Suriya to collaborate with ‘Mandaadi’ director Pugazhendhi Mathimaran for coastal-themed film

According to reports circulating in film industry circles, the film is likely to be titled Padagotti, meaning 'Boatman'. The proposed title is particularly interesting as it shares its name with the 1964 Tamil film Padagotti, starring the legendary M.G. Ramachandran (MGR).

The reported choice of title has generated curiosity, given the original film's association with the lives of fishing communities and its coastal backdrop. However, it is not yet clear whether the upcoming project will have any narrative connection with the MGR-starrer or simply draw inspiration from its title.

The film is reportedly being produced by Kalaipuli S. Thanu under his V Creations banner. If confirmed, the project will bring together Suriya and a filmmaker whose recent work has explored themes rooted in specific communities and their lived experiences.

While details regarding the remaining cast, technical crew, production schedule and release plans are awaited, the reported coastal setting and the possibility of revisiting the title Padagotti have already sparked interest among Tamil cinema audiences.

The project and its title have not yet been officially confirmed by the makers.