CHENNAI: Last year, it was announced that Vikram's 63rd film will be helmed by Madonne Ashwin of Maaveeran fame and backed by Shanthi Talkies. However, speculations were doing the rounds that the film didn't materialise.

Now, on Thursday, the makers announced that Chiyaan 63 will be directed by debutant Bodi K Rajkumar. The announcement poster hints that the upcoming project will be high on action and commercial elements. It was also revealed that the film will go on floors soon.