Julian Prakash’s upcoming period film, Ilami , is set in 1700 against the backdrop of Jallikattu. Yuvan of Saattai fame and Anu Krishna play the lead roles.
Yuvan had to undergo a makeover for the film. “I went through a rigorous workout regime to get the beefed-up look of a youngster who excels in Jallikattu. I had to grow long hair as well,” he says.
Kishore plays a crucial character in the film with Akhil playing the villain.
Talking about the difficulty of making a period film, Julian says, “Cinematographer Yuga and I had a tough time choosing locations. We have shot the film in pristine locations without electric poles and mobile phone towers. We also erected huge sets for the village shots.”
