Legendary lyrics Vairamuthu narrates a heart-warming incident that happened during the making of his evergreen movie ’16 Vayathinile,’ with RajinikanthBharathiraj, Srideviand: K. Bhagyaraj. His emotional message on social media went down well with cinema lovers, especially as the Tamil film industry continues to remember the many contributions of Bharathiraja and Bhagyaraj. The incident offers a unique glimpse into the dedication and passion that went into making one of Tamil cinema’s most popular films and the people behind it.
Vairamuthu revealed an emotional incident from the shoot
Vairamuthu recalls a particular scene where Sridevi’s character had to spit on Rajinikanth’s character after an argument where Parattai beat up Chappani. At first, the team tried to use soap foam to create the effect, but the results were not convincing. At that point, Rajinikanth reportedly walked out and said, “Please play me for real.” However, Sridevi immediately refused, saying, “No, I can’t do that,” and walked away. Rajinikanth then turned to the director Bharathiraja and told him, “The scene must look real. You made it.” Although Bharathiraja was hesitant at first, he eventually agreed and spat on Rajinikanth’s face to make the scene look as realistic as possible. The shot finally turned out exactly as the director envisioned.
Bharathiraja could not hold back his tears
The moment didn’t end when the camera cut. Vairamuthu recalls that Bharathiraja was overwhelmed by Rajinikanth’s total commitment to the sequence. The director was overcome with emotion, hugged the actor, wiped his face with a handkerchief, and cried. Vairamuthu said the scene is an emotional depiction of the relationship between an actor and a director who is dedicated to making memorable films. He summed up Rajinikanth’s approach in one powerful line. “Acting is not just acting, but it is a dedication. The post was heard by many fans who applauded the Superstar for going the extra mile to ensure authenticity.
Bhagyaraj witnessed the moment that became history
Vairamuthu also said that K. Bhagyaraj, who was working as Bharathiraja’s assistant director at the time, had a close eye on the entire incident. This incident was documented while writing the introduction to Bhagyaraj’s autobiography and is a treasured memory from the golden era of Tamil cinema, said the lyricist. The post was widely shared by fans, who hailed it as a beautiful reminder of the work that made ’16 Vayathinile’ a timeless classic. The story acquires more emotional value as it celebrates the legacy of Bharathiraja and Bhagyaraj, whose contributions continue to inspire generations of filmmakers and film enthusiasts.