Gautham Vasudev Menon shares how his life changed after Dhruva Natchathiram

After more than six years of wait, Vikram's much-anticipated Dhruva Natchathiram is heading for a release on November 24. Helmed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the action-packed trailer of the film was unveiled on the occasion of Vijayadashami yesterday, October 24.

Indeed, the lives of many have changed ever since the announcement of the film was made several years ago. A social media user pointed out that she was studying second year of college when the film was announced. She said, "I was studying 2nd year in college when Dhruva Natchathiram was announced. Now I’m working in an MNC with three years of experience. How has your life changed?"

Replying to her, Vendhu Thanindhathu Kaadu director said that there has been a lot of learning since then. "I’ve directed and released 3 films, 4 anthology shorts, 5 music videos and developed a keen 6th sense," he shared. 

The trailer of Dhruva Natchathiram opens with footage from the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The narrator explains how it got late for the first NSG chopper to land owing to several procedures. He later says that it has to be rectified one by one. When Parthiban asks how, he explains that he has created an eleven-member covert team called 'The Basement' which will be headed by Vikram who plays the character John. The later part of the trailer showcases Vikram and his team's operation unfolding and the several obstacles they face along the way.

The production of Dhruva Natchathiram began in 2016. The release of the film has been postponed many times owing to production difficulties.

Dhruva Natchathiram has an ensemble cast including actors like Vinayakan, Ritu Varma, Parthiban, Simran and Radikaa Sarathkumar. Gautham Vasudev Menon also plays a key role in the film. Dhruva Natchathiram is backed by Ondraga Entertainment and Oru Oorile Oru Film House. Vikram plays the lead role as the character named John.

With cinematography by Manoj Paramahamsa, Jomon T John, Santhana Krishnan, and Ravichandran, Dhruva Natchathiram has editing by Praveen Antony. The film has music composed by Harris Jayaraj.