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Amitabh Bachchan shares happiness on working with Rajinikanth for 'Vettaiyan', says, 'he hasn’t changed at all'

Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth, both iconic figures in Indian cinema, recently reunited on the set of the upcoming film 'Vettaiyan,' directed by T.J. Gnanavel. Both the actors shared their excitement of working with each other again on their social media accounts.

May 04, 2024 / 12:38 IST
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Their collaboration is not new; they have shared the screen in past films like 'Andhaa Kanoon' (1983), 'Geraftaar' (1985), and their last film together was 'Hum,' released in 1991.
Their collaboration is not new; they have shared the screen in past films like 'Andhaa Kanoon' (1983), 'Geraftaar' (1985), and their last film together was 'Hum,' released in 1991.

Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth, two of India's most iconic film stars, recently reunited on the sets of the upcoming film 'Vettaiyan,' directed by T.J. Gnanavel. This movie is currently being shot in Mumbai. Both actors were seen in sleek, stylish suits, and pictures of their meeting showed them in deep conversation and also sharing warm hugs, clearly displaying their strong bond and mutual respect.

Rajinikanth, excited about working with Amitabh Bachchan again, shared his feelings on social media. He wrote, “After 33 years, I am working again with my mentor, the phenomenon, Shri Amitabh Bachchan in the upcoming Lyca’s ‘Thalaivar 170’ directed by T.J. Gnanavel. My heart is thumping with joy!” This statement reflects his joy and anticipation about their collaboration.

Amitabh Bachchan also shared his happiness and wrote, "Am honoured and privileged to be with Thala the Great Rajni again .. he hasn’t changed at all .. the same simple humble down to earth friend despite his stratospheric greatness !!!"

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The film 'Vettaiyan' also features other well-known actors like Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, Ritika Singh, Manju Warrier, and Dushara Vijayan in significant roles. The film promises to be a major event in Indian cinema, given the star power involved and the excitement around the reunion of Bachchan and Rajinikanth.

Their collaboration is not new; they have shared the screen in past films like 'Andhaa Kanoon' (1983), 'Geraftaar' (1985), and their last film together was 'Hum,' released in 1991. Fans have expressed their enthusiasm and nostalgia over seeing these two legends together again. One fan commented, “Instead of saying 2 legends, it sounds better like this. The 2 real Don of Indian cinema.” Another fan called them “Two living legends.”