Some film sets come with legends attached — and walking onto the set of Sivaji: The Boss as a newcomer meant Shriya Saran was about to have one of those moments. In a recent exclusive chat, the actress opened up about meeting Rajinikanth for the very first time, and honestly, her nervous excitement is instantly relatable.
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Before shooting even began, Shriya admitted she’d asked director Shankar to introduce her to Rajinikanth ahead of rehearsals, worried she’d freeze up meeting him cold. The film’s announcement itself was shrouded in secrecy — she didn’t even know who her co-stars were until she landed in Chennai for the muhurat ceremony and spotted heavyweights like AR Rahman walking in.
Shriya Saran On Meeting Rajinikanth
| Detail | Insight |
|---|---|
| Film | Sivaji: The Boss |
| Director | Shankar |
| First Reaction | Nervous, starstruck, unaware of full cast |
| Rajinikanth’s Nature | Warm, humble, treats everyone equally on set |
| Key Memory | His humble film-school days story during song shoot |
What stood out most wasn’t the glamour — it was Rajinikanth’s grounded nature. Shriya recalled how he treated a light technician with the same warmth as a co-star, and shared a personal story about struggling financially during his early film-school days, back when he’d skip meals just to watch movies. That humility, she said, left a lasting impression on her.
For more on the actor’s decades-spanning legacy, the official Rajinikanth Wikipedia page offers verified career details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who directed “Sivaji: The Boss”?
A: The film was directed by Shankar, starring Rajinikanth in the lead role.
Q: Was Shriya Saran nervous before meeting Rajinikanth?
A: Yes, she admitted feeling starstruck and asked for an introduction before rehearsals began.
