Will Vijay Deverakonda join the cast of Suriya's film with Venky Atluri?

Following the lukewarm response to his recent film Retro, which hit the screens on May 1, Suriya has wasted no time moving on to his next project. During the Retro event, the actor officially confirmed that his 46th film, 'Suriya 46,' will be directed by Venky Atluri. Fans were thrilled by the announcement, and adding to the excitement, fresh reports now hint at Vijay Deverakonda being roped in for a key role in the film, though no formal confirmation has come from the actor or the production team yet.Vijay Deverakonda’s surprise entry raises buzzAccording to a report by Sun News, the makers of 'Suriya 46' have allegedly brought on board Vijay Deverakonda, known for his role in 'Kingdom,' to share screen space with Suriya. His unexpected appearance at the pre-release event of 'Retro' in Hyderabad has now fueled speculation about his involvement in the film. While the buzz continues to grow, fans await an official announcement to seal the deal.Official confirmation and shooting plans for Suriya 46' The collaboration between Suriya and director Venky Atluri was officially announced through a video released by the makers. Suriya shared his excitement about working in Hyderabad. “As you’ve all been asking, my next Tamil film is with Venky, and we begin shooting in May,” Suriya said, confirming that the project will kick off soon.Meanwhile, 'Suriya 45' with Trisha is in the works While 'Suriya 46' builds momentum, the actor is also working on 'Suriya 45' with RJ Balaji, reuniting with Trisha after two decades. The film features them as lawyers, with a supporting cast that includes Swasika, Yogi Babu, Shivada, Natty, and newcomers Anagha Maaya Ravi and Supreeth Reddy. On the other hand, Vijay Deverakonda’s film Kingdom is scheduled for release on July 4, 2025.