Popular Tamil actor Sivakarthikeyan recently graced a significant film industry event as chief guest, where he shared a heartfelt and humorous story about his early career struggles and the unexpected advice he received from producer K.S. Sinish.
From Television to Stardom: Sivakarthikeyan's Journey
The event marked the grand launch of a prominent production house's fifth and sixth productions titled 'Superhero' and 'Ninja'. During his speech, Sivakarthikeyan took a nostalgic trip down memory lane, recalling his close relationship with producer K.S. Sinish that began during his television days.
"I was working in television when I visited Sinish's office," the actor revealed with a smile. "He looked at me and directly asked, 'What are you going to do in the movies?' At that time, I was assisting in the film 'Vettai Mannan' while also acting in small comedy roles."
Sivakarthikeyan confessed that becoming a hero wasn't a major goal in his mind during those early days, but when put on the spot, he declared his ambition to become a hero anyway.
The Unforgettable Advice That Shaped His Career
What followed was a conversation that would remain etched in Sivakarthikeyan's memory forever. Sinish responded with surprising bluntness, asking "Why do you have this unnecessary dream?" and pointed out that the young actor excelled at comedy.
The producer's honest assessment didn't stop there. "He told me that even dancer Sathis looked more like a hero than me!" Sivakarthikeyan shared, sending the audience into fits of laughter. The actor admitted that he didn't accept his friend's opinion at the time and countered by asking what kind of person couldn't become a hero.
How The Tables Turned After Success
The most touching part of the story came when Sivakarthikeyan revealed how the old conversation resurfaced after he achieved stardom. Years later, after Sivakarthikeyan had established himself as a successful hero, Sinish called him with an unexpected question.
"He asked me if I was angry about what he said that day," the actor recounted. "I was busy with work and couldn't talk much, but he said he thought I was still holding onto those words." This exchange highlighted the enduring nature of their affectionate friendship despite the candid advice from earlier years.
New Projects and Anticipated Releases
The production house behind the event has an impressive track record, having delivered superhit films like 'Parking' and 'Dikkilona'. Their new ventures include 'Superhero' starring Arjun Das and Sandy, and 'Ninja' featuring Bhaarath and Prarthana Nathan.
Meanwhile, Sivakarthikeyan continues his successful streak following the blockbuster 'Madharasi'. The actor is currently awaiting the release of his next project, 'Parasakthi' directed by Sudha Kongara. The film has generated massive anticipation among fans and is scheduled to hit theaters on January 14th, marking another significant step in the actor's evolving career.
