Vijay Sethupathi, Sai Pallavi to Star in Mani Ratnam’s Upcoming Love Story

Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi are set to headline celebrated director Mani Ratnam’s next film, a romantic entertainer that is already generating curiosity among fans. After the underwhelming response to his previous venture, Thug Life, starring Kamal Haasan, Mani Ratnam is aiming for a strong comeback with this fresh love story.

The film, which remains untitled for now, will see the pairing of Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi for the first time. Both actors are reportedly excited about collaborating with the legendary filmmaker and have readily signed on for the project. The music will be composed by AR Rahman, reuniting the acclaimed director-composer duo. Production is being managed by Mani Ratnam’s Madras Talkies, with Lyca Productions joining as co-producer, lending the project significant backing.

A promo shoot is scheduled for this month, and the team is expected to make a formal announcement soon. Shooting begins on May 14th, heightening anticipation among movie lovers. Vijay Sethupathi has just wrapped up work on Puri Jagannadh’s Slumdog, while Sai Pallavi will also be seen in Ramayana, which is slated for a Diwali release this year.

With such a promising combination, fans are eager to see what Mani Ratnam and his team unveil next as production gears up to begin.