Celebrated filmmaker Puri Jagannadh announced the title of his upcoming collaboration with actor Vijay Sethupathi as “Slumdog – 33 Temple Road” on the occasion of Sethupathi’s 48th birthday. Sharing the news on X, Jagannadh posted the film’s poster showing Sethupathi standing amidst chaos, wielding a blood-stained sword, hinting at a raw and intense storyline.
The caption accompanying the reveal read, “From the slums… rises a storm no one can stop. RAW. RUTHLESS. REAL. #PuriSethupathi is #SLUMDOG – 33 Temple Road. Happy Birthday, Makkalselvan.” The post has generated excitement among fans, who are eagerly awaiting details about the film’s plot and release.
Produced by Puri Jagannadh, Charmme Kaur, and JB Narayan Rao Kondrolla, the film is set to release in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Kannada, and Malayalam, marking it as a pan-India venture. The multi-lingual release is expected to attract audiences across regions, following the trend of cross-industry cinematic hits.
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Vijay Sethupathi, known for his versatile roles in Tamil cinema, recently appeared in “Thalaivan Thalaivii”, released in July 2025, directed by Pandiraj. The film also starred Roshini Haripriyan in a pivotal role, further cementing Sethupathi’s reputation as a bankable actor with a wide range of performances.
“Slumdog – 33 Temple Road” is being touted as an intense action thriller with gritty visuals and a compelling narrative. While plot details remain under wraps, the blood-stained sword in the poster suggests high-octane sequences, and fans anticipate Sethupathi’s performance in a dark and intense avatar.
Industry insiders note that Puri Jagannadh’s collaboration with Sethupathi is expected to blend Jagannadh’s trademark high-energy filmmaking with the actor’s nuanced performance style, making it one of the most awaited releases in 2026. The official release date is yet to be announced.
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