Suriya’s Scene Was Almost a Fahadh Faasil Film, and the Story Behind the Switch Is Fascinating

What if Suriya’s next big Diwali release had starred someone else entirely? According to its director, that was nearly the case. The Big Reveal Jithu Madhavan, the director of Aavesham,…

By Reetam Bodhak

October 28, 2026

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What if Suriya’s next big Diwali release had starred someone else entirely? According to its director, that was nearly the case.

The Big Reveal

Jithu Madhavan, the director of Aavesham, told Galatta Plus that Scene began as a Malayalam idea with Fahadh Faasil and his wife Nazriya Nazim as the lead pair. That would have marked their reunion on screen. He discussed the story with Fahadh, who liked it, and early talks were underway. Then Jithu decided he was really writing the story for Suriya. He narrated it to the actor, who liked it too, and the project moved in a new direction.

Suriya’s Scene Overview

Detail	Info
Lead actor	Suriya
Co-stars	Nazriya Nazim, Naslen
Also featuring	Anandraj, Lal, Raj Priyan
Director	Jithu Madhavan
Genre	Action comedy
Release date	November 6, 2026 (Diwali)
Music	Sushin Shyam (per Pinkvilla’s song coverage)

Why Naslen?

Jithu says he wanted a fresh face for the antagonist. The character has to look innocent even while doing disturbing things, and that led him to the Premalu star Naslen. It’s a casting choice that promises some unsettling charm.

Why the Lyric Videos Look Animated

There’s another smart detail here. The film’s lyrical videos rely mostly on animation so they don’t spoil key plot points. Jithu says only about 30% of the film’s visuals could be shown without giving away big surprises. That suggests plenty of twists are being saved for the theatre.

What’s the Story?

Scene follows a former officer who must track down an old identity. With no team to help, he builds his own from a group of unconventional people. Working with them proves tricky, especially because a rival team is far more organised. The film promises investigation, banter between the members and plenty of humour along the way. Read more about the lead on Suriya’s Wikipedia page, and see our latest entertainment updates for more South cinema buzz.

Why It’s a Diwali Contender?

A Suriya film with a Malayalam-rooted director behind Aavesham is already an interesting mix. Add a comic investigation plot and a menacing yet charming villain, and Scene looks set to be a strong festive pick. It’s also one of the most anticipated Tamil releases of Diwali 2026.