'Chiyaan' Vikram enjoys the same fame as 'Ulaganayagan' Kamal Haasan in the experimentation of the films boosted through his acting. Pa. Ranjith, who is making 'Thangalaan' with Vikram, revealed that Vikram spends 4 Hours each day on his make-up and enjoys acting in every scene.

The film takes place in 1800 at Narachi and is based on the backdrop of a massacre done on the Dalit community. The teaser of the film was very striking, and everyone was surprised by Vikram's makeover for the film. He is acting in the role of tribe leader. He was seen with tattoos, earrings with other heavy piercings.

Produced by Studio Green banner, K. E. Gnanavel Raja is producing the film with a huge budget. The production house has enjoyed a close friendship with Pa. Ranjith since 'Madras'. Parvathy Thiruvoth & Malavika Mohanan play the female leads, while Pasupathy essays a crucial role.