Photos and videos of Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi are going viral on the internet, sparking buzz. Unseen behind-the-scenes glimpses of the two have got fans excited, with many anticipating that the filmmaker could be returning with the kind of love saga for which he is celebrated as a storyteller. In contrast, many fans felt nostalgic, reminding them of Sethupathi’s iconic romantic film 96.
The viral images and clips on the internet are reportedly from the Howrah Bridge in Kolkata, where Vijay Sethupathi is seen in a clean-shaven look, slaying in a sharp, casual aesthetic with a black t-shirt and denim. Meanwhile, Sai embraced her natural beauty in a red maxi dress. There are other photos from the shoot that are going viral. In the viral clip, the two were reportedly seen shooting for a song, and the visuals are raising expectations and excitement.
Mani Ratnam is set to return with Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi starring next. The viral photos from the shoot have sparked buzz online.
A user said, “Another 96 we will expect.”
The second wrote, “The cutest pair we have got.”
The third said, “Finally it happened. My dream casting both are one day shared love happiness in a one frame love from Kolkata.”
Reportedly, the Kolkata shooting schedule for the upcoming film kicked off on July 23, 2026, and is slated to run for approximately 10 days before moving production to Puducherry.
The upcoming untitled project was announced in March after weeks of speculation with Vijay Sethupathi and Sai Pallavi in the lead roles. The makers also announced that AR Rahman will compose the music, while Madras Talkies, Lyca Productions, and India Talkies produce it.
