Vijay 61 title, first look poster announced: Take a look at the second poster from Mersal [Photos]

After revealing the title and first look at 6 pm on Wednesday, June 21, the makers treated the fans of Vijay with one more poster later in the night. In the second picture, Ilayathalapathy is seen in a colourful avatar. Going the photo, it appears like Ilayathalapathy will be seen as a magician in his second role.

Coming to the first poster, it presents Vijay in a rural avatar. He is seen sporting 'vibhuti' (sacred ash) on his forehead, while the twirled moustache with a beard gives him an attractive look. What is more interesting is the bulls in the background that tells that the movie has a connection with 'Jallikattu,' the traditional bull-taming sport of Tamil Nadu.

The first look has been released to coincide with the celebration of actor's birthday, who will turn 43 on Thursday, June 22. The fans have given an overwhelming response to the film and the title. 

On social media, topics related to the movie and its first look were also trending.

Earlier, it was reported that the makers had considered five names that also included Moondru Mugam, the title of Rajinikanth's 1982 hit film. But the said name was later dropped and only four titles were in consideration.

Vijay birthday celebration
On the other hand, the fans of Vijay are set to celebrate his 43rd birthday like every year. They engage themselves in charity, blood donations and distribute sweets apart from doing various other things on the special day for the well-being of the Ghilli star. 

Many theatres across Tamil Nadu are cashing in on the hype by screening some of his popular movies. This year, Theri, Kaththi and a few other hit flicks are being screened in theatres.

Coming back to Vijay 61, the movie marks the second union of Atlee with Vijay after Theri. In the latest film, Ilayathalapathy is romancing top heroines like Samantha, Kajal Aggarwal and Nithya Menen. SJ Suryah plays the role of the villain in the movie, which will hit the screens in October. The movie also has Vadivelu and other few others in the supporting roles.

AR Rahman is composing the music for the flick while Sri Thenandal Films is bankrolling it. GK Vishnu is wielding the camera and Ruben is the editor.