Popular production house Lyca Productions moved Madras High Court seeking to stop director Shankar from directing any other movies until he completes the works for Kamal Haasan starrer Indian 2. The producers stated that Shankar is already given a partial payment of Rs 14 crore for the movie, and that the production house was willing to submit the rest of his remuneration of Rs 26 crore with the court.
However, in a recent turn of events, Madras High Court has ruled that Shankar cannot be barred from directing other films. Justice PT Asha said that orders can be passed only after hearing the director’s side. A notice has been sent to the director, for which response has to be submitted by April 15.
With this line is cleared for Shankar to direct his next film with mega power star Ram Charan. Dil Raju will produce the film billed to be a political thriller. As per a buzz, Charan plays CM of the state in the film to be made on grand scale.