We had earlier reported about Prithviraj Sukumaran starring in Vilayath Buddha, the big-screen adaptation of GR Indugopan's novel of the same name. The film went on floors today with a customary pooja ceremony. Produced by Urvasi Theatres, it marks the directorial debut of Jayan Nambiar, a former associate of late filmmaker Sachy.

Vilayath Buddha is adapted for the screen by GR Indugopan and Rajesh Pinnadan. It revolves around two characters, an old named Bhaskaran Master, and his protege, a smuggler named Double Mohanan. The central conflict revolves around the two men trying to claim ownership of a sandalwood tree planted by the former. While Prithviraj plays the latter's role, the makers have still not revealed who will play the part of Bhaskaran Master.

Aravind Kashyap, known for his works in Kannada films like 777 Charlie and Bell Bottom, has been roped in as the cinematographer. Jakes Bejoy is the music director and Sreejith Sarang will be handling the edits.