Fatima Vijay Antony's birthday wish for husband and daughter Laara
Synopsis
On their shared birthday, producer Fatima Vijay Antony posted a candid, prayer-filled tribute to actor Vijay Antony and daughter Laara — while quietly revealing he is filming an untitled project with 'Ayothi' director Murthy. Meanwhile, the second look of his upcoming family drama 'Appa Kutty' dropped the same day, signalling an August theatrical push.
Key Takeaways
Fatima Vijay Antony shared a birthday wish on 25 July for husband Vijay Antony and daughter Laara , who share a birthday.
Her Instagram post revealed that Vijay Antony is working on an untitled film with 'Ayothi' fame director Murthy .
The second look poster of 'Appa Kutty' , directed by Mu.
Maran , was released on Friday to mark the birthday. 'Appa Kutty' is an action family drama centred on a father-daughter bond; shooting is complete and post-production is ongoing.
The film is reportedly targeting a grand theatrical release in August .
Producer Fatima Vijay Antony on Saturday, 25 July shared a heartfelt birthday message for both her husband, actor-composer Vijay Antony, and their daughter Laara, who share the same birth date. The warm gesture, posted on her Instagram page, quickly drew attention from fans and the Tamil film fraternity alike.
The Birthday Wish
Sharing a picture from their birthday celebrations, Fatima wrote: 'Happy Birthday my lovely Chella kutty Hubby/Mama Vijay Antony. Yes, he's zoomed out because my hands are tied not to reveal the look of his current untitled movie with ‘Ayothi’ fame director Murthy sir, and also a very very cute special birthday to my Laara baby, father and daughter duo.'
She added a deeply personal prayer: 'I surrender both my babies at the mighty feet of Jesus, and plead to keep them safe and cover them with his powerful fire and holy blood. Happy birthday once again to both my babies, my world.'
Appa Kutty Second Look Released
The birthday celebrations coincided with a significant film update. On Friday, the makers of Vijay Antony's upcoming film 'Appa Kutty', directed by Mu. Maran, released the second look poster of the project. The poster captured the emotional core of the film, featuring Vijay Antony alongside a young girl in a portrayal of a father-daughter bond.
Vijay Antony had earlier shared the first look himself, writing: 'A scarred face. A safe shoulder. Sometimes, that's all love looks like. Here's the first look of #AppaKutty and #NannaKutty. Written & directed by @mumaran1. A @Vijayantony musical.'
What Appa Kutty Is About
According to sources close to the production, 'Appa Kutty' is an action family drama that blends emotions, relationships, and intense dramatic moments while exploring the bond between a father and his daughter. Director Mu. Maran, known for emotionally engaging and socially relatable storytelling, has reportedly crafted the film as a gripping entertainer with broad audience appeal.
Shooting has been completed, and post-production is currently underway at a brisk pace, sources indicate. The makers are reportedly targeting a grand theatrical release in August.
Cast and Technical Team
Beyond Vijay Antony, the film features a strong ensemble cast including Preethi Asrani, Lithanya, Bagavathi Perumal (Baks), Haripriya Isai, Aruvi Madhan, Chitra Lakshmanan, Sreeja Ravi, Vettai Muthukumar, Jensan Diwakar, Muruganantham, Munnar Ramesh, Lissy Antony, Kumar Natarajan, Vijayan, Praveena, Haritha, and Haripriya.
Vijay Antony has composed the music and taken on editing duties as well. Cinematography is by Rajeev Rajendran, production design by A. Raja, costumes by G. Anusha Meenakshi, and stunts by Rajasekar.
Notably, Vijay Antony is also simultaneously working on an untitled project with director Murthy of 'Ayothi' fame — though details of that film remain under wraps, as Fatima herself acknowledged in her birthday post. With 'Appa Kutty' heading toward an August release, the actor-composer's second half of 2025 looks packed.
Point of View
Confirming Vijay Antony's untitled project with director Murthy while keeping visuals under wraps. The convergence of a family milestone with the 'Appa Kutty' second look drop suggests a deliberate PR rhythm: keeping the actor's name in the news cycle ahead of an August release. For Vijay Antony, who wears multiple hats as actor, composer, and editor, the father-daughter theme of 'Appa Kutty' also carries an unmistakable personal resonance given the family's own public grief over the loss of their daughter Meera in 2023.
NationPress
25 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do Vijay Antony and his daughter Laara share a birthday?
Vijay Antony and his daughter Laara happen to share the same birth date. Producer Fatima Vijay Antony celebrated both on 25 July, posting a combined birthday wish on Instagram for the father-daughter duo.
What is the film 'Appa Kutty' about?
'Appa Kutty' is an action family drama directed by Mu. Maran, exploring the emotional bond between a father and his daughter. According to sources close to the production, the film blends action, family sentiment, and intense dramatic moments.
When is 'Appa Kutty' releasing?
The makers are reportedly targeting a grand theatrical release in August. Shooting has been completed and post-production is currently progressing at a brisk pace.
What did Fatima Vijay Antony reveal about Vijay Antony's other film?
In her birthday post, Fatima mentioned that Vijay Antony is currently filming an untitled project with director Murthy of 'Ayothi' fame, but said she could not reveal his look from that film.
Who else stars in 'Appa Kutty'?
The film features an ensemble cast including Preethi Asrani, Lithanya, Bagavathi Perumal (Baks), Haripriya Isai, Aruvi Madhan, Chitra Lakshmanan, Sreeja Ravi, and several others. Vijay Antony has also composed the music and is editing the film himself.
