Key Highlights:

  • The trailer for "Baththa" was unveiled, showing Vijay Sethupathi as a feared figure with exaggerated legendary status among locals.
  • The film contrasts Baththa's fearsome public reputation with his soft, humour-filled private side, known only to his wife and daughter.
  • An earlier glimpse video suggested the film is set in the 1980s, with people anxiously awaiting Baththa's return amid police suspicion of a crime.
  • Directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan, known for "Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom," and presented by Atlee.
  • "Baththa" releases worldwide in theatres on October 1, 2026, with music by Sai Abhyankkar.

A Highly Anticipated Trailer Drops

The makers of director Balaji Tharaneetharan's eagerly awaited Tamil film "Baththa," featuring Vijay Sethupathi and Lijomol Jose in the lead, have now released a trailer of the film, much to the delight of fans and film buffs.

Vijay Sethupathi Shares the Trailer

Actor Vijay Sethupathi took to his X timeline to share the link to the trailer, writing that the trailer was out now, describing the film as written and directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan, with music by Sai Abhyankkar, and confirming the film's October 1 release.

A Legend Built Through Rumour

The trailer begins with the perception society has of Baththa, played by Vijay Sethupathi. Children listen to outrageous rumours of Baththa's courage with bated breath. One kid is heard telling another that Baththa once broke the ribs of someone who challenged him and walked away with the man tucked under his arm. Another talks of how he broke open the gates of a prison to escape. A third tells that he has a lion for a pet, painting an almost mythical picture of the central character before the trailer reveals a very different side to him.

A Softer Side Known Only to Family

In general, the point is Baththa is unassailable. But there is another side of Baththa that only his wife, played by Lijomol Jose, and his daughter know: a soft, gentle, caring side. Interestingly, these portions are full of humour, offering a distinct tonal contrast to the fearsome reputation established earlier in the trailer.

A Lighthearted Moment Between Husband and Wife

For instance, there is a scene in the trailer in which Baththa, after stylishly singing a song, tells his wife on their wedding night that she shouldn't be scared of him. The terror-stricken wife replies, "I will not be scared if you don't sing," a playful exchange that captures the film's blend of intimidating reputation and genuine domestic comedy.

Building on an Earlier Glimpse Video

It was only a few days ago that the makers had released a glimpse video of the film. The glimpse video opens with all those close to Baththa eagerly awaiting his return. It is evident that the film is set in the eighties. While Baththa's daughter says she is scared and wants her dad to return, his brother is seen exuding confidence that his brother will return. A small kid is seen saying, "Everybody is scared of him but he isn't scared of anything." The glimpse video also goes on to show that people expect a big crime to happen and the police are seen asking people if they suspect anybody, hinting at a central plot mystery that the full trailer builds upon.

Direction and Presentation

Starring Vijay Sethupathi and Lijomol Jose in the lead roles, "Baththa" has been directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan, who is best known for having delivered the superhit film "Naduvula Konjam Pakkatha Kaanom," and presented by well-known director Atlee, lending the project further industry credibility through both its director's prior success and its presenter's standing in Tamil cinema.

The Technical Team

On the technical front, "Baththa" has music by Sai Abhyankkar and cinematography by Selvakumar S.K. R. Kalaivanan has taken care of the film's editing, while T. Muthuraj has served as its Production Designer, bringing together a well-rounded technical team to support the film's period setting and tonal shifts between comedy and intensity.

Release Details

The film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on October 1, 2026, giving audiences a clear and imminent timeline to look forward to as anticipation continues to build following the release of this trailer.