Vijay Sethupathi’s ‘Ace’ Gears Up for a Thrilling Summer Release on May 23

With a gripping new poster and rising fan buzz, ‘Ace’ promises to be an action-packed ride under the direction of Arumugakumar, marking Sethupathi’s return to Tamil cinema.

Vijay Sethupathi’s highly anticipated action flick Ace has locked in its release date—May 23, 2025—and fans couldn’t be more thrilled. The announcement was paired with a striking new poster that quickly went viral, featuring Sethupathi in a gritty, gun-slinging avatar with playing cards whirling in the background. The imagery has fueled speculation about the film’s concept and genre, hinting at a high-stakes narrative filled with style and suspense.

This is Sethupathi’s first major Tamil release following the success of Maharaja, and fans have been eagerly awaiting an update. With no other big Tamil projects from the actor lined up before May, Ace is shaping up to be a significant release for both the star and his supporters. The teaser caption, “BrACE yourself—the ultimate action spectacle is here,” has only heightened anticipation, as online fan communities buzz with excitement.

BrACE yourself - The ultimate action spectacle is here #ACE hits theatres on May 23 - Prepare for the Ride of 2025! #ACEFromMay23@rukminitweets @7CsPvtPte @Aaru_Dir @iYogiBabu @justin_tunes @samcsmusic @shreyaghosal @KapilKapilan_#KaranBRawat @andrews_avinash @rajNKPK… pic.twitter.com/DZk4coWcMJ

— VijaySethupathi (@VijaySethuOffl) April 19, 2025

Directed by Arumugakumar, known for blending quirky themes with impactful storytelling, Ace also stars Rukmini Vasanth as the leading lady. Yogi Babu and Babloo Prithviraj round out the cast, adding depth and comic relief to the ensemble. Music for the film is by Justin Prabhakaran, whose emotionally charged scores are expected to bring another layer to this action-heavy tale.

Promotions for Ace are expected to kick off soon, and Vijay Sethupathi himself fueled the hype by sharing the release date and poster through his official social media platforms. Fans responded with nostalgic tributes to his past roles and have already begun speculating about the film’s storyline and character arcs.

With its intriguing visuals, star power, and promising crew, Ace is poised to become one of the summer’s biggest Tamil blockbusters.

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