Tovino Thomas-starrer Nadikar Thilagam renamed as Nadikar after backlash from Sivaji Ganesan fans

Fans of Sivaji Ganesan demanded that the makers change the name as Nadikar Thilagam is a moniker of the veteran actor.

Chennai | January 24, 2024 06:49 PM IST

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Actor Prabhu with cast of Nadikar

After the fans of Tamil icon Sivaji Ganesan expressed their opposition, the title of Tovino Thomas’ upcoming film Nadikar Thilagam has been changed to Nadikar. When the film was first announced, Nadigarthilagam Sivaji Samooganala Peravai, a fan association of the actor wrote a letter to the makers to change the title as it is a moniker of the legendary actor.

It was argued that Nadikar Thilakam is synonymous with Sivaji Ganesan and the title must only be used for a biopic of the actor. Heeding the request, the makers have removed the word ‘Thilagam’ from the title and are calling the film Nadikar, which means actor.

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Mythri Movie Makers, the production house of the film, invited Sivaji’s son Prabhu to be part of the promotional event as the chief guest. The actor was seen all smiles with the cast members Tovion Thomas, Lal, Soubhin Shahir. The film will be directed by Jean Paul Lal.

In Nadikar, Tovino plays the role of superstar David Padikkal, who is dealing with a multitude of personal and professional crises in his film career. According to reports, the film was made on a budget of Rs 40 crore. Bhavana, Suresh Krishna, Balu Varghese also star in the film.

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