Superstar Rajnikanth will begin shooting for his next movie directed by Siva, and this movie which has been mentioned as Thalaivar 168 is produced by Sun Picture, which had previously produced Endhiran and Petta with Superstar Rajnikanth. Thalaivar 168's pooja had happened last week.

The latest speculation making rounds is that actor Bala who has played lead roles in movies like Anbu and Kadhal Kisukisu might play an important supporting role in Thalaivar 168, and an official clarification is expected soon. Bala, who is the brother of director Siva had earlier acted in Siva's Veeram as Thala Ajith's brother.

Thalaivar 168 also stars Meena, Khushbu, Keerthy Suresh, Soori, Prakashrah, Sathish and has music by D Imman and cinematography by Vetri. It has been said that this movie will be a village based mass entertainer, and it has been said that the team is planning to release Thalaivar 168 on Diwali 2020.