Maharaja star Vijay Sethupathi gets emotional recalling days when he 'just wanted to get out of poverty'

Vijay Sethupathi, a well-known star in Tamil cinema admired for his versatile roles, recently shared a heartfelt interview. Known for his impressive performances that win the hearts of millions, he delivered the film "Maharaja" this Friday.

Vijay Sethupathi recalls his journey to stardom and gets emotional

I just wanted to get out of poverty: Vijay Sethupathi
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In a candid moment, a clip of his latest interview went viral on Reddit, where Vijay Sethupathi became emotional as he reflected on his past struggles. He reminisced about a time when life was tough and dreams seemed distant. "I miss myself," he confessed. "Back then, I was innocent, unsure of my future. In college, I was so clueless that I didn't even know what the syllabus for the second year was."

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Here is how Reddit users reacted:

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One of the users wrote, "That explains his film selection over the past few years. But makes sense, in his desperation to build financial stability for himself, he missed the forest for the trees. He could have made so much more money if he'd preserved his brand. I say this as a huge fan."

Another user said, "I wasn't ready for this much realness in the morning."

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Before stepping into the world of cinema, Vijay had a job as an accountant in Dubai. He had hoped this opportunity would change his life, but it turned out to be a challenging period as he struggled to provide for his family's basic needs.

Maharaja, directed by Nithilan Saminathan, promises to be a gripping action drama. The movie features an ensemble cast including Vijay Sethupathi, Natty, Anurag Kashyap, and others. The intense first-look poster hints at a powerful storyline, with Vijay Sethupathi depicted in a raw and intense role.

Recently completing filming for Ace alongside Rukmini Vasanth, Vijay Sethupathi has several exciting projects lined up, including Viduthalai: Part 2 with Vetrimaaran and Soori, keeping fans eagerly anticipating his upcoming releases.

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