Rajinikanth defends daughter Aishwarya | She never said that
Superstar Rajinikanth, on January 29, defended his daughter Aishwarya who spoke about him being branded ‘Sanghi’ by many on social media. He said that ‘Aishwarya never said that the term Sanghi was a bad word’. At the audio launch of her film, ‘Lal Salaam’, Aishwarya said that her father Rajinikanth was not a Sanghi as claimed by many on X and other platforms. She further said that he wouldn’t have done a film like ‘Lal Salaam’ if he was a Sanghi.
What Did Aishwarya Rajinikanth Say
The audio launch of ‘Lal Salaam’ took place at a private college in Chennai on January 26. For the unaware, Rajinikanth will be seen playing an extended cameo in the film.
Speaking at the audio launch, Aishwarya said, “I generally stay away from social media, but my team often tells me what’s happening and keeps showing some posts. I used to get angry seeing them. We’re human beings too. In recent times, many people call my father a Sanghi. I didn’t know what it meant. I then asked someone what the meaning of Sanghi was, and they said that people who support a particular political party are called Sanghi.”
Continuing further, “I’d like to make it clear here, Rajinikanth is not a Sanghi. If he was, he wouldn’t have done a film like ‘Lal Salaam’.”
Rajinikanth was moved to tears after hearing her speech.
Rajinikanth addressed the controversy surrounding Aishwarya’s statement that he was ‘not a Sanghi’. He said his daughter did not mean ‘Sanghi’ as a bad word.
Actor Rajinikanth has opened up about daughter Aishwarya Rajinikanth‘s recent statement defending him at her upcoming film Lal Salaam’s audio launch. She had spoken about her father being called ‘Sanghi’ by a section of people. On Monday, speaking with reporters outside Chennai airport, Rajinikanth defended Aishwarya’s comment and said she never used ‘Sanghi’ in a ‘bad’ sense.
Rajinikanth said in Tamil, “My daughter (Aishwarya Rajinikanth) never said that Sanghi [the term] was a bad word. She only questioned why her father was being branded that way, when he is into spirituality.”
‘Rajinikanth is not a Sanghi’ controversy
Aishwaryaa had recently addressed those who called her father, veteran actor Rajinikanth, ‘Sanghi.’ She was speaking about her upcoming film Laal Salaam at the film’s audio launch on January 26 in Chennai, when she said that Rajinikanth was not a Sanghi. “I’d like to make it clear here, Rajinikanth is not a Sanghi. If he was, he wouldn’t have done a film like Lal Salaam,” Aishwarya had said.
She also said, “I generally stay away from social media, but my team often tells me what’s happening and keep showing some posts. I used to get angry seeing them. We’re human beings too. In recent times, many people call my father a Sanghi. I didn’t know what it meant. I then asked someone what was the meaning of Sanghi and they said that people, who support a particular political party are called Sanghi.”
About Lal Salaam
Rajinikanth will be seen in an extended cameo in Lal Salaam, where his character is named Moideen Bhai. Lal Salaam is set against the backdrop of cricket. It stars Vishnu Vishal and Vikrant in lead roles. With Lal Salaam, Aishwarya returns to direction after a gap of seven years. Aishwarya’s last directorial project was the Tamil action-thriller Vai Raja Vai, which also featured her ex-husband Dhanush in a cameo.
Rajinikanth, the legendary actor and political figure, came to the defense of his daughter, Aishwarya, following a recent controversy surrounding her statement. Aishwarya had mentioned that her father is not a “Sanghi,” a term associated with a particular ideological and political orientation.
Rajinikanth, known for his straightforward and candid approach, clarified that Aishwarya did not intend to use the term “Sanghi” in a derogatory manner. He emphasized that she never meant it as a negative or offensive word. The actor further explained that his daughter was merely expressing that he doesn’t follow a particular political ideology associated with the term.
The controversy arose when Aishwarya’s statement sparked discussions on social media, with some interpreting it as a derogatory remark. Rajinikanth’s clarification aimed to dispel any misconceptions and underline that the intention behind Aishwarya’s words was not to use the term in a disrespectful way.
Rajinikanth’s support for his daughter reflects the strong bond within the family and his commitment to addressing any misunderstandings that may arise. The incident also highlights the scrutiny that public figures and their families face in the age of social media, where statements can quickly become subjects of debate and interpretation.
As Rajinikanth continues to navigate his role in both the entertainment and political spheres, incidents like these underscore the challenges that come with being in the public eye. The veteran actor’s ability to address such situations with clarity and openness contributes to maintaining transparency and understanding between him, his family, and the public.
