Rajinikanth's overwhelming joy as he reunites with 'mentor' Amitabh Bachchan after 33 years

Veteran actors Rajinikanth and Amitabh Bachchan commenced shooting for TJ Gnanavel's upcoming film today. The actors, who last collaborated in the 1991 movie 'Hum', enthusiastically shared this development on their social media platforms. Backed by Lyca Productions, the as-yet-unnamed movie is being promoted as an entertaining venture with a meaningful message.

Rajinikanth posted a photo with his mentor, Bachchan, from the film's set on his official X account. He expressed his excitement, saying, "After 33 years, I am working once again with my mentor, the phenomenon, Shri Amitabh Bachchan in the upcoming Lyca's 'Thalaivar 170' directed by TJ Gnanavel. My heart is thumping with joy! @SrBachchan @LycaProductions @tjgnan #Thalaivar170," in the post's caption.

After 33 years, I am working again with my mentor, the phenomenon, Shri Amitabh Bachchan in the upcoming Lyca’s "Thalaivar 170" directed by T.J Gnanavel. My heart is thumping with joy!@SrBachchan @LycaProductions @tjgnan #Thalaivar170 pic.twitter.com/RwzI7NXK4y
— Rajinikanth (@rajinikanth) October 25, 2023

Lyca Productions had announced Amitabh Bachchan's involvement in 'Thalaivar 170' back in October, saying, "Welcoming the Shahenshah of Indian cinema Mr. Amitabh Bachchan on board for #Thalaivar170. #Thalaivar170Team reaches new heights with the towering talent of the one & only @SrBachchan."

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