“Slumdog 33 Temple Road” Movie Press Meet!

Slumdog 33 Temple Road  is a pan-India action film jointly produced by Puri Connects and JB Motion Pictures, starring Vijay Sethupathi in the lead role. Directed by renowned director Puri Jagannath, the film has created a lot of anticipation among the fans right from the start.

The grand teaser launch of the film was held in Chennai with great enthusiasm. The film crew, media persons and many celebrities from the film industry attended the event.

Director Puri Jagannath, producer Charmme Kaur, actor Vijay Sethupathi, and the film crew participated in the event and met the media and fans.

Many interesting details were shared at the event about the film “Slumdog Millionaire”, which has been generating huge anticipation since the title announcement and first look poster.

Speaking at the event, producer JB Narayan Rao Kondrola said:

My heartfelt greetings to all the media and press friends. Thank you to everyone who participated in this event.

This is my first film as a producer. I am very happy to have produced this film with director Puri Jagannath sir and Charmi madam. Also, I am very proud and happy to have started my first film with a great actor like Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi.

My thanks to all the actors and actresses including heroine Samyukta, Tabu madam, Duniya Vijay sir. I express my heartfelt thanks to Vishwa, VTV Ganesh, Brahmaji and all the technicians who worked on this film.

The biggest responsibility of bringing this film to the audience lies in the hands of the media and press friends. I thank you in advance for your support in bringing our work to the public. Once again, my thanks to everyone. Thank you.”

Producer Charmi Kaur spoke:

“I am very happy to meet all my media friends from Chennai again after all these years. Same place, same faces, same smiles. I still remember the days when I first came to Chennai in 2002 with the film ‘Kaadhal Vaaavathillai’. I met my media friends then. After that, I acted in many films. I received a lot of love from all of you. Even today, when I meet and talk to you, I feel that affection and closeness has not changed.”

"I have returned to Chennai with the film 'Slumdog Millionaire'. But this time not as an actress, but as a producer. We have produced many successful films under our company Puri Connects. But this is our first attempt as a direct Tamil film. So this film is very special to me."

“'Slumdog' is a blend of action and emotions. In it, you will see very natural, realistic action sequences and emotions that are closely connected to human life. Puri Jagannath sir's screenplay and Vijay Sethupathi sir's performance have combined to make this film even better.”

“Vijay Sethupathi sir is first and foremost a great actor. At the same time, he is a huge star. When a film needs acting talent and commercial value, he is the actor who balances both. My heartfelt thanks to him for joining this film. I assure you that we will release this film in the best possible way in Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam and Kannada languages ​​all over the world.”

“If we want to talk about Tabu Madam, we had her in mind for this role from the very beginning. She agreed as soon as she heard the story. She praised not only her character but the entire story and gave us confidence. She has been supporting us till date.”

“Duniya Vijay sir has played the main villain in this film. He immediately agreed upon hearing the story. He even rearranged his shooting dates for us. We will always be grateful for his cooperation and love.”

“I still remember the moment I first met Samyukta. The character required an actress with a very natural look and acting skills. Samyukta brought the character to life beautifully. Her natural acting and simple look will definitely captivate the audience.”

“If we were to talk about VTV Ganesh sir, just watching his videos on social media makes us laugh. We thought we should choose him for this role. Every scene he appears in the film will give the fans a refreshing experience.”

“Brahmaji also plays an important role in this film. His contribution is also significant.”

“Special thanks to our company’s CEO Vishu Reddy. He made sure that the director did not feel any pressure on the set. He took care of all the departments like production, marketing, sales, and publicity at the same time and helped make this film a success. No matter how much I thank him for his hard work, it is not enough.”

“My thanks to JP Motion Pictures and the entire team for supporting this film. We are confident that 'Slumdog Millionaire - 33 Temple Road' will be a huge hit with the audience. We will make you proud with this film.”

Music composer Harshavardhan Rameshwar spoke...

“I am very happy to be a part of this event. First of all, my heartfelt thanks to Director Puri Jagannath sir. He is the one who gave me this opportunity. He is a huge legend. Initially, I was a little scared and nervous to work with him. But when I worked with him, it turned out to be a very happy experience. I would like to thank him again for this opportunity.

Likewise, thanks to Charmi madam. She took care of everyone with great kindness and simplicity. My thanks to Vijay Sethupathi sir and Sumitha madam.

There are a total of six songs in this film. Each song has been created in a way that will give a different experience. This will be a pleasant surprise for the fans. We have tried to bring a lot of innovation not only in the songs but also in the background music. My heartfelt thanks to everyone.”

Actor VTV Ganesh spoke:

“The opportunity to act in this film came suddenly. One day Puri Jagannath sir called me. Immediately I remembered 'Pokkiri'. He was the director of the original of that huge hit film starring the current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. He is also a great director who has given many mass hit films. My manager had also told me a lot about him. So I had a certain expectation when I met him.

But when I met him in person, I saw him as a very simple and gentle man, without any pretensions of being a director with such great success. It was a very happy experience to sit and talk with him and have dinner together.

I have played a different character in this film that I have never played before. I cannot tell you the details of that character now. But I enjoyed it a lot while playing it. I really liked the way Puri sir gives complete freedom to the actors and takes on the work.

“I am a fan of Tabu Madam and I will never forget her love and the love of her team. Especially when we were shooting in Hyderabad, the food she sent us every day was so sumptuous. She would send us a lot of different types of food like mutton, chicken, pulao. The experience of acting with her was unforgettable. That love and hospitality impressed me a lot. This was one of the things that made the shooting experience even more enjoyable.”

“I was amazed by Vijay Sethupathi sir’s dedication on the very first day of shooting. He would write down the Telugu dialogues and memorize them. Instead of sitting in the caravan and resting, he would sit outside and continue to concentrate on his work with full concentration. When I saw that dedication, I remembered the hard work and dedication of the current Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, whom I had previously served. I saw the same level of commitment and hard work in Vijay Sethupathi sir.

That is why he is a successful actor in India today. To reach this height, not only talent but also hard work and patience are necessary. He is a great example of how success can only be achieved by waiting for the right time and working hard.

I hope that after the release of this film, especially the Telugu fans, will celebrate his performance. Whether it is Tamil or Telugu, he becomes that character. Puri sir has made this film in a way that fully utilizes his talent.

Puri sir has the ability to get the best performance from all the actors. At the same time, he is very disciplined and neat on the set. He calls the artists on time and completes the work as planned. It is that professional approach that has placed him at this height.

Even though I played a small role in this film, I acted with great joy. From the assistant directors to the technicians, everyone in the film crew has worked with dedication. A huge amount of investment has been made for this film. Its quality is evident in the teaser itself.

"I sincerely wish the film 'Slumdog' a huge success. My appreciation to everyone who worked on this film and thank you all."

Actress Samyukta spoke..,

“Working with Puri Jagannath sir was a unique experience. He can direct a scene very simply and at the same time stylishly. Direction is an art. He handles it very naturally. He has the ability to complete the shoot on time and bring out the best performances from the artists.

It was a very happy experience to work with Vijay Sethupathi sir in this film. I am his fan, fans only see a character on screen. But I have witnessed the amazing journey of transforming from a supporting actress to an actor. Vijay Sethupathi sir portrays that transformation very beautifully. Working with him was an unforgettable experience for me. He is very kind and simple.

Speaking about composer Harshavardhan Rameshwar, all the songs he has composed are amazing. The songs I have heard so far have made a huge impact. I hope the fans will celebrate the entire album.

My heartfelt thanks to our producers Charmi Madam. They have not only invested money in this film; they have invested their time, emotions and full dedication. Charmi Madam in particular has been directly involved in every aspect of the film. She always cared about everyone being happy on the sets. Her hospitality and warm approach impressed everyone.

I would like to express my gratitude to JP sir and the entire production team. I am sure the fans will like this film a lot. I have just seen the teaser too. I am eager to watch the entire film.

"I have also seen firsthand that Puri Jagannath sir has a dedicated fan base. People would wait to take pictures with him after the shoot. I have seen fans celebrating his name. The brand value he has created as a director is a testament to his success. I am very excited to see the entire film on screen. Thank you all."

Director Puri Jagannath spoke...

“I am very happy to meet my Tamil media friends. ‘Slumdog Millionaire – 33 Temple Road’ is my first direct Tamil film. First of all, I would like to thank Vijay Sethupathi sir for giving me this opportunity.

As a director, it is a matter of great pride for me that a talented actor like Vijay Sethupathi has trusted me and joined me in this film. What impressed me the most about him is his simplicity. He has always been a very natural and simple person. Every day he comes to the set, he comes with enthusiasm like a new actor. You cannot see even a drop of arrogance in his performance. Those qualities attracted me a lot. In this film, the audience will see a different, powerful Vijay Sethupathi that they have never seen before.

I worked with Samyukta for the first time. He is very enthusiastic. The audience really likes the character he has played in this film. Similarly, VTV Ganesh sir always keeps the set lively. Wherever he is, everyone has a smile on their face. He is a very positive person.

Duniya Vijay, a leading star of the Kannada film industry, plays an important villain in this film. His contribution is a huge strength to the film. Similarly, Zarina Wahab plays an important role as Amma. I had tears in my eyes when I saw her performance in some scenes.

All the actors including Brahmaji and Rohan have done full justice to their characters. The credit for the casting of this film goes to Charmi Kaur. She has assembled a very good cast for this film.

My thanks to the producers JP Narayana Rao and Mahendra Rao. Although they are new to the film industry, they have worked with great dedication for this film. Also, the music composer Harshavardhan Rameshwar has given wonderful songs and background score. Not only the songs, but the background score too will amaze the audience.

The story of the film 'Slumdog' is based on two true incidents. We pass by many beggars in our daily lives. But we often do not know the lives, feelings and stories behind them. This film has become an emotional story focusing on the world of those people.

This is not just an action film; it is also a film with strong emotions. We have made this film especially for today's youth and family fans. I request everyone to come to the theater with their families and watch this film. Thank you.”

Actor Vijay Sethupathi spoke..,

“It is a pleasure to meet all the media friends who are here. Everyone in this film crew shared so beautifully about the film and their experiences. It was a great pleasure to hear that.

First of all, I have to tell you about Duniya Vijay sir. I was surprised when he played the villain in this film. I have been watching him for a long time. He is a huge star in Kannada. But when I saw him on the sets, he was a very disciplined and dedicated actor. He would listen to the director completely and prepare himself completely for the role. He is a great person and a wonderful actor. I am proud to have worked with him.

My thanks to VTV Ganesh sir. I had a different idea about him, but after working with him, I was able to understand his acting skills more closely. He is always interested in how to make a scene better. He is a wonderful artist who can entertain everyone on the set and on screen. There is always excitement wherever he is.

Thank you Samyukta. A very talented and intelligent actress. She has the ability to understand a character quickly and express it very naturally. The effort and dedication she has put into the film is commendable. The way she spoke on this stage today was also very beautiful.

Music composer Harshavardhan Rameshwar's music will be a huge strength for this film. I have only heard the teaser music so far. It was very good. I hope the full music of the film will impress the audience a lot.

“First of all, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Charmi madam. No matter how big the challenges were on the set, she handled it with great calmness and determination. Not only as a producer, she was very concerned about the entire film. She would only focus on what the director needed and how to complete it well. Her role in the quality of the film that you are going to see on screen today is immense. I respect her determination and dedication a lot.”

“Puri Jagannath sir is a legend. His cinematic journey and life experiences are very inspiring. He has been writing continuously for many years. As soon as he finishes one story, he starts thinking about the next one. He has shared many stories with me during the shooting of this film as well. Each story was unique and interesting.”

“The clarity he has in creating a scene and expressing it on screen is incredible. He has a great clarity about what he wants, what needs to be in a frame, and how much of it needs to be there. When you work with a director like that, you as an actor get a lot of confidence and a sense of security. He always gives you the confidence that ‘you are in safe hands.’”

The film has a very strong story. It has action, emotions, human relationships, everything. I believe that 'Slumdog' will be one of Puri Jagannath sir's best films. His commitment, faith and hard work are very evident in this film.”*

“I really enjoyed the experience of acting in this film. The trust and understanding that develops between the director and the actor was very beautiful in this film. I have great respect and love for Puri sir. Working with him was an unforgettable experience.”

"I am sure that the film 'Slumdog Millionaire' will appeal to audiences of all languages. I would like to express my gratitude to director Puri Jagannath sir, producers, technicians and all the actors who worked hard for this film," he said.

Samyuktha plays the female lead opposite Vijay Sethupathi, while actress Tabu and Kannada star Duniya Vijay play important roles. Brahmaji and VTV Ganesh also play important roles.

National Award-winning music composer Harshavardhan Rameshwar has composed the music for this film.

The film is produced by Puri Jagannath and Charmi Kaur under the banner of Puri Connects, in association with JB Motion Pictures.

The film “Slumdog Millionaire” is set to release pan-India in five languages ​​– Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi.