Ryan Reynolds starrer `Deadpool 2` to start filming in January 2017

Los Angeles: "Deadpool 2" is facing a set back after the exit of director Tim Miller, but the filming of the project may start in January 2017.

While 20th Century Fox and the lead actor/co-producer, Ryan Reynolds are still looking for Miller's replacement, there are reports doing the rounds that shooting of the sequel will begin next year in January in Vancouver, British Columbia, reported Aceshowbiz.

Apart from finding a new director, "Deadpool 2" also needs to cast two major characters, Domino and Cable.

The movie is still set for January 12, 2018 release.