The big moment for Tamil cinema"™s next-gen filmmaker is getting closer. Jason Sanjay, son of superstar Vijay, is gearing up to unveil the first look of his debut directorial "” starring Sundeep Kishan in the lead. The project, produced by Lyca Productions, is currently referred to by its working title, JS 01, with the final title expected to be revealed soon.

The first look poster is scheduled to drop this month, setting the stage for a planned theatrical release in March next year. In a creative choice that"™s already drawing curiosity, the makers have opted for an English title, signalling a contemporary flavour and a possibly broader audience intent.

Interestingly, before Sundeep Kishan came onboard, Jason had reportedly narrated the script to Dulquer Salmaan "” giving a glimpse of the film"™s ambition and reach. Ultimately, Sundeep leads the project, marking a fresh pairing between an emerging filmmaker and a performer known for switching gears across languages and genres.

While plot and genre specifics are still under wraps, industry talk suggests the film may lean into a tone and style that"™s "œdifferent from usual Tamil cinema," positioning it as a distinctive launchpad for Jason"™s filmmaking career. Production footage and on-set glimpses released earlier have already sparked interest, adding to the curiosity around what the young filmmaker is aiming to bring to the table.

As the official reveal cycle begins "” starting with the first look "” JS 01 is shaping into one of next year"™s closely-watched Tamil debuts, not for its legacy connections alone, but for the fresh voices and choices surrounding it.