What is Director Joshua Sethuraman's New Courtroom Drama Featuring Vijay Antony Called?

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Key Takeaways
- Lawyer is directed by Joshua Sethuraman.
- Vijay Antony stars in the lead role.
- Filming begins in June.
- The film emphasizes justice through facts.
- It features a remarkable ensemble cast.
Chennai, May 19 (NationPress) The production team behind director Joshua Sethuraman's highly anticipated movie, starring actor and music director Vijay Antony in the lead role, officially unveiled the film's title as Lawyer on Monday.
This film, previously known as #VA26, is being brought to life by Fatima Vijay Antony's production company, Vijay Antony Film Corporation.
Vijay Antony took to his X timeline to share the title poster, stating, "#LAWYER The battle begins—not with fists, but with facts #VA26."
The title poster featured an intriguing phrase: "Justice has a name." The production team has confirmed that filming for this courtroom drama is set to commence in June.
While Vijay Antony prepares for Lawyer, he has completed several highly anticipated films that are expected to be released in succession.
The first film to grace the screens will be the thrilling murder mystery 'Maargan', directed by acclaimed editor-turned-director Leo John Paul, which is slated for release on June 27 this year.
'Maargan' is generating significant buzz as it marks the debut of Ajay Dhishan, Vijay Antony’s nephew, in a compelling antagonist role. Sources indicate that his performance could set a new standard for negative portrayals in Tamil cinema.
The film features a remarkable ensemble cast including Samuthirakani, Mahanathi Shankar, Prithika, Vinodh Sagar, Brigida, Deepshikha, Kalakka Povadhu Yaaru Archana, Kanimozhi, and Anthagaram Natarajan, all contributing to a narrative that is both engaging for family audiences and thrilling at its core.
It has been reported that the film was shot in stunning locations and will include breathtaking underwater sequences filmed in Mumbai. The visuals, complemented by impressive VFX work, promise to make Maargan a cinematic feast.
Additionally, Vijay Antony is awaiting the release of director Suseenthiran's much-anticipated 'Valli Mayil'.