legendary lyricist Varamutu recounts a touching incident that occurred during the making of his evergreen film 16 Vayathinile Rajinikanth,Bharatiraj, Srideviand K.Bajraj. His emotional message on social media has struck a chord with movie lovers, especially as the Tamil film industry continues to remember the immense contributions of Bharathiraja and Bhagyaraj. The incident gave us a glimpse into the making of one of the most celebrated films in the Tamil cinema industry and the dedication and passion of the people behind it.
Vairamuthu reveals the emotional events of the shoot
Vairamuthu recalled one particular scene in which Sridevi’s character had to spit on Rajinikanth’s character after Pratey beat up Chappani. Initially, the team tried using soap foam to create the effect, but the results didn’t look convincing. According to reports, Rajinikanth walked up to him and said, “Please actually spit on me.” However, Sridevi immediately refused and said, “No, I can’t do that,” and walked away. Rajinikanth later turned director Bharathiraja And told him, “This scene should look real. You do it.” Although Bharathiraja was hesitant at first, he eventually agreed and spat in Rajinikanth’s face to make the scene look as real as possible. The final shooting result was completely in line with the director’s vision.
Bharathiraja couldn’t hold back tears
The moment doesn’t end with the camera cut. Vairamuthu recalls that Bharathiraja was overwhelmed by Rajinikanth’s total devotion to the series. The director was so excited that he hugged the actor, wiped his face with a handkerchief, and burst into tears. Vairamuthu said the scene was an emotional portrayal of the relationship between an actor and a director who strives to make a memorable film. He summed up Rajinikanth’s approach in a powerful statement: “Acting is not just about acting, it is about giving. The post resonated with many fans, who praised 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 the assistant director of Bharathiraja at the time, had close knowledge of the entire incident. The lyricist said the incident, which was recorded while writing the preface to Bhagyaraj’s autobiography, is a precious memory of the golden era of Tamil cinema. The post was widely shared by fans, who hailed it as a beautiful reminder of the work that went into making “16 Vayathinile” a timeless classic. The story acquires more sentimental value as it celebrates the legacy of Bharathiraja and Bhagyaraj, whose contributions continue to inspire generations of filmmakers and film lovers.
