Happy Birthday, Sivakarthikeyan: Is He The Future Of Kollywood?

As Sivakarthikeyan turns 39, Kollywood is buzzing over whether he can step into the shoes of Tamil cinema's biggest stars, particularly Vijay, as the latter appears to be shifting focus to politics. The question arose from a subtle scene in Vijay's The Greatest of All Time (GOAT), where Vijay seemingly hands over the responsibility to Sivakarthikeyan's character with a line: "Thupaakiya pudinga Siva." This has sparked speculation about Siva taking over as the next big star in Tamil cinema.

Sivakarthikeyan, a versatile actor who made his mark in both comedy and action, is no stranger to comparisons with other superstars. Despite his humble beginnings as a comedian, his rise to fame through roles in films like Marina (2012) and Amaran (2024) shows his meteoric career growth. While Siva humbly views the scene in GOAT as a gesture of love from Vijay, he has already established a unique legacy of his own, rising to fame with a fanbase that spans family audiences and children.

Though Vijay's absence from Tamil cinema may create a gap, Siva does not need to become the next Vijay. His success, like his filmography, is unique, and he is carving his path to stardom. With Ajith Kumar also slowing down his career, the spotlight is on Sivakarthikeyan to carry Tamil cinema forward—on his terms.