*Actor Karthi, Arya and Filmmaker Venkat Prabhu kick-start the shoot with their presence*
Following the remarkable success of Maragadha Naanayam (2017), a fantasy comedy that carved a unique space in Tamil cinema with its magical premise and humor, the much-anticipated sequel Maragadha Naanayam 2 has officially commenced production.
Marking the auspicious occasion of Shivaratri, the film’s shooting began Yesterday (February 16, 2026) with a traditional pooja ceremony held in Chennai. Actor Karthi sounded the clapboard, actor Arya and director Venkat Prabhu ceremoniously called out “Camera Rolling, Action,” adding to the celebratory spirit of the launch. Several prominent filmmakers associated with Axess Film Factory were also present to grace the occasion.
Produced by Sudhan Sundaram, Manish Singhal, Durgaram Choudhary, Dev & KV Durai, under the banners of Passion Studios, Dangal TV, RDC Media, Axess Film Factory and Good Show, the film is directed by ARK Saravan, who earlier directed the Blockbuster ‘Maragadha Nanayam’.
Maragadha Naanayam 2 features an ensemble cast including Aadhi, Sathyaraj, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Nikkii Galrani Pinisetty, Munishkanth, Anandaraj, Danie, Arunraja Kamaraj, and Muruganandam in pivotal roles.
The technical team comprises Dhibu Ninan Thomas (Music), PV Shankar (Cinematography), NK Rahul (Art), Thirumalai Rajan R (Editing), Rajesh Kannan (Dialogues), and PC Stunts (Action).
With expectations soaring since its announcement, Maragadha Naanayam 2 promises bigger laughs, grander magic, and an even more thrilling cinematic experience. The film’s shooting will progress continuously and more interesting updates on the project will be revealed soon.
*Star-cast*
Aadhi
Sathyaraj
Priya Bhavani Shankar
Nikkii Galrani Pinisetty
Munishkanth
Anandaraj
Danie
Arunraja Kamaraj
Muruganandam
*Technical Crew*
Director- ARK SARAVAN
Music Director- DHIBU NINAN THOMAS
DOP – PV SHANKAR
Art Director- NK RAHUL
Editor-THIRUMALAI RAJAN R
Dialogue – RAJESH KANNAN
Stunts- PC STUNTS
Production Executive – SS SRIDHAR
Costume Designer – A. KEERTHIVASAN
Choreography – RAGHU THAPA
Executive Producer – MOHAN P
Production Manager – S PRABHAKAR
Sound design – SYNC CINEMA
Sound mixing – UDHAYKUMAR
VFX – RESOL FX
VFX Supervisor – KIRAN RAGHAVAN
Marketing & Promotion – DEC
PRO – Suresh Chandra-Abdul S Nassar
Publicity design – VIYAKI
Legal Advisor – MV BHASKAR
