Sivakarthikeyan’s latest film Madharaasi, directed by AR Murugadoss with Rukmini Vasanth and Vidyut Jammwal, opened strongly in Tamil Nadu but saw limited response in Telugu states.

The highlight, however, was Superstar Rajinikanth’s heartfelt praise. Sharing his excitement on Instagram, Sivakarthikeyan revealed how his idol’s words—calling his performance “excellent” and hailing him as an action hero—meant more than any box-office number.

Overwhelmed, SK declared his love for Rajinikanth, saying the moment felt like a Rs. 1000 crore jackpot. Fans also flooded social media with congratulatory messages, turning it into a celebration.