New York, Aug 2 (IANS) Director Michael Bay trashed reports that production of the sequel to his film "Transformers" is in trouble till its star Shia LaBeouf recovers from a surgery following his recent auto accident.

'The car crash was unexpected, but we are still filming,' Bay posted on the film's website, Contactmusic.com reports.

'The movie has not shut down. There is plenty to do without Shia and the shooting is going great,' he added.

Bay is also confident that the actor will be cleared of his drink-driving charge since there was a considerable time difference between his consumption of alcohol and the crash.