Pooja Hegde Starts Shooting for Thalapathy 69 in Chennai

Actress Pooja Hegde has kicked off another shooting schedule for the much-awaited film Thalapathy 69 in Chennai. Sharing her excitement with her fans, Pooja posted a serene image from the set on social media, capturing the tranquil morning vibes. She captioned the picture, “Chennai Mornings Day 16,” hinting at her early start to the day at 6:30 a.m., adding a personal touch to her behind-the-scenes update.
Thalapathy 69 marks Pooja Hegde’s first onscreen collaboration with Tamil superstar Vijay. The film is expected to be a major milestone in Vijay’s illustrious career. Directed by H. Vinoth and produced by Venkat K. Narayana under the banner of KVN Productions, Thalapathy 69 is poised to be a grand tribute to Vijay’s legacy. The project has generated significant buzz not only due to its star-studded cast but also because it is expected to be Vijay’s final film before he embarks on his political journey. In addition to Vijay and Pooja Hegde, the film also stars Bobby Deol in a crucial role, along with renowned actors like Gautham Vasudev Menon, Prakash Raj, Narain, Priyamani, Mamitha Baiju, Monisha Blessy and Varalaxmi Sarathkumar. The diverse cast is one of the key highlights of the film, which promises to offer a compelling story for audiences.
According to sources close to the project, Vijay will be portraying a suspended police officer who regains his power for a special mission. This intense role is expected to showcase the actor in a new light, with fans eagerly awaiting his performance.
The film, which commenced with a traditional puja ceremony on October 4, is slated for a worldwide release in October 2025. It will be available in multiple languages, including Tamil, Telugu and Hindi, ensuring a wide reach across various audiences. The makers have kept fans engaged with frequent updates, including a set of behind-the-scenes pictures with the caption, “Pictures layum seri adha paathutu iruka unga face layum seri Happy Smiles irukunu we know #Thalapathy69Poojai stills SET 1 idhoo. Updates inum mudiyala.. SET 2 incoming (I know there are happy smiles by adding pictures and looking at your boss. Updates are still not complete… Set 2 Incoming),” hinting at more exciting updates soon.
Alongside Thalapathy 69, Pooja Hegde has a packed schedule with several other exciting projects in the pipeline. She will be seen in the action-drama Deva, co-starring Shahid Kapoor, which is set for release on January 31, 2025. Additionally, she has signed on for the highly anticipated film Suriya 44, where she stars opposite superstar Suriya, and the romantic comedy Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai.