Under 18 is title of Aishwarya Rajesh and Vikranth’s next; Vetrimaaran’s associate Karthik Perumal Sami to direct
Under 18 is a social crime drama that inspired by real incidents and rooted in Tamil Nadu’s lesser-known crime backdrops.
Last Updated: 02.17 PM, Feb 19, 2026
A new film is in the making starring actors Aishwarya Rajesh and Vikranth in the lead roles. The Tamil project was announced on Thursday by the makers, and comes from the team of Madraskaaran, the 2025 Shane Nigam-starrer rural action drama. It is called Under 18.
What is Aishwarya Rajesh and Vikranth’s new film?
Actors Aishwarya Rajesh and Vikranth will be collaborating for the first time for an upcoming Tamil film. The film is directed by Karthik Perumal Sami, who previously worked as an associate director with acclaimed filmmaker Vetrimaaran. The title look was officially unveiled by Vetrimaaran, marking the formal announcement of the project.
Billed to be rooted crime drama, the film’s narrative will delve into the brutal face of the criminal underworld and the emotional turmoil faced by a family affected by it, presenting the story as an intense emotional drama.
What else do we know about the film?
Besides Aishwarya Rajesh and Vikranth, Kishore also plays an important role in the film. Shooting for Under 18 is expected to commence soon, with major portions planned to be filmed across Hosur, Chengalpattu, and Chennai.
Director Karthik Perumal Sami is said to have conducted extensive on-ground research into lesser-known crime backdrops across Tamil Nadu, shaping the film with inspirations drawn from real-life incidents. The blend of social realism and family emotions is expected to strike a strong chord with audiences.
Where to stream Vikranth’s LBW?
Meanwhile, Vikranth is seen in Love Beyond Wicket (LBW), a cricket-based drama which is ongoing and currently past 30 episodes. The show is available for streaming on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium. The show features a young cast, including Sindhu Shyam, Niyathi, Harish, Ayaz Khan, Akshatha, Naveen, Nikhil Nair, and Viswa Mithran, among others. It is written by Aruna Rakhee and directed by Ganesh Karthikeyan. It revolves around a promising cricketer who is unsuccessful and turns into a coach. As he trains an underdog team from a struggling cricket academy, it is important that they win to revive their lost legacy.
Aishwarya Rajesh FAQs
Q. Which is the new movie of Aishwarya Rajesh in Ott?
A. Aishwarya Rajesh's new film Theeyavar Kulai Nadunga is streaming on Sun NXT via OTTplay Premium.
Q. Is Aishwarya Rajesh the daughter of actor Rajesh?
A. Yes, Aishwarya Rajesh is the daughter of actor Rajesh who is no more.
Q. Who is the husband of Aishwarya Rajesh?
A. Aishwarya Rajesh is not married.