Actor Vijay Sethupathi is all set to host the eighth season of the popular reality show Bigg Boss Tamil. The makers confirmed this on September 4 by releasing a promo of the series, in which the actor can be seen getting ready for the show.

Sethupathi will replace megastar Kamal Haasan, who previously hosted seven seasons of Bigg Boss Tamil.

Watch the promo of Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8 with Vijay Sethupathi here:

Excited fans poured in positive reactions in the comment box, with one user writing, “Finally someone with a good dressing sense.” Another fan commented, “Vijay Sethupathi respect button.” A third person wrote, “Very happy,” while several others posted heart and fire emojis.

Kamal Haasan could not host the show due to prior commitments.

Vijay Sethupathi previously hosted MasterChef Tamil, which streamed on Sony Liv.

Bigg Boss Tamil Season 8 will be available to stream on Disney Plus Hotstar. Its grand premiere date is yet to be announced.