Thalapathy Vijay's new movie 'Thalapathy 66' is in hectic shooting mode in Hyderabad with Sri Venkateshwara Creations the producer of the film unveiling major updates at regular intervals. On Sunday it was revealed that veterans Prabhu, Jayasudha, Prakash Raj and Sarathkumar are on board officially and will be shooting for the current schedule.

On the other hand ace music composer Thaman is busy conjuring up the songs for 'Thalapathy 66' and has already completed a few. He has stated to Tollywood media that since he is a hardcore fan of Vijay, he is working hard to make the songs his career best. He has also promised that there will be variety in the album considering the colorful nature of the screenplay and the music design will be on an entirely different level.

'Thalapathy 66' is directed by Vamshi Paidipally and is touted to be an out and out commercial entertainer with strong family drama as the core. Rashmika Mandanna is playing the female lead while Yogi Babu is also on board for an important character.