Stop Admiring Jackie Chan, We've Got Thala
By Ashwin Prabhu | Galatta | August 23, 2017 21:45 PM IST
Millions of hardcore fans in Tamil Nadu hardly get to see Thala because of the immense fan following he has in the state. However, once he lands in an international country he is free to roam and do everything his body would allow him to without restraint.
A lot of Indians and Kollywood fans love to admire Jackie Chan for his dedication. He does daredevil stunts all the time risking his life, getting fractured and staying in hospital for months. Ajith Kumar does it all the time but it never comes out openly and he did it once again for Vivegam, reveals director Siva.
“When we were shooting in Bulgaria, the climate was worst. The snow made the road very slipper and it looked like glass. Thala would never listen because he wanted the job to be done, without dupes. I was close to having a heart attack when he raced on his bike at top speed and our cameraman wanted one more shot to be done, because he missed it,” recalls Siva.
“Without Ajith’s determination, it would have never been possible. Never Ever Give Up was inspired by his real life. We put in so much hard work as a team which is what you see on screen. It’s no surprise it’s breathtaking and Vivegam release will be a festival of its own,” added a confident Siva.