Actor Malavika Mohanan has shared fresh details about her upcoming Tamil-language film Pocket Novel, which stars Vijay Sethupathi and is directed by acclaimed filmmaker Thiagarajan Kumararaja. The actress spoke about the project recently and expressed her excitement about working with the team.

Malavika Mohanan opens up on working with Vijay Sethupathi and their film Pocket Novel; says, “I’m very excited for you all to see it”

Speaking about the film, Malavika said, “Currently, I’m working on a film with Vijay Sethupathi sir, and it’s a Tamil-language film. It’s directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja, who, in my opinion, is one of the best filmmakers of our generation. The shoot is going really well, and we’re having a lovely, lovely time bringing the story to life. It’s genuinely a great team to be working with. I’m very excited about this one it’s called Pocket Novel, and it’s releasing this year. I can’t wait for all of you to see it.”

The statement has generated interest among fans, especially as Pocket Novel brings together Vijay Sethupathi and Thiagarajan Kumararaja, a filmmaker known for his distinctive storytelling style. While plot details remain under wraps, the project is expected to be one of the notable Tamil releases of the year.

Malavika Mohanan has steadily built a presence across multiple film industries over the years. She has worked in Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi cinema, collaborating with actors such as Mohanlal, Dulquer Salmaan, Dhanush, Vijay Thalapathy and Prabhas. Her performances and screen presence have helped her establish a growing fan base across regions.

The actress was last seen in projects that further expanded her reach, and she now appears focused on balancing mainstream entertainers with filmmaker-driven narratives. Her collaboration with Thiagarajan Kumararaja has particularly drawn attention, considering the director’s reputation for unconventional cinema.

Apart from Pocket Novel, Malavika also has Sardar 2 in the pipeline, where she will be seen alongside Karthi. The sequel has already created anticipation following the success of the first film, making it another important release in her upcoming slate.

With two major Tamil projects lined up, Malavika Mohanan looks set for a busy year ahead. While audiences await more official updates on Pocket Novel, her latest comments have added to the curiosity surrounding the Vijay Sethupathi-starrer and its expected release later this year.

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