Vijay Sethupathi to make history as first Indian presenter at International Emmy Awards 2026
New Delhi: Tamil actor is set to represent India on the global stage as a presenter at the 54th International Emmy Awards. The event will take place in New York on November 23, 2026.
With this, Vijay is expected to become the first Indian actor to present an award at the prestigious ceremony. His appearance is another proud moment for Indian entertainment, as the actor continues to gain recognition for his work across different film industries.
Vijay Sethupathi to present award at International Emmys
The International Emmy Awards celebrate television programmes and artists from across the world. Vijay Sethupathi will be among the presenters at this year’s ceremony. His selection has brought attention to the growing reach of Indian actors and films on the international stage.
Before Vijay, comedian Vir Das hosted the in 2024. He had won the award in 2023 for his comedy special Vir Das: Landing. His win and hosting appearance also brought Indian talent into the spotlight at the global event.
Vijay Sethupathi’s upcoming films and projects
On the work front, Vijay Sethupathi was last seen in Baththa. The film is set in Madras in 1986 and features him as a feared gangster. His character’s life takes an unexpected turn when an eight-year-old boy accidentally locks him inside an empty school toilet.
As the gangster and the young boy spend time together, they develop a special bond. The child slowly brings out a different side of the gangster and changes the way he looks at life. Vijay will next appear in filmmaker Mani Ratnam’s romantic drama Inji Vellam, which also stars Sai Pallavi.
Vijay Sethupathi’s Maharaja eyes Hollywood remake
Another major development in Vijay’s career is the reported Hollywood remake of his 2024 Tamil film Maharaja. The thriller received a strong response from audiences, including viewers in China. Following its success, a Hollywood agency approached the makers to acquire the remake rights.
Producer Sudhan Sundaram confirmed the development in an interview with The Times of India. He said the agency was now working to put the project together with a leading Hollywood actor.
“Following the success of the film in China, where the film did very well both at the box office (Rs 91.65 crore, according to Sacnilk and on OTT, we were approached by a Hollywood agency for the remake rights. They are now trying to set up the project with an A list star. The film is likely to go on floors by next year,” Sudhan told The Times of India.
There has also been talk on social media about Hollywood actor Matthew McConaughey possibly joining the project. Speaking about these reports, Sudhan said, “Maybe McConaughey is one of the stars they are talking to, but only the agency will be able to confirm.”
The makers have not yet announced the final cast or production studio. The project is still in its early stages, and more details are expected once the plans are finalised.
Written By Uditi Sharma!