Santhanam reveals Superstar Rajinikanth's reaction to his 'Comedy Superstar' title; thanks Silambarasan

At the pre-release event of 'DD Next Level', actor Santhanam had the audience in splits as he shared a humorous anecdote involving Superstar Rajinikanth. Recalling a moment from the past, Santhanam said that during the filming of 'Settai', actor Arya jokingly gave him the title “Comedy Superstar.” At that time, Santhanam was simultaneously shooting for Rajinikanth’s film 'Lingaa'.
Rajinikanth’s witty comeback leaves Santhanam speechless
Santhanam recalled that Rajinikanth came to know about this title and playfully questioned him, “Are you the Comedy Superstar?” Taken aback, Santhanam replied modestly, “Sir, they gave it without informing me.” Rajini, in his trademark witty style, asked, “Would they use such a title without your approval?” The crowd erupted in laughter as Santhanam said Arya had mischievously put him in a tricky spot with the playful label. This light-hearted moment became the highlight of the 'DD Next Level' audio launch and quickly began trending on social media. Santhanam’s candid storytelling and self-deprecating humor struck a chord with fans, while his interaction with Rajinikanth further showcased the mutual respect and camaraderie among stars in the Tamil film industry.
Santhanam emotionally credits Silambarasan for his rise in cinema
Santhanam then passionately expressed his deep admiration and gratitude for Silambarasan TR (Simbu), stating, "Without Silambarasan TR, I'm nothing in cinema." Santhanam acknowledged Simbu's pivotal role in shaping his career and goes on to say he would do anything for him. His emotional words and heartfelt tone highlight the strong bond between the two, leaving the audience visibly moved and earning loud applause. The clip has since gone viral, with fans praising Santhanam's loyalty and humility. It is worth mentioning that Santhanam is playing a supporting role after a decade in Silambarasan's next helmed by Ramkumar Balakrishnan, which has been tentatively titled 'STR 49'.
‘DD Next Level’ gears up for release as Santhanam returns to comedy
'DD Next Level', starring Santhanam, is slated for a grand release on May 16. The promotional activities for the film are in full swing, and the event served as a perfect platform to generate buzz. With Santhanam returning to his comedy roots, expectations are high for the film to deliver solid entertainment for fans.