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GV Prakash replaces Ilaiyaraaja as composer for Vijay Sethupathi‑Thiagarajan Kumarar film
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 03:48 AM
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GV Prakash has been officially appointed as the music composer for the upcoming film starring Vijay Sethupathi and directed by Thiagarajan Kumarar, taking over from veteran Ilaiyaraaja.
The Times of India reports that veteran composer Ilaiyaraaja has been succeeded by GV Prakash for the music of an upcoming Tamil film featuring actor Vijay Sethupathi. The project is being helmed by director Thiagarajan Kumarar, known for his distinctive storytelling style.
GV Prakash, who has built a reputation for blending contemporary sounds with traditional melodies, will now shape the film's soundtrack. The change was confirmed through an official announcement, signalling a fresh musical direction for the production.
Industry observers note that the replacement marks a notable shift, as Ilaiyaraaja has been a stalwart in South Indian cinema for decades. The collaboration between GV Prakash, Vijay Sethupathi and Thiagarajan Kumarar is expected to generate considerable interest among audiences.
Further details about the film’s release schedule and the composition process have not been disclosed at this stage.
GV Prakash, who has built a reputation for blending contemporary sounds with traditional melodies, will now shape the film's soundtrack. The change was confirmed through an official announcement, signalling a fresh musical direction for the production.
Industry observers note that the replacement marks a notable shift, as Ilaiyaraaja has been a stalwart in South Indian cinema for decades. The collaboration between GV Prakash, Vijay Sethupathi and Thiagarajan Kumarar is expected to generate considerable interest among audiences.
Further details about the film’s release schedule and the composition process have not been disclosed at this stage.