There are as many as three biopics of former Tamil Nadu chief minister Jayalalitha planned and one it is 'Thalaivi' that has Kangana Ranaut playing the towering personality. The film a trilingual in Hindi, Telugu and Tamil is directed by Vijay and shooting is expected to begin in October and release planned for Summer 2020.

We had already reported that Arvind Swamy has been approached to play the all-important role of Puratchi Thalaivar MGR. It is now heard that talks have firmed up between the dashing star and he is likely to give his nod soon. The official announcement about the rest of the cast is expected in the next few days. The frontline crew of 'Thalaivi' produced by Vibri Media include G.V. Prakash, Nirav Shah and Vijayendra Prasad.