Mohanlal will play the titled character in the movie 'Puli Murugan'. The movie is being directed by Vyshak. The project is scheduled to start rolling soon. Presently, Mohanlal is shooting for 'Lailaa O Lailaa' and Vyshak is busy with his multi-starrer 'Cousins'.

A Sathyan Anthikad movie is also in the offing for Mohanlal. He is expected to begin 'Puli Murugan' after completing the Sathyan Anthikad movie. He also has a Madhupal movie, the script of which is being finalised. 'Puli Murugan' scripted by Udaya Krishna- Sibi K Thomas team is expected to be a mass entertainer. The movie is produced by Tomicha Mulakupaadam under the banner of Mulakupaadam films.