The makers of Pocket Novel, starring Vijay Sethupathi, Malavika Mohanan, Raj B. Shetty and Kishore Kumar G, have announced the film’s Hindi release through a new social media post. Directed by Thiagarajan Kumararaja, the film marks the filmmaker’s return to the big screen after more than seven years since Super Deluxe (2019).
The project also brings Vijay Sethupathi and Kumararaja together again after their collaboration on Super Deluxe. The film featured Sethupathi as Shilpa, a transgender woman navigating her relationships and societal expectations. His performance received considerable attention and remains one of the notable roles in his filmography. Their reunion in Pocket Novel is among the key aspects of the upcoming project.
The film also features Malavika Mohanan, whose credits include Beyond the Clouds, Petta, Master and Thangalaan. She is joined by Kannada actor and filmmaker Raj B. Shetty, known for his work in films such as Toby and Garuda Gamana Vrishabha Vahana, and Kishore Kumar G, who has appeared in Kantara, Jailer and Ponniyin Selvan.
For Thiagarajan Kumararaja, Pocket Novel is his first feature film since Super Deluxe. He previously directed Aaranya Kaandam (2011), followed by Super Deluxe, both of which established his reputation for unconventional storytelling and narratives featuring complex characters.
The announcement of the Hindi release adds another language to the film’s reach. With Vijay Sethupathi and Kumararaja reuniting alongside a cast featuring performers from different film industries, Pocket Novel is set to release during Sankranti 2027.