‘Meet your co-star Rajinikanth’: How S Shankar surprised Shriya Saran at Sivaji launch

Shriya Saran recently shared an intriguing story about her unexpected introduction to one of India's biggest stars, Rajinikanth. The actress revealed that she was initially unaware of who her co-star would be when she was approached for the film Sivaji: The Boss. It wasn't until she arrived in Chennai for the film's announcement that she realized she would be sharing the screen with Rajinikanth.

Initially nervous about meeting the superstar, Shriya expressed her desire to meet him before rehearsals. However, the film's director, S Shankar, surprised her by introducing her to Rajinikanth during a rehearsal. Shriya recalled that she was immediately relieved and grateful for this chance encounter. The actress noted that Rajinikanth's approachable demeanor helped ease her nerves, and he made her feel comfortable throughout the filming process.

Shriya highlighted Rajinikanth's humility, down-to-earth nature, and exceptional sense of humor, which he used to maintain a relaxed atmosphere on set. This transformative encounter with the legendary actor proved to be a pivotal moment in Shriya Saran's career, leading to a successful filmography in various languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Hindi, Malayalam, and international cinema.