Tabu roped in for Vijay Sethupathi, Puri Jagannadh's next project

ANI April 10, 2025 166 views

Talented actress Tabu has been signed for an exciting new film collaboration with Vijay Sethupathi and director Puri Jagannadh. The project, announced via Instagram by Puri Connects, promises to showcase Tabu in a dynamic role that matches her legendary screen presence. This comes on the heels of her recent appearance in the web series Dune: Prophecy, where she played Sister Francesca to critical acclaim. Fans are eagerly awaiting more details about this intriguing new cinematic venture.

"She's electric. She's explosive. She's the Tabu." - Puri Connects Instagram
Mumbai, April 10: There is good news for Tabu fans, as the actress has been roped in for Vijay Sethupathi and Puri Jagannadh's next big project.

Key Points

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Tabu confirmed for untitled film by Puri Jagannadh

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Produced under Puri Connects banner

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Vijay Sethupathi co-stars in project

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Details of her role still under wraps

The makers, on Thursday, took to their Instagram account to announce that she is "on board" for the untitled film.

"She's electric. She's explosive. She's the Tabu. Proudly welcoming the gem of Indian cinema, actress Tabu, on board for a role as dynamic as her presence in #PuriSethupathi," the caption read.

Take a look

https://www.instagram.com/p/DIQ0Zqmylwp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

The film is being produced by Puri Jagannadh and Charmme Kaur under their banner, Puri Connects. More details about Tabu's role are yet to be revealed.

Meanwhile, Tabu will next be seen in the horror-comedy Bhooth Bangla, directed by Priyadarshan. Bhooth Bangla marks the reunion of Priyadarshan and Akshay Kumar after a long gap. The duo has previously given blockbuster films such as Hera Pheri, Bhagam Bhag, Garam Masala, De Dana Dan, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa, among others.

The film will also see a reunion of Akshay and Tabu after 25 years. The two were last seen together in Hera Pheri. Bhooth Bangla is produced by Shobha Kapoor and Ektaa R Kapoor's Balaji Telefilms and Akshay Kumar's production house, Cape of Good Films. The film is slated for a theatrical release on April 2, 2026.

The actress was last seen in the web series Dune: Prophecy, which also starred actor Mark Strong.

The series, set 10,000 years before the events of the Dune films, explores the origins of the Bene Gesserit, blending politics, power, and prophecy. Tabu played Sister Francesca, a powerful Bene Gesserit and former lover of Emperor Javicco Corrino, portrayed by Mark Strong. The series also explored the past of her character, with Charithra Chandran playing a younger Francesca. Her role in the web series as Sister Francesca received a lot of praise from fans and critics alike.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Tabu is such an incredible actress! She elevates every project she's part of. Can't wait to see what magic she creates with Vijay Sethupathi 🔥
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Priya M.
Interesting pairing! Though I wonder if Puri Jagannadh's style will do justice to Tabu's acting range. She deserves strong character development, not just a glamorous role.
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Anjali S.
OMG Tabu in a Puri film?! This is going to be EPIC! Her performance in Dune was mind-blowing. She can literally do any genre with perfection 👏
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Vikram R.
Tabu + Vijay Sethupathi = Dream combo! Two of the most natural actors in Indian cinema. Hope the script does justice to their talents.
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Shreya P.
Between this and Bhooth Bangla, Tabu is having such an exciting year! Love that she's balancing commercial and content-driven projects so well.
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Karthik N.
Tabu is the definition of aging like fine wine. Her career choices just keep getting better with time. Respect! 🙌

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