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Vijay Sethupathi Unveils Emotional Depths of Slumdog with Puri Jagannadh
Vijay Sethupathi reveals no romantic track with Tabu in Slumdog, praises her Telugu fluency. The pan-Indian film by Puri Jagannadh is nearing release.
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Dumtika Editorial
March 25, 2026 · 1 min read
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Vijay Sethupathi is all set to make a powerful impression with his upcoming film Slumdog – 33 Temple Road, marking his first collaboration with acclaimed Tollywood director Puri Jagannadh. Known for his versatile roles, Sethupathi steps into the shoes of a blind beggar in this pan-Indian project that has completed shooting and is currently finalizing its non-theatrical deals ahead of release.
Slumdog boasts a strong ensemble cast including veteran actress Tabu, Zarina Wahab, Samyuktha, and Duniya Vijay. Sethupathi revealed in a recent interaction that the film surprisingly contains no romantic storyline between his character and Tabu’s, highlighting that their roles are emotionally distant. He praised Tabu’s impressive fluency in Telugu and described her performance as a privilege to witness.
Produced under the Puri Connects banner with music composed by Harshavardhan Rameshwar, the film is set for release in multiple languages such as Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi, aiming to reach a wide audience. Fans have expressed curiosity and excitement on social media after Sethupathi’s candid insights about the film’s unique narrative.
With anticipation building, audiences can look forward to a gripping cinematic experience as Slumdog prepares for its theatrical debut across India.
