Surya's next release, Vel, directed by Hari, is shaping up very well with the shooting going on without any hitches and as planned. When Hari was quzzied about Vel, he said: "The story is very strong and the outcome is in perfect sync to the script. Surya has come up with a power packed performance and the movie is sure to be one of the landmark movies in Surya's career".

Talking about the storyline, he said: "the story cannot be disclosed now, but will be filled with sentiments; action and comedy in right proportion something similar to my earlier films, and would definitely be a blockbuster".After hearing that Vel is shaping up well the next question on everyone's lips is about Goutham Menon's Vaaranam Aayiram. It’s old news that Surya wants some changes in the script and would participate in the shooting once Vel is completed.

It seems that Goutham Menon is now changing the original script. And sources say that the new script would be racier and crisper that before. Goutham Menon, termed as the Alferd Hitchcock of Kollywood, is very optimistic that Vaaranam Aayiram will send the audience on a thrill ride.