THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Yesterday, Rajinikanth arrived at the shooting location of his new film wearing a shirt and dhoti at 9 am. Fans were eagerly waiting for the 'Style Mannan' outside the hotel and the shooting location but no one had access to the shooting spot. The shooting of the film, tentatively titled ‘Thalaiva 170’ was guarded by both the police and a private security team.
Filming commenced after the traditional pooja ceremony for the film. After applying makeup, Rajini came to light the lamp. Manju Warrier, who is also starring in the film joined the set yesterday. A scene featuring Rajini was also filmed. Rajinikanth returned to the hotel at 6 pm.
Following the super hit movie 'Jai Bheem,' T J Gnanavel is directing this new film. The look poster of the film featuring Rajinikanth was released yesterday by Lyca Productions. In the poster, the star is sporting stylish sunglasses and exuding his signature charm. Rajinikanth plays the role of a police officer in the film.