When Rajkumar Periasamy broke down after hearing Vijay's final film

NewsentertainmenttamilmoviesSai Pallavi reveals how 'O.M' director Rajkumar Periasamy broke down after hearing Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' announcement, says, 'He started crying' Sai Pallavi reveals how 'O.M' director Rajkumar Periasamy broke down after hearing Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' announcement, says, 'He started crying' TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Updated: Nov 15, 2026, 13:09 IST Actor Vijay’s choice of leaving cinema to make way for his political life has been emotional for many of his fans.

The declaration of 'Jana Nayagan' as his last movie has brought a mixed response in the film industry. While many famous personalities have been unhappy with his decision, a fresh revelation by actor Sai Pallavi gives us a hint about how much Rajkumar Periasamy, who happens to be Vijay's biggest fan, was hurt.Sai Pallavi reveals Rajkumar Periasamy's emotional reaction to Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' In a recent interview with Behindwoods TV, Sai Pallavi revealed about the emotional experience she had during the shooting of 'O.M', her upcoming film.

She shared that the director became emotional after watching the promotional announcement of Vijay's final film, which carried the tagline 'One Last Dance'. Calling Rajkumar a huge Vijay fan, Sai said, "Do you know who is a big fan of Vijay sir is?

It is Rajkumar Periasamy, sir. We were on the sets when the announcement about 'Thalapathy 69' came out, saying that it would be his last film. I am usually a very emotional person, so even I felt sad after seeing it.

Rajkumar sir was sitting nearby, and he started crying while watching the announcement. I had never seen him in such a state before."Join conversation Ramayana’s New Sai Pallavi Update Has Fans Asking If Bollywood Is Playing Too Safe Rajkumar Periasamy's admiration for Vijay goes beyond cinema Rajkumar Periasamy's admiration for Vijay goes beyond his films.

After Vijay became the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, the director congratulated him on social media. He called Thalapathy Vijay's achievement a historic moment and wished him success in his new role. He also shared a photograph of himself embracing Vijay and expressed his happiness over the actor's political success.Sai Pallavi and Rajkumar Periasamy reunite for 'O.M' Meanwhile, Sai Pallavi and Rajkumar Periasamy are gearing up for the release of their upcoming film 'O.M: Operation Mole'.

The film also stars Dhanush, Mammootty, Sreeleela and Naseeruddin Shah in important roles. Sai Pallavi reportedly plays a police officer investigating a red sandalwood smuggling case. The film is scheduled to release in theatres on November 20.Poll How do you feel about Vijay leaving cinema for his political career?

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