Mumbai (Commonwealth Union)_ A recent Instagram post by Amitabh Bachchan garnered widespread attention as he shared a joyful moment alongside another legendary actor, Rajinikanth. The two veterans are poised to grace the silver screen together after a hiatus of 33 years in the forthcoming film Thalaivar 170, also titled Vettaiyan. Their previous collaborations include notable films such as Hum, Andhaa Kaanoon, and Geraftaar. The shared image depicts Big B and Rajinikanth engaged in a warm embrace. In his caption, Amitabh Bachchan expressed, “I am honoured and privileged to be with the Thala the Great Rajinikanth again…He hasn’t changed at all…The same simple humble down-to-earth friend despite his stratospheric greatness”.
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Amitabh Bachchan further shared additional snapshots with Rajinikanth on his Tumblr blog. Alongside the Instagram post, two more images were featured: one in black and white capturing the duo standing shoulder to shoulder, and another depicting them seated together at a table. The accompanying note elaborated, “Early again .. a short break at work .. and the drive as beautiful and calming as ever .. the Sea Link at 9:08 and Marine Drive 9:28 .. and straight on set on time .. the coastal, the Tunnel and there we are .. and as you drive you pass by the final constructs of the Coastal .. never believed earlier to happen but happening now .. with a speed that brings joy…But the greater joy in being in the company of the Great Rajinikanth at work…No change in him at all .. the same humble, simple, down-to-earth dynamic star .. what a privilege and honour ..”.
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In October 2023, Lyca Productions, the production entity behind Vettaiyan, unveiled a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Amitabh Bachchan and Rajinikanth from the film’s shooting locales. The snapshot was posted on X with the caption, “When Superstar and Shahenshah met on the sets of Thalaivar 170. Reunion on screens after 33 years. Thalaivar 170 is gonna be a double dose of legends! Rajinikanth…Amitabh Bachchan…Done with Mumbai schedule.”
Prior to this, Rajinikanth had shared an image on X to reveal his collaboration with Amitabh Bachchan. Vettaiyan is under the directorial helm of TJ Gnanavel. The cast includes prominent stars like Ritika Singh, Manju Warrier, Fahadh Faasil, Rana Daggubati, and Dushara Vijayan in lead roles. With the star power on display and the anticipation around Amitabh and Rajinikanth’s reunion, the movie looks to be a huge event in Indian cinema history.
Rajinikanth also expressed his excitement on social media about collaborating with Amitabh Bachchan once more. According to close sources, Big B is believed to portray the movie’s antagonist. As a result, Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan might be rivals in the movie. However, as of now, there has been no formal confirmation of this.
