Software Engineer-Turned-Actor Trupti Ravindra to Make Her Tamil Cinema Debut with Shakthi Thirumagan
Tamil cinema has long embraced new talent—especially those who bring both screen presence and substance. The latest to step into the spotlight is Trupti Ravindra , an emerging actor from Dhule, Maharashtra, who is all set to make her Tamil debut as the female lead in Shakthi Thirumagan, opposite Vijay Antony . The film is directed by Arun Prabu, known for his critically acclaimed works Aruvi and Vazhl, and is slated for release on September 19, 2025. A former software engineer with a degree in Computer Science, Trupti made a bold career shift after spending five years in theatre. Her grounding in the stage has given her a strong command over performance, which has since translated into notable appearances in national ad campaigns for brands like Eastern Masala, Lizol, Zepto, IETL, and Zydus. “Theatre was my training ground. This debut means everything to me,” says Trupti. “Working with a team like this—director Arun Prabu, Vijay Antony sir, and the entire crew—has been inspiring and tr...