Simbu's next film 'Vettai Mannan' has started off with the first phase of its shooting schedule. Vettai Mannan is said to be a high budget movie and is directed by debutant Nelson, who is a long time associate of Simbu. Nelson had worked with Simbu in movies like Manmadhan and Vallavan.
Nelson is said to have approached Simbu with the script during the shoots of 'Vaanam'. Simbu after hearing the script narration has immediately waved green signal to the project. One of the greatest strength for 'Vettai Mannan' is that, NIC Arts Chakravarthy is producing the film.
The movie is said to be a comedy thriller and actor Jai will be playing a pivotal role alongside Simbu, according to the sources. The script demands three heroines out which one will be roped in from Bollywood. After completing Poda Podi completely Simbu will enter Vettai Mannan in full swing. The actor also said that he has ideas of reviving his dropped out 'Kettavan' project. The music director and other casts have not yet been offcially confirmed.