Radhika Apte Exits Vijay Sethupathi’s Next Film – Replacement Revealed

Radhika Apte, who gained widespread recognition for her role in Kabali, has officially confirmed that she will not be part of Vijay Sethupathi’s upcoming film directed by Puri Jagannath. The unexpected announcement has sparked buzz across the industry, especially as speculation builds around who will now take on the role she was set to play.

Initially, it was rumored that acclaimed actress Tabu was in talks to play the female lead in this high-profile project. Later reports suggested that Radhika Apte had been finalized for the role. However, with Radhika now stepping away, sources say that actress Nivetha Thomas is being considered as her replacement.

Nivetha Thomas, known for her performances in films like Papanasam with Kamal Haasan, Darbar with Rajinikanth, and Jilla alongside Vijay, is reportedly in final talks, with an official announcement expected soon.

This film marks the first collaboration between Vijay Sethupathi and director Puri Jagannath and is set to be an action-packed entertainer — adding further anticipation to the casting developments.