OI was the first to break the news that Sanjay Dutt has joined the cast of Leo, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj and starring Thalapathy Vijay. Additionally, it was reported that Sanjay Dutt has been generously compensated with a whopping Rs 10 crore for his role in this gangster drama. In an exclusive update, we have now learned that Sanjay Dutt will portray the character of Thalapathy Vijay's father in Leo.

In the upcoming film Leo, both Sanjay Dutt and Thalapathy Vijay are set to portray the roles of gangsters.

According to a reliable source, the character of a father in Leo is primarily a gangster role. Both Sanjay Dutt and Thalapathy Vijay will be portraying gangsters in the film and their on-screen dynamic is said to be unique. The specifics of their storyline have been kept confidential.

For those who are unfamiliar, Thalapathy Vijay portrays a gangster in his 40s residing in Kashmir, leading a secluded life from the world of gang warfare by managing a chocolate factory. The film is expected to encompass all the signature elements of a Lokesh Kanagaraj production, including intense elevation scenes, action sequences, and gripping drama. The conflicts between the characters are anticipated to be one of the major highlights. The shooting for Leo is scheduled to conclude by mid-July.

Leo expected to do well in Hindi

The film is scheduled for release on October 19, 2023. It will have a wide Pan India release, with a special emphasis on aggressive marketing in Hindi-speaking regions. In the past, Thalapathy Vijay's Varisu managed to earn Rs 1.50 crore in Hindi without any promotional efforts. However, this time, the makers are aiming to achieve an opening day collection of Rs 5 crore in Hindi, which would be a remarkable start for a Tamil film dubbed in Hindi, according to the source.

In other news, Lokesh Kanagaraj is set to collaborate with superstar Rajinikanth for their upcoming project, Thalaivar 171. Additionally, Vijay is reportedly in advanced discussions with Venkat Prabhu for a film, which is expected to commence filming in September or October of this year. Stay tuned to Pinkvilla for further updates.