Actor-director R. Parthiban has moved to clear the air after his recent interview about a poignant message he received after the death of his mentor, filmmaker K. Bhagyaraj, sparked widespread speculation online. His emotional revelation led many on social media to speculate on the identity of the person behind the message, with some even naming senior personalities of the film. However, Parthiban has now appealed to fans not to make assumptions and made it clear that he does not want anyone to be blamed without evidence.
Parthiban continues with positivity
In a post shared by X, Parthiban responded to the growing rumors and clarified that he never intended to reveal or reveal the identity of the sender. He wrote that he was only talking about the pain caused by “an inhuman individual spreading venom,” but never mentioned any names. Addressing the online speculation, he said, “Please don’t think it’s one person and target them.He added, “I hope the poison he spread in my memories will also disappear,” making it clear that he wanted to move on from the bad episode rather than keep the controversy alive.
The director announced a special honor for his teacher
Parthiban also chose to shift the focus back to his late mentor by sharing a positive update. He revealed that he has submitted a proposal to the South Indian Film Writers’ Association requesting that K. Bhagyaraj be named the permanent Honorary President of the organization. According to Parthiban, the proposal received unanimous approval from the members. He also announced that the association’s next building will be named after the filmmaker. He said it was a fitting tribute to the filmmaker’s outstanding contribution to Tamil cinema. Fans appreciated the gesture, and some praised Parthiban for celebrating his mentor’s legacy.
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K. Bhagyaraj passed away on June 27 due to a cardiac arrest, leaving behind an incredible legacy spanning over five decades. The veteran filmmaker, writer and actor has created many memorable classics that continue to be celebrated by audiences. Debuting under the mentorship of Bhagyaraj, Parthiban has always credited his mentor for shaping his journey in cinema. Now the debate around the viral message continues, but Parthiban’s recent explanation has shifted the focus to credit Bhagyaraj’s good work rather than speculation.