Suzhal 2: Directors Pushkar, Gayatri open up on why Vijay Sethupathi wasn’t cast; say ‘he can’t come across…’

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This year, Suzhal 2: The Vortex, a gripping Tamil web series in the crime-thriller genre, is one of the most eagerly awaited productions. Set to stream on Amazon Prime Video starting February 28th (this coming Friday), it’s clear that the second season has a lot to live up to!

As the launch date approaches, excitement for the television series has reached an all-time high. Right now, the creative minds behind it, directors Pushkar and Gayatri, are hard at work finalizing promotional efforts such as press interviews, poster designs, and other activities.

In a recent conversation with News18, the filmmaking team was questioned about their casting choices, specifically regarding the absence of big names in Suzhal. Pushkar openly acknowledged that incorporating A-list actors into the cast can be challenging. He elaborated that not all stars are suitable for every role, and not every character perfectly aligns with every star’s talent and image.

In simpler terms, he explained that the duo’s past movies often set certain audience expectations, making it challenging to try something fresh and unconventional. Additionally, Pushkar pointed out that every star they approached felt it necessary to maintain their established image, and venturing away from it was seen as too daring.

He additionally stressed that the main character in Suzhal needed an actress with an unassuming countenance, since the narrative traces their transformation from a pure and inexperienced person to someone who comprehends the world more deeply. Any other choice wouldn’t have convincingly developed the character.

Gayatri emphasized this notion by referencing Vijay Sethupathi. She stressed the importance of infusing a touch of an actor’s true self into each character to ensure authenticity. She also pointed out that if Vijay Sethupathi had portrayed Kathir from Suzhal Season 1, the character would have taken on a completely different form.

Speaking from my perspective as a lifestyle expert, I’d say it’s clear that Vijay Sethupathi possesses an extraordinary and unconventional speaking style which might not naturally convey innocence. In fact, his unique charisma was so potent that it would have significantly altered the entire character arc if he had been cast in the role. Pushkar, another expert in this field, emphasized that the audience would have been left feeling let down had Vijay Sethupathi taken on the part, as his presence would have deviated drastically from the original image of the character.

The filmmaking team additionally emphasized the need for actors to harmonize with their characters, suggesting that any performer who took on roles in this production would need to adapt the characters to suit their own persona.

The captivating series “Suzhal 2: The Vortex” will debut on February 28th. This show stars Lal, Saravanan, Manjima Mohan, and others in pivotal roles, along with the original cast from Season 1. The music for the series is skillfully crafted by Sam CS. In the second season, the character of Kathir, Sakkarai, delves into the murder mystery of Nandini’s lawyer, Chellappa. As this investigation unfolds, Sakkarai unearths hidden secrets from the past that still shape the present.

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2025-02-26 14:53