<span class=normal>Animatronics <BR><BR><br><p class=clear>&nbsp;</p>Animatronics is mostly used in filmmaking and other avenues of entertainment. It is basically electronic puppetry that simulates real life in front of a camera. This technology is used in a large number of films in the west. Srinivas insisted in using this unique innovation for Robot based on the visual effects break down that was made for the film. <BR><BR><br><p class=clear>&nbsp;</p>He approached Legacy Effects formerly known as Stan Winston Studios in LA, to assist in the making of the film. The American studio worked in movies like Terminator: Salvation, Avatar, Alice In Wonderland etc. Srinivas points out that they utilized electronic puppetry in place of the actor for its realism. The scene where Rajinikanth places the eye on the robot was all executed by Legacy Effects. They also assisted in special make up that was required for Rajinikanth. <BR><BR><br><p class=clear>&nbsp;</p>(Stay tuned for part two of Rajinikanth Amalgamation into Chitti) </span>