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- NDTV
Shah Rukh Khan-Led Jawan Had This Role To Play In Vijay Sethupathi's Son Surya's Debut Film
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News18
a day ago
- News18
Vijay Sethupathi On Son Surya's Debut As A Lead: 'Felt Just Like When I Dropped Him Off At School'
Last Updated: Surya made his acting debut in 2015 with the Tamil film titled Naanum Rowdy Dhaan. Surya Sethupathi, son of Vijay Sethupathi, is set to make his heroic debut as a lead in the upcoming movie Phoenix. The legendary senior actor has received immense praise and acclaim with his acting predominantly in Tamil cinema for over 15 years, and now his son is prepping up to rule hearts. At the Phoenix audio launch, Vijay Sethupathi shared an emotional moment watching his son Surya step into the limelight with his debut film. Vijay Sethupathi said, 'It felt just like the day I dropped him off at school for the first time." Vijay reflected on the pride and nervousness that came with the moment. He thanked Anl Arasu master, for spotting Surya during the Jawaan shoot and believing he could lead an action film. Vijay Sethupathi said, 'Surya has always loved mass action films. When he liked the script, I told him to decide for himself. I just asked once if he was enjoying it, he said yes, and that was enough for me." Vijay Sethupathi also thanked Deva Dharshini for calling Surya her own son and added, 'He's very adaptable and self-aware. He reflects on his mistakes and learns from them, and that's what makes me proud." Set for a release in theatres on July 4, fans are super excited for the much-anticipated film, Phoenix's narrative, as well as Surya Sethupathi's performance in it. When the makers released a solo picture of him giving a sneak peek into his role in the sports drama, the enthusiasm amongst movie buffs had no bounds. Who is Surya Sethupathi? Surya Sethupathi is the son of eminent actor and film producer Vijay Sethupathi and his wife, Jessie. The debutant actor also has a sibling named Shreeja. Talking about his name, the 47-year-old actor once revealed that his son's name was kept in remembrance of his close friend who died during his school days. Right from his childhood, he has been preparing for a career in cinema. For this, alongside acting, the debutant actor has also been taking proper training in action and stunts. All of this helped him grab a role in the upcoming action-packed movie. Previously, Surya made his acting debut in 2015 with the Tamil film titled Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, written and directed by Vignesh Shivan. Produced by Dhanush under his Wunderbar Films, the romantic action comedy movie featured the youngster as the younger version of his father, Vijay's character as Pondicherry 'Pandi" Pandiyan. Following this, Surya also appeared in a supporting role in the 2019 action thriller, Sindhubaadh, starring his father, alongside actress Anjali in the lead. Besides this, Sethupathi's son also reportedly had cameo appearances in both parts of Vijay's crime action movie Viduthalai, respectively released in 2023 and 2024. Finally, Surya will get his big break with the upcoming movie Phoenix, produced by Rajalakshmy Anl Arasu under the banner of AK Braveman Pictures. First Published:
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Hindustan Times
How Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan led to Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya's debut as lead actor
Jun 29, 2025 06:20 AM IST Actor Vijay Sethupathi is a proud father as his son Surya debuts with the Tamil film Phoenix soon. The actor got emotional at the audio launch of the film, recently held in Chennai, while watching his son follow in his footsteps. He also revealed how Atlee's Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Jawan led to his son Surya's debut. (Also Read: I want stardom, and I work only to be a star, says Vijay Sethupathi) Shah Rukh Khan's Jawan surprisingly led to the debut of Vijay Sethupathi's son Surya as an actor. Vijay spoke at the audio launch and said that watching him step into the limelight is like dropping him off on the first day of school. 'It felt just like the day I dropped him off at school for the first time,' he said, reflecting on the pride and nervousness that came with the moment. He also thanked Anl Arasu master for spotting Surya during the shooting of Shah Rukh Khan-starrer Jawan and believing he could headline an action film. 'Surya has always loved mass action films. When he liked the script, I told him to decide for himself. I just asked once if he was enjoying it, he said yes, and that was enough for me,' said Vijay, who played the antagonist in Jawan. The actor also thanked actor Devadarshini for treating Surya like her own son. He ended his speech with, 'He's very adaptable and self-aware. He reflects on his mistakes and learns from them, and that's what makes me proud.' Recent work After a stellar 2024 with Merry Christmas, Maharaja and Viduthalai Part 2, Vijay starred in Ace this year and played a cameo in Mohanlal's Thudarum. His films Train and Thalaivan Thalaivii are slated for release this year. Surya has appeared as a child actor in some films that featured his father. He has played key roles in Naanum Rowdy Dhaan, Viduthalai Part 2 and Sindhubaadh. Surya debuts as a lead actor with Phoenix while stunt master Anl Arasu debuts as a director.
