Sivakasi (film) - Production

Production

After the success of Thirupaachi, A. M. Rathnam called Perarasu to make a film with Vijay re-uniting with him for second time. Sivakasi was Perarasu's second collaboration with Vijay after Thirupaachi and producer Rathnam's second film with him after Kushi.

Mallika Sherawat was reported to be heroine instead role went to Asin. Sridevika rejected the film as the role was sister to Vijay instead Malayalam actress Lakshana was selected. Nayanthara selected to perform item number on the request of Vijay. Geetha was selected to play Vijay's mother.

Art director G. K. created the sets of T. Nagar with the sum of Rs. 1.20 cr, one of the traditional Mylapore look complete with tall temple gopurams and Teppakulam and another of vintage Triplicane aura with mosques. There were reports that Vijay would perform dual roles but later proved false. 1,20,000 feet of rolls has been used to shoot the film. The first schedule was completed in Chennai and the crew camped at Karaikudi for the second schedule, the third schedule was shot at Kushaldas Gardens with Vijay and Asin. Rakki Rajesh was doing the Stunt Master’s job for Vijay’s film Sivakasi. As Dharani wanted Rakki Rajesh to work for his Telugu film, he requested the director of Sivakasi, Perarasu to relive him. Hence the climax fight sequences were composed and finished in short time by Chandramuki fame Thalapathy Dinesh. Dubbing was held at Kalasa studios.