Young director Atlee who came to the big screen via short films is one of the rare filmmakers to hit a hattrick with his first three films 'Raja Rani', 'Theri' and 'Mersal' becoming super duper hits.  Superstar Rajinikanth who is known to appreciate all new talents personally wished Atlee during all his successes as they are well acquainted having worked together in Shankar's 'Enthiran'.

The latest buzz is that Atlee had gone to Rajini's house and has narrated a story which has greatly impressed the doyen.  The same sources add that 'Mersal' producers Sri Thenandal Studios is likely to to bank roll the mega project. 'Kaala' directed by Pa. Ranjith is hitting the screens during the summer holidays and '2point0' would soon follow and in all likelihood the announcement about the new project could arrive any time soon.