Karthi Faces Fears to Honor MGR in 'Vaa Vaathiyar'

Actor Karthi almost declined his role in 'Vaa Vaathiyar' due to fears of impersonating the legendary M.G. Ramachandran. Despite initial hesitations, he embraced the role, driven by the challenge and director Nalan Kumarasamy's influence. The film, inspired by MGR's legacy, releases on December 12.

Actor Karthi revealed he nearly turned down his role in 'Vaa Vaathiyar' because of the daunting prospect of impersonating the iconic M.G. Ramachandran (MGR). His initial fear stemmed from concerns of living up to MGR's legendary status and the possibility of alienating MGR's ardent fans.

Despite the apprehensions, Karthi accepted the role, spurred on by a desire for personal growth and the opportunity to work with director Nalan Kumarasamy. His decision marks the start of a deeper understanding of MGR, an era-defining figure who held immense sway in both cinema and politics.

Scheduled for release on December 12, the film depicts a unique parallel world centered around an MGR-obsessed character, reflecting the challenges of living up to the idealized image of MGR. Karthi's determination, coupled with rigorous preparation, aims to authentically portray the spirit of MGR on screen.

(With inputs from agencies.)