Did you know Bigg Boss Tamil host Vijay Sethupathi and Sanjiv Venkat once shared screen space in the serial 'Penn'?

Before taking over the silver screen and charming fans as the host of Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8 and 9, Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi had his roots in television, an interesting chapter of his early career that many fans may not know about.

Long before his breakthrough in Tamil cinema, Vijay Sethupathi acted in the popular Tamil serial Penn, where he played the role of Bharani. The show also featured Keladi Jodi anchor Sanjiv Venkat, a well-known TV actor, who portrayed the character Solaiyappan. The serial, which aired in the early 2000s, revolved around women-centric themes and boasted a strong ensemble cast.

The duo’s on-screen collaboration in Penn is now resurfacing as a fun trivia for fans, especially with both actors enjoying renewed attention, Sanjiv Venkat as a beloved television face, and Vijay Sethupathi now a national award-winning actor and the charismatic face of Bigg Boss Tamil.

Their shared history adds an unexpected nostalgic layer to the current television landscape. It's a reminder of how far Vijay Sethupathi has come, from playing a supporting role in a TV serial to becoming one of the most versatile actors in Indian cinema.