South cinema star Vijay Sethupathi is gearing up for the theatrical release of his highly anticipated movie Pocket Novel. Acclaimed filmmaker and National Award winner Thiagarajan Kumararaja has taken charge of directing this project. While the release schedule has finally been locked, fans will need to exercise some patience as the movie is slated to arrive in cinema halls next year.
Release Date Confirmed Via Poster
Actor GV Prakash took to the social media platform X to share a brand-new poster for Pocket Novel, officially revealing the theatrical release date. According to the announcement, the film will hit the big screen on January 14. This positions Vijay Sethupathi's venture for a major festive box office run during Pongal in 2027.
Changes in the Music Department
The project underwent a notable transition in its music department during production. The makers initially announced Isaignani Ilaiyaraaja as the music director for the film. Rumors about Ilaiyaraaja exiting the project began swirling last month, and these speculations gained heavy traction when the technical crew list released on October 9 following the wrap of principal photography did not feature his name. GV Prakash has officially stepped in to replace Ilaiyaraaja, a development the creators recently confirmed.
Star Cast and Creative Team
Filming for the Tamil fantasy drama wrapped up roughly two weeks prior to the announcement. Pocket Novel features Vijay Sethupathi and Malavika Mohanhan in the lead roles, supported by a strong ensemble cast including Raj B. Shetty, Kishore, and Dilip Subbarayan. This marks the third feature film directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja. It also reunites the director and lead actor for the second time following their collaboration on the blockbuster hit Super Dulux.
Plot Kept Under Wraps
Details regarding the storyline and narrative arc of Pocket Novel remain strictly confidential. The story and screenplay have been penned by Andrew Louis, known for creating the popular Prime Video series Vadhandhi. Although the actual plot is closely guarded, the official illustrated poster showcases bundles of currency notes, hinting at an intriguing and mysterious cinematic universe. The project is backed by the production banners Tyler Derdan and Kino Fist, with cinematography handled by Nirav Shah and editing managed by Sathyaraj Natarajan.
