Vadivelu will be seen in a new avatar in the yet-to-be titled movie, to be directed by Ram Bala of "Dhilluku Dhuddu" fame, that will have Prakash in the lead role, a press release said.
The film is being produced by Stephen under the banner, Steeve's Corner.
"Right from my childhood I have grown up waching movies of Vadivelu sir. His body language and mannerisms are a treat to watch," Prakash said.
"As soon as Director Ram Bala narrated the script, producer Stephen and I felt that only Vadivelu sir can do justice to the role.