Vishnu Vishal on Gatta Kusthi 2: Why comedy is his forever genre
Synopsis
Vishnu Vishal has made a rare public pledge: comedy is non-negotiable in his filmography, at least once or twice a year. With Gatta Kusthi 2 arriving on 3 July with a 'U' certificate, the actor-producer explains it's not just a career choice — it's the sight of families forgetting their worries in a theatre that keeps pulling him back.
Key Takeaways
Vishnu Vishal confirmed he will make at least one or two comedy films every year, calling it his 'favourite genre'.
Gatta Kusthi 2 , directed by Chella Ayyavu , is set for release on 3 July .
The film stars Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi in the lead roles.
The Central Board of Film Certification has cleared the film with a clean 'U' certificate .
Vishal cited Kamal Haasan 's Panchathanthiram as a personal comedy benchmark he can rewatch endlessly.
Actor and producer Vishnu Vishal has opened up about his enduring love for comedy films, revealing why he will continue returning to the genre even as he explores other cinematic territory. The disclosure came ahead of the release of his upcoming entertainer 'Gatta Kusthi 2', directed by Chella Ayyavu, which is slated to hit screens on 3 July this year.
Why Comedy Remains His First Love
Speaking to the media at a recent interaction, Vishnu Vishal said he has had an affinity for comedy since the very beginning of his career. 'Right from the start, I've always liked comedy. It's my favourite genre. I can watch Kamal Haasan-starrer Panchathanthiram any number of times,' he said, citing the cult Tamil comedy as a personal benchmark.
The actor elaborated that his standard for the genre is high — he expects humour that feels both fresh and organic to the story. 'I want the comedy to work well. I am someone who expects the humour part of it to be fair and new. When director Chella narrated this script to me, the comedy fit in naturally into the story,' he added.
The Audience Reaction That Drives Him
Vishnu Vishal pointed to a specific, deeply personal motivation behind his commitment to the comedy genre — the sight of families laughing together in a darkened theatre. 'When I see a family laughing in a theatre, it gives me a lot of happiness,' he said. 'At the end of the day, many people have a lot of worries. When we see them forgetting all that while watching a film in a theatre, clapping their hands, smiling and enjoying — we get a different kind of satisfaction.'
He went further, drawing a distinction between watching a good film and watching a good comedy. 'It's good to watch a good film. But when one watches a comedy, one forgets all their worries. It gives me a lot of happiness. That's why I'll keep coming back to comedy even in the future,' he said.
About Gatta Kusthi 2
The film stars Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi in the lead roles and is the sequel to the actor's earlier comedy hit. The Central Board of Film Certification has already cleared 'Gatta Kusthi 2' for release with a clean 'U' certificate, indicating it is suitable for all audiences. The film is scheduled to release on 3 July.
Notably, Vishnu Vishal confirmed that comedy will remain a fixture in his annual output regardless of what other genres he pursues. 'No matter what genre of films I do, I believe I'll do a good comedy film once or twice in a year because that's my favourite genre,' he said — a rare public commitment from a mainstream Tamil actor to a single genre.
What to Watch
With a family-friendly 'U' certificate secured and a release date locked in, all eyes will be on the opening-weekend box office numbers for Gatta Kusthi 2 to see whether the sequel can match or surpass its predecessor's audience connect.
Point of View
And the 'U' certificate, while broadening the audience, also raises the bar for clean, family-safe humour that still lands.
NationPress
2 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
When is Gatta Kusthi 2 releasing?
Gatta Kusthi 2 is scheduled to release on 3 July. The film has already received a 'U' certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification, clearing it for all audiences.
Who stars in Gatta Kusthi 2?
The film stars Vishnu Vishal and Aishwarya Lekshmi in the lead roles, and is directed by Chella Ayyavu.
Why does Vishnu Vishal keep making comedy films?
Vishnu Vishal has said comedy is his favourite genre and that seeing families laugh and forget their worries in a theatre gives him deep personal satisfaction. He has pledged to make at least one or two comedy films every year regardless of what other genres he works in.
What certificate has Gatta Kusthi 2 received?
The Central Board of Film Certification has cleared Gatta Kusthi 2 with a clean 'U' certificate, making it suitable for all age groups including families and children.
Which film does Vishnu Vishal cite as his comedy inspiration?
Vishnu Vishal named Kamal Haasan's Panchathanthiram as a personal comedy benchmark, saying he can watch it any number of times. He uses it as a reference point for what he considers genuinely good comedy.
