Filmmaker Dr. Pragabhal, who made his debut with the film Muddy, has released the motion poster of his sophomore film, titled Jockey. He is reuniting with the leads of his first, Yuvan Krishna and Ridhan Krishnas.
The glimpse, similar to his first film, has action unfolding on a sandy plain. This time, the story revolves around goats facing off against each other, with their owners seeking to satisfy their egos through such battles.
Speaking about the film, the director said he conducted in-depth research about the sport and its cultural connectivity to Madurai and Tamil heritage. "I began documenting and researching this tradition in depth, even staying in Madurai since 2022 to write the story. For the film to be authentic, I knew the actors had to build a real bond with the goats. So, we purchased goats, trained with them, fed them, lived with them, and created a genuine connection."
He further added that casting was a daunting task, as actors were required to run a risk of injuries, more than getting into the role. He stated that Yuvan and Ridhan "wholeheartedly embraced the challenge." The film also stars Ammu Abhirami as the female lead and Madhu Sudhan Rao in a pivotal role.
Jockey's technical crew comprises cinematographer Udhayakumar, editor Srikanth, composer Sakthi Balaji, art director C Udhayakumar, and stunt choreographer Prabhu Jacky.
