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Rajinikanth's Emotional Tribute to AVM Saravanan
6 Jan
Summary
- Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan attended AVM Saravanan's portrait unveiling.
- Rajini recalled his first meeting with Saravanan in 1975.
- The legendary producer's office was noted for its neatness and positivity.
Veteran Tamil film producer AVM Saravanan, who passed away on December 4, 2025, was honored with a portrait unveiling at his school in Virugambakkam on January 4, 2026. The event saw the presence of prominent actors Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan.
Rajinikanth, visibly moved, shared his long-standing connection with Saravanan. He recalled his initial encounter in 1975 and their subsequent work on films like 'Murattu Kaalai' (1980). The actor described Saravanan's office as exceptionally clean and filled with positivity, a rarity among influential personalities he had met.
Detailing their collaboration, Rajinikanth mentioned working on 11 films with Saravanan, emphasizing the producer's profound cinematic insight. He noted Saravanan's hands-on approach, actively participating in screenplay analysis, music, editing, and providing crucial input directly from his office. Rajinikanth expressed deep sorrow, stating that losing such respected figures leaves one feeling orphaned.
