Comedian Soori has been confirmed to star in Thalaivar 168, which marks the first collaboration between Superstar Rajinikanth and director Siva.
Ace actress Kushboo Sundar, who paired up with Rajinikanth in the blockbuster Annamalai, is in talks for the film produced by Sun Pictures.
Earlier, Keerthy Suresh and Jyotika were in talks for the role. An official announcement is awaited from the team soon. The film will have music composed by D. Imman and is expected to go on floors from December first week.