Director Era Saravanan says ‘Mandadi’ success has not changed Soori

NewsentertainmenttamilmoviesSoori visits Era Saravanan with a wedding invitation, director says ‘Mandadi’ success has not changed the actor’s kind nature Soori visits Era Saravanan with a wedding invitation, director says ‘Mandadi’ success has not changed the actor’s kind nature TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Oct 26, 2026, 20:06 IST Actor Soori has earned praise for his journey from comedy roles to leading parts in Tamil cinema.

Beyond his screen performances, the actor is also known for maintaining close relationships with people around him. Director Era Saravanan has shared how Soori personally visited him to invite him to a family wedding. The filmmaker was touched by the actor’s thoughtful gesture and said that his growing success has not changed his warm and caring nature.Era Saravanan shares Soori’s personal visit with a wedding invitation In a social media post, Era Saravanan revealed that Soori called him one afternoon to inform him about a family function.

When the director offered to attend without requiring a personal invitation, Soori insisted on following the usual custom. “I told him, ‘Anna, I am one of your family members. You must have so many people to invite, and you may not have enough time.

If you want to invite me, just send the invitation on WhatsApp. Please do not take the trouble of coming in person,” Saravanan recalled. However, Soori had already reached his office with the invitation card and asked him to open the door.Soori waits for Era Saravanan’s wife and invites his mother too Era Saravanan said the invitation was for the wedding of Soori’s brother’s daughter.

The actor waited until the director’s wife, Kala, arrived before handing over the invitation. He also called Saravanan’s mother, who lives in their native village, enquired about her well-being and invited her to the wedding.

Recalling the moment, the director said Soori spent more than an hour talking to them with the same affection he had always shown. Saravanan eventually had to accompany him to his car, reminding him that he still had many invitations to deliver.Era Saravanan says 'Mandadi' success has not changed Soori Before leaving, Soori told Era Saravanan that he was the first person in Chennai to receive the wedding invitation and that he would visit others afterwards.

The gesture moved the director, who said, “I hugged him right there. Even the huge success of 'Mandadi' has not changed my brother even a little.” His account highlights the personal side of Soori, whose career has grown significantly in recent years.It is worth noting that Soori and Era Saravanan also share a professional association.

The actor played a supporting role in the director’s 2021 film 'Udanpirappe,' which starred Jyothika and Sasikumar in the lead roles. Soori’s latest gesture reflects the bond they have maintained over the years.Soori made his mark as a comedian before taking on lead roles in films such as 'Viduthalai,' 'Garudan,' 'Kottukkaali,' and 'Maaman.' Following the success of Mandadi, he is also set to work with director Ravikumar on a film.

For Era Saravanan, however, the actor’s biggest quality remains the affection he continues to show his friends and their families. Get the latest Bollywood & Entertainment News, and more. Download the TOI app. Give your child the gift of confidence!

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