Vijay Sethupathi Reacts To Son Surya’s Viral Video At Phoenix Premiere, Issues Apology: May Be Unknowingly...

Amidst the debut of his son Surya Vijay Sethupathi in the film Phoenix, actor Vijay Sethupathi has addressed a controversy involving a viral video featuring Surya. The senior actor publicly apologised and clarified his stance during the Phoenix premiere, where he showed unwavering support for his son. The video sparked criticism and speculation online, with reports suggesting Vijay may have pressured individuals to remove related content.

Surya's film Phoenix is a gripping sports action drama about a young wrestler battling corrupt forces. The movie features Abhinakshathra, J Vignesh, Sampath Raj, Devadarshini, and others in significant roles. Released on July 4, 2025, Phoenix faced competition from Siddharth's 3BHK at the box office.

Vijay Sethupathi Issues Apology

At the event, India Glitz Tamil reported that Vijay addressed the allegations during a media interaction. He stated, "If something like that happened, it might have been done unknowingly or by someone else. I sincerely apologise if anyone was hurt or misunderstood the intention." He also expressed gratitude to the Phoenix team and thanked those who supported the film.

A video showing Vijay hugging and shaking hands with Surya after the screening has gained traction on social media platforms. Additionally, Vijay congratulated Anl Arasu, an action director-turned-filmmaker who directed Phoenix. He expressed hope that audiences would appreciate both the film and Surya's performance.

Upcoming Projects

Meanwhile, Vijay is set to appear in Pandiraj's romantic-comedy Thalaivan Thalaivii alongside Nithya Menen, Yogi Babu, Chemban Vinod Jose, Saravanan, RK Suresh, Kaali Venkat, Myna Nandhini, Deepa Shankar, and others. This film is scheduled for release on July 25.

The public apology by Vijay Sethupathi highlights his commitment to addressing controversies head-on while supporting his son's career debut. As audiences anticipate upcoming releases like Thalaivan Thalaivii, Vijay continues to maintain his presence in Indian cinema.