Vijay Sethupathi to play 96-year-old in '96'

Chennai: After playing a ruthless gangster in Tamil crime-drama Vikram Vedha, actor Vijay Sethupathi, known for his experimentation streak, will be seen playing a 96-year-old man in his upcoming Tamil romantic-drama "96".

"It's not a full-length role. He will be seen playing a 96-year-old character very briefly. The story tracks three phases in the life of Vijay Sethupathi, who will be seen playing a 16-year-old, 36-year-old and 96-year-old," a source from the film's unit told IANS.

Being directed by Prem Kumar, the film also stars Trisha, Kaali Venkat and Aadukalam Murugadoss.

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This is not the first time Vijay will be seen playing an older character.

In Orange Mittai, his home production, he played a 50-something role.

The shoot of 96 is currently underway in Puducherry.