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Tamil actor Vijay Sethupathi is set to make history at the 54th International Emmy Awards in New York, where he will become the first Indian actor to present an award at the prestigious international television ceremony, according to a report by The Hollywood Reporter India.
Sethupathi will be among the presenters at the event, scheduled for November 23, 2026. His participation marks a significant moment for Indian talent at an international entertainment platform that celebrates television productions from across the world.
The development also highlights the growing presence of Indian artists at major global entertainment events. Producer Kavita Gupta, who is a board member of the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences, is said to have played an important role in facilitating Sethupathi's participation.
The International Emmy Awards are presented by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and recognize excellence in television programming produced outside the United States. The annual ceremony brings together television professionals, performers, producers and industry representatives from different countries.
The 54th edition will take place in New York on November 23, with Sethupathi's appearance expected to add an Indian presence to the international event.
While Indian films and performers have increasingly attracted international attention, Sethupathi's reported appointment as an award presenter is a distinct milestone. His presence at the ceremony will put the spotlight on an actor whose career has spanned Tamil cinema and projects in other Indian film industries.
Vijay Sethupathi's upcoming films
The international recognition comes at a busy stage in Sethupathi's career, with several projects lined up.
The actor was recently seen in Baththa, directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan. The film explores the moral redemption of a gangster.
He will next appear in Mani Ratnam's Inji Vellam, alongside Sai Pallavi. Sethupathi is also set to star in filmmaker Thiagarajan Kumararaja's Pocket Novel, which features Raj B Shetty and Malavika Mohanan.
Both projects add to an already varied filmography in which Sethupathi has taken on roles across different genres and character types.
Maharaja sequel and Hollywood remake
Sethupathi has also recently shared an update about his 2024 action drama Maharaja. The actor confirmed that the film is being developed for a Hollywood remake, bringing another international dimension to the project's journey.
He also revealed that a sequel is in development. Director Nithilan Saminathan has reportedly narrated the story to Sethupathi, although further details about the project have not been announced in the report.
The actor's upcoming international appearance, alongside news of the Maharaja remake and sequel, comes as he continues to expand his presence across the entertainment industry.
His scheduled appearance at the International Emmy Awards will be particularly notable for Indian audiences, as he is reported to be the first Indian actor to take on a presenting role at the ceremony.
