Vijay Sethupathi on his experience of working in Viduthalai Part 2: 'It offers a raw and immersive experience'

Vijay Sethupathi recently opened up about the challenges of working on Viduthalai Part 2, highlighting the emotional and physical intensity of his role.

Renowned actor Vijay Sethupathi, celebrated for his remarkable versatility in both Tamil and Hindi cinema, once again delivers a riveting performance in Viduthalai Part 2. Helmed by the acclaimed filmmaker Vetrimaaran, the film delves deeper into its intense narrative of justice, resistance, and oppression.

Following the critical and commercial success of Viduthalai Part 1, the much-anticipated sequel has now been released in Hindi on ZEE5, expanding its reach to a broader audience. Vijay Sethupathi emphasized that the film’s profound emotional and political themes will strike a distinct chord with Hindi-speaking viewers, making it a compelling watch.

He shared, “Absolutely. The themes in Viduthalai Part 2—oppression, justice, and the fight for freedom—are universal. However, every audience perceives a film through their own cultural and socio-political lens. The Hindi-speaking audience has seen many powerful stories on injustice and resistance, but Viduthalai Part 2 offers a uniquely raw and immersive experience. I believe the intensity of the narrative and the deeply human conflicts will strike a strong emotional chord with them.”

Vijay Sethupathi recently opened up about the challenges of working on Viduthalai Part 2, highlighting the emotional and physical intensity of his role. He explained that every scene in a Vetrimaaran film presents a unique challenge due to the director’s commitment to authenticity. However, one of the most grueling moments for him was portraying his character, Perumal, in a scene filled with immense emotional and physical anguish. Capturing Perumal’s resilience amid suffering took a significant emotional toll on him.

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Additionally, the physically demanding sequences shot in unforgiving terrains tested his endurance, adding to the raw and realistic feel of the film. Now available in Hindi on ZEE5, Viduthalai Part 2 offers audiences across India the chance to witness Vijay Sethupathi’s gripping performance in this powerful story of power, survival, and resistance.