Amitabh Bachchan pens sweet note for “down to earth friend” Rajinikanth: “Honoured and privileged to be with the Thala” : Bollywood News

Readers may recall that Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth recently reunited on the sets of the upcoming film Vettaiyan. Directed by T.J. Gnanavel, it 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.

Amitabh Bachchan pens sweet note for “down to earth friend” Rajinikanth: “Honoured and privileged to be with the Thala”

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.

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

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Coming back to Vettaiyan, it 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 Amitabh and Rajinikanth.

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