Director Atlee, who was conferred with an honorary doctorate by a university in Chennai today, spoke about his much-anticipated upcoming film (#AA22xA6) with Allu Arjun during the ceremony.
Atlee revealed that the film will introduce several new filmmaking technologies to Indian cinema and aims to be the most expensive Indian film ever made.
“The budget hasn’t been fixed yet because we don’t want to limit our vision. We’re dreaming big, and it will be a proud moment for Indian cinema when it releases,” he stated.
Addressing past allegations of plagiarism, Atlee clarified that this film is entirely original and not inspired by any Hollywood production.
To prepare for the role, Allu Arjun is undergoing a massive physical transformation. The Stylish Star is taking the help of celebrity fitness trainer Lloyd Stevens to get his desired physique for this character.
Recently, Bollywood diva, Deepika Padukone has joined the cast as the leading lady.
Welcoming Deepika onboard, makers Sun Pictures, penned on their X handle, "The Queen marches to conquer! Welcome onboard @deepikapadukone #TheFacesOfAA22xA6. #AA22xA6 - A Magnum Opus from Sun Pictures. @alluarjun @Atlee_dir #SunPictures #AA22 #A6"
Announcing "AA22 X A6", Sun Pictures dropped a captivating video on social media including the world-class technicians who are working on the film.
Acclaimed VFX supervisor James Madigan was heard saying in the clip, “I just got done reading the script and I got to say, my head is still spinning.”
The president of Spectral Motion, Mike Elizalde added, "The script is seriously unlike anything I've ever read. It is the best of the best of what I would ever want to create."
Academy Award winner and Fractured FX artistic director and CEO Justin Raleigh stated, "Reading through it (the script), very excited about all the creature potential.All the different character potential.”
