Joju George reportedly roped In as villain for ‘Rowdy Janardhana’ after Vijay Sethupathi, SJ Suryah talks fail

According to industry sources, the filmmakers first approached acclaimed Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi to portray the villain. However, discussions reportedly did not progress after the actor quoted a remuneration of ₹20 crore. The production team subsequently explored the possibility of casting actor-director S.J. Suryah, who is said to have demanded ₹15 crore for the character.

With both options reportedly proving financially challenging, the makers are believed to have turned to Joju George, who has established himself as a versatile performer in Malayalam cinema. Sources suggest that the actor has now been selected for the role, although an official announcement from the production house is awaited.

Joju George has earned recognition for his performances in films such as Joseph, Nayattu and Iratta. His ability to portray intense and morally complex characters has made him a sought-after performer across South Indian cinema. His reported inclusion in Rowdy Janardhana could add another powerful dimension to the film's central conflict.

For Vijay Deverakonda, the project is expected to be another significant addition to his upcoming film lineup. The possibility of a confrontation between Deverakonda and Joju George has already generated interest among cinema enthusiasts.

However, the reported remuneration demands of Vijay Sethupathi and S.J. Suryah, as well as Joju George's finalisation, remain unconfirmed. The filmmakers have yet to publicly disclose the complete cast or details of the negotiations.