Karthi is emerging as a big name in the South Indian film industry. He is on the verge of completing his upcoming film 'Japan', directed by Raju Murugan. The actor will move to his next with the hitmaker Nalan Kumarasamy following the completion of his ongoing venture.

Karthi is set to join hands with director Premkumar for one of his projects tentatively called 'Karthi 27'. The filmmaker is best known for making the cult romance film '96' starring Vijay Sethupathi and Trisha. Now, the hot buzz is that renowned actor Arvind Swamy is in talks to team up with Karthi in the upcoming flick.

Aravind Swamy will be seen in a crucial role in Karthi 27 if everything goes well. The makers will officially announce the same when the dotted lines are signed. Karthi 27 is said to be bankrolled by his brother Suriya's 2D Entertainment with cinematography Sathyan Sooryan. The much-awaited movie will be a family entertainer reportedly.