**Puri-Vijay Sethupathi’s Film Event Postponed Following Karur Stampede Tragedy**
*By Isha Sharma | Sep 28, 2025, 01:25 PM*
The title and teaser launch of director Puri Jagannadh’s much-anticipated pan-Indian film starring Vijay Sethupathi has been postponed. The event, initially scheduled to take place in Chennai on Saturday, was called off in light of a tragic stampede that occurred during Vijay Sethupathi’s political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu.
The unfortunate incident resulted in the loss of approximately 39 lives, leaving the entire state and the film fraternity in shock.
**Official Statement from the Film Team**
Sharing their condolences, the film team released an official statement on social media expressing their sympathy for the families affected by the tragedy. The statement read:
*”Owing to the unfortunate incident in Tamil Nadu, Team #PuriSethupathi has postponed the Title & Teaser Launch Event planned for today.”*
**About the Film**
The yet-to-be-titled film stars Vijay Sethupathi alongside Tabu, Samyuktha, and Duniya Vijay in pivotal roles. Expected to be a grand multi-language release, the project has already sparked significant excitement among fans across the country.
Reports suggest the film will be titled *Slum Dog* and feature music composed by Mahati Swara Sagar. The production team has assured fans that the title and teaser launch will be rescheduled and announced soon.
**Government Response**
In response to the tragedy, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin announced a compensation package to support the victims’ families and the injured. He revealed that each family of the deceased would receive ₹10 lakh, while those injured would be granted ₹1 lakh each.
Furthermore, the Chief Minister declared the formation of a one-member Commission of Inquiry headed by retired High Court Judge Justice Aruna Jagadeesan to investigate the incident thoroughly and submit an official report.
The state mourns the loss caused by this tragic event, and the film community stands united in grief with the affected families.
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