“It was a pleasant surprise when Rajini himself called us” - Prabhu

Rajinikant’s co-star was Prabhu in Guru Sishyan. The comedy timing among them is still remembered by many a movie goers. Fifteen years back Sivaji productions signed Rajinikant and the choice was P Vasu as director. Once again Rajinikant- P Vasu and Prabhu come again in Chandramukhi. Prabhu speaks about his film as an actor and producer.

How does it feel to be a producer of Rajini’s film Chandramukhi?
It was a pleasant surprise when Rajini himself called us and offered to do this film and that too in the Golden Jubilee year of Sivaji Productions. It was very nice of Rajini. He is a wonderful person. Apart from this our entire family is touched by the gesture of Rajini and Kamal. Rajini before the pooja took the blessings of my mother. Likewise only on the previous night we phoned Kamalhassan and told him about the launch. He flew in only for the function from Mumbai and went back by the return flight. He has never missed a family function in our house.

Were you cast in the film because you are the producer?
No! Director would never cast a person just because he happens to be the producer. Vasu who has written the story felt that I would fit the role well. Moreover it was Rajini who has suggested my name for the character. I feel so happy that Rajini chose me. Yet another aspect is that I vibe well with Vasu, he knows my plus and minus points and this would be a help to him while improvising the script.

Heard you are coming as hubby of Simran?
You are slowly making me tell the story. Honestly I know only the outline. The script is Vasu’s and you will have to ask him.