On July 7, 2025, Tamil cinema’s beloved “Makkal Selvan” Vijay Sethupathi began shooting for his much-anticipated pan-India film directed by Puri Jagannadh in Hyderabad. The project, launched with a traditional mahurat puja, is being filmed on specially erected sets, with major talkie portions featuring Sethupathi and co-star Samyuktha underway. Announced by Puri Connects on X, the film, tentatively tagged #PuriSethupathi, promises a high-octane, mass-entertainer narrative, set for release in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam. This marks the first collaboration between Sethupathi’s versatile acting and Jagannadh’s flamboyant storytelling.
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A Star-Studded Venture Begins
The film, produced by Puri Jagannadh and Charmme Kaur under Puri Connects, in collaboration with JB Motion Pictures and JB Narayan Rao Kondrolla, kicked off with a packed schedule. Sethupathi, fresh from his intense role in Ace (May 23, 2025), stars alongside Samyuktha, whose character is described as integral with emotional depth. Veteran actress Tabu and Kannada star Vijay Kumar play pivotal roles, adding heft to the cast. Puri Jagannadh shared set photos on X, captioning, “AND IT BEGINS! The raw and real journey of #PuriSethupathi begins on the sets today in Hyderabad.
Puri Jagannadh’s Vision Meets Sethupathi’s Versatility
Known for films like Pokiri and iSmart Shankar, Puri Jagannadh brings his signature high-energy style to this project, aiming to blend gritty action with a unique storyline. Sethupathi, who greenlit the script in a single sitting, told “I liked what Puri presented—it’s a full-on action film, something I haven’t done before. I need to explore untried territory.” Despite Puri’s recent box-office setbacks with Liger and Double iSmart, Sethupathi’s faith in the script, coupled with his ability to shift between mass and nuanced roles, has fans hopeful. The film’s pan-India scope, with shooting locations scouted in Hyderabad and Chennai, promises visual grandeur.
Building Anticipation
Initially slated for late June, the shoot began on July 7, with the team aiming for a continuous schedule to wrap key scenes. While the title remains unconfirmed—rumors suggest Beggar as a working title—fans expect updates on the poster and release date soon. Social media buzz on X highlights the casting, praising the “high-voltage” combo of Sethupathi, Samyuktha, and Tabu. Shanthanu Bhagyaraj defended the project against critics calling Puri “outdated,” emphasizing respect for the director’s vision. The film’s multilingual release aims to captivate audiences nationwide, building on Sethupathi’s Telugu ventures like Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy.
Vijay Sethupathi’s collaboration with Puri Jagannadh in Hyderabad marks a thrilling new chapter for both. With a stellar cast, a packed shooting schedule, and Puri’s mass-appeal storytelling, #PuriSethupathi is poised to deliver a cinematic spectacle. As fans await more details, this ambitious venture promises to blend Sethupathi’s magnetic presence with Puri’s explosive direction, setting the stage for a pan-India blockbuster.
-By Manoj H