The much awaited audio launch of Tamil Christmas release, Velaikkaran took place in Chennai. Directed by Tamil hit maker Mohan Raja and bankrolled by R.D. Raja under 24AM Studios, the film stars Siva Karthikeyan and Nayanthara in lead roles. Velaikkaran also marks the Tamil debut of versatile Malayalam actor Fahadh faasil in a negative role.

During the star studded audio launch, Siva Karthikeyan had revealed that sharing screen space with Fahadh Faasil turned out to be a big boost for his performance. He also termed the Bangalore Days actor as an international star.

Siva Karthikeyan stated:

“Fahadh Faasil is an international class actor, and I can openly, with no fear, say this anywhere. I’m learning a lot from his acting and acting opposite him was a big boost to my performance. We have become good friends now. It will be a very special role and a special film for him.”

The music and background score of Veliakkaran have been given by hit composer Anirudh Ravichander.