Verus Productions is delighted to announce that the first shooting schedule of its much-anticipated Sci-Fi Crime Thriller ROOT – Running Out of Time has been successfully completed in Chennai.
Directed by Sooriyaprathap S, the film features Gautham Ram Karthik in a gripping lead role and marks the Tamil cinema debut of Bollywood star Aparshakti Khurana, celebrated for his standout performances in Hindi blockbusters. The schedule featured key sequences between the leads, setting the tone for this high-concept crime thriller infused with emotional depth and a ticking-clock sci-fi backdrop.
Actress Bhavya Trikha plays the female lead, while veteran actor Y Gee Mahendran is also part of the pivotal cast.
Produced by Dhanishtan Fernando, Rajarajan Gananasambandam, Sanjai Shankar, and Shaik Mujeeb under the Verus Productions banner, the film promises a blend of edge-of-the-seat thrills and emotionally charged storytelling.
Director Sooriyaprathap S expressed his excitement: “Completing the first schedule has been an invigorating experience for the entire team. The energy between Gautham and Aparshakti on screen is electric, and the Chennai backdrop has added a distinct texture to the film. We can’t wait to continue the journey in the upcoming schedules.”
With stunning cinematography by Arjun Raja, music by Vithushanan, and action choreography by Miracle Michael, ROOT – Running Out of Time is on track to deliver a fresh cinematic experience that pushes the boundaries of Tamil genre filmmaking.
Technical Crew:
Cinematography – Arjun Raja
Editing – John Abraham
Music – Vithushanan
CEO – Dr. D. Alice Angel
Art Director – VS Dinesh Kumar
Action Choreography – Miracle Michael
VFX – Santhakumar (Hocus Pocus Studios)
Costume Design – Deepthi RJ
Production Controller – Dhanalingam
Public Relations – Rekha
The next schedule of ROOT – Running Out of Time will commence soon, promising more high-stakes sequences and surprises for audiences.