Earlier, there were reports that Lingusamy's much-awaited multi-starrer Vettai, starring Madhavan, Arya, Sameera Reddy and Amala Paul, will grace theatres for Deepavali. But in an recent interview to a leading daily, director Lingusamy has said that the film will be released in December. "We have to shoot three songs and have some patchwork left for Vettai. We are looking to release it in December," Lingusamy was quoted as saying.

In this film, Madhavan will play the role of a lazy cop. The actor has reportedly put on weight and developed a paunch to suit the character perfectly.

The hit pair of Madhavan and Lingusamy comes together after nearly eight years post their blockbuster Run. Madhavan and Arya will appear as brothers in this film, which is currently progressing in and around Tamil Nadu. According to sources, the characterization of Maddy and his equation with his brother will be among the major highlights of Vettai.

Vettai is produced by Subhash Chandrabose and Lingusamy under their home banner Thirupathi Brothers. Nirav Shah is the cinematographer and Yuvan takes care of the music department.