Director Nelson Dilipkumar once revealed how Thalapathy Vijay reassured him after their 2022 film ‘Beast’ received a mixed response. Despite the film’s underwhelming box-office performance, the director said their personal relationship remained unaffected.In a 2023 interview with OnManorama, Nelson recalled asking Vijay whether he was upset with him over the film’s reception. The actor initially left without answering, but later contacted the filmmaker to address his concerns.Nelson’s account has resurfaced as his latest film, ‘Jailer 2’, arrives in theaters and is getting terrific reviews from the audiences.
Nelson Dilipkumar asks Vijay about ‘Beast’ failure
‘Beast’, released in 2022, featured Thalapathy Vijay in the lead role and was directed by Nelson Dilipkumar. The film received mixed reviews, prompting speculation about the working relationship between the actor and filmmaker.Nelson said he eventually asked Vijay directly whether he was angry with him. He recalled that the actor did not respond immediately after hearing his concerns.“We are always in touch. There is no connection between the Beast film and our relationship. Some liked the film, while some didn’t. We worked hard. I did exactly what was told to me. That chapter is over. Next time, I will do something different. Once, I asked him if he was angry with me. “The film is getting mixed reviews; that’s why I asked you.” On hearing that, he left without saying a word,” the director recalled.Nelson later received a call from Vijay, who questioned why the filmmaker had linked their relationship to the performance of ‘Beast’. According to Nelson, the actor was hurt that he had doubted their personal bond.When Nelson explained that people were speculating about a fallout following the film’s reception, Vijay clarified that public discussion and their friendship were two different matters.“That’s different, and what we have between us is different. If ‘Beast’ didn’t work, we will do another film,” he had said.
Actor congratulated Nelson after ‘Jailer ’
Nelson also recalled how Vijay responded when his 2023 film ‘Jailer’, starring Rajinikanth, received a positive response. The success marked an important moment for the director after the mixed reception to ‘Beast’.“When ‘Jailer’ was getting great responses, he messaged me, “Congratulations, Nelson, I am so happy for you.” No one knows all these things. Let people talk. We know what’s between us. It is better not to respond to such rumours. For people, such loose talk is just entertainment,” he said.See More: Jailer 2 Movie Review and Release Live Updates: First REVIEWS of Rajinikanth, Vidya Balan, Mohanlal and Nelson Dilipkumar’s film are out; netizens praise Anirudh Ravichander’s music
‘Jailer 2’ receives reactions from fans
Meanwhile, ‘Jailer 2’ has begun attracting attention online following its theatrical release. The sequel to Rajinikanth’s 2023 blockbuster has prompted reactions from moviegoers on X.Actor Dhanush shared his reaction on social media, writing, “JAILER 2 is a MUST MUST MUST watch. BLOCKBUSTERA FEAST for every Thalaivar fan..”Another social media review described the film as a mass entertainer, highlighting its action sequences, dark humor and Rajinikanth’s screen presence. The post also praised the first half and the interval sequence. The movie is expected to have a grand opening at the box office.
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