Rathnam actor Vishal launches veiled attack on Rajinikanth’s unsuccessful foray into politics: ‘I won’t beat around the bush saying…’

During a media interaction while promoting his upcoming film Rathnam, Vishal responded to queries regarding his political aspirations, stating, “Yes, I am going to enter politics. I won’t beat around the bush saying ‘I will come, or I will come only if He (God) tells me to, or I will come when I come’ etc. I will definitely enter politics.”

Although Vishal refrained from explicitly mentioning names, his comments were interpreted by fans and netizens as a veiled attack on Rajinikanth, who has often said his foray into politics would be based on God’s wish and decision whenever posed with questions regarding his plans.

Vishal trolling Rajinikanth 😂👌 #Rathnam pic.twitter.com/UJGYeMpDqR

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Despite enduring speculation about his political trajectory for over two decades, the superstar confirmed only in December 2020 his intention to establish his own party in 2021. However, towards the month’s end, he reversed his decision, citing ill health and the prevailing pandemic circumstances.

Much like his “spiritual” statements in the past, Rajinikanth attributed his decision to God, saying: “I see this (hospitalisation) as a warning given to me by God. My campaign will impact health amid the pandemic.”