Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi, who recently left audiences awestruck with the global success of 'Maharaja, is all set to take on a new challenge. The versatile actor will be stepping into the shoes of the legendary Kamal Haasan as the host of the blockbuster reality show, 'Bigg Boss Tamil'.

Earlier today, Vijay TV released an exciting 2-minute promo for 'Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8', showcasing Vijay Sethupathi in a humorous and relatable light. The video depicts various people around him – from his manager and driver to commoners and his assistant – bombarding him with advice on how to handle the contestants and host the show. The playful teaser has quickly gone viral, building anticipation for the upcoming season.

'Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8' is expected to kick off with a grand inaugural episode in October. Fans are eagerly awaiting more details about the contestants, which are likely to be unveiled in the coming days. On the film front, Vijay Sethupathi has a strong lineup of films, including 'Ace' directed by Aarumugakumar, 'Train' by Mysskin, 'Gandhi Talks', and an untitled film with director Pandiraj.

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