil' will be released simultaneously with the Telugu version of the film on 22nd of this month. C.Kalyan bagged the Tamil rights of the film and he is planning to hold a grand event in Chennai to introduce Akhil to the Tamil audiences.

As per the latest update, the Tamil version of the film has been titled as 'Surya Kavacham', which is very much linked to the concept of the movie. The film will be a socio fantasy entertainer. V.V.Vinayak is the director of this film and Nithiin is the producer. The makers are also planning to hold the platinum disc function soon in Vizag or Rajahmundry. Pawan Kalyan is expected to attend this event. Anoop Rubens and Thaman are the music directors of this movie. Veligonda Srinivas is the story writer. Kona Venkat provided the dialogues.