Vishal on Simbu-AAA controversy: Couldn’t take action because there was no reaction

“Let me take this opportunity to apologize to producer Michael Rayappan for not reaching a decision yet in Simbu’s matter,” said Vishal.

At the audio launch of Jiiva’s upcoming Tamil psychological thriller Kee, actor and Tamil Film Producers Council president Vishal finally addressed the complaint on actor Simbu whose unprofessional behaviour, according to producer Michael Rayappan, resulted in heavy losses for the film AAA, which released last year after multiple delays.

ishal is currently shooting for Sandakozhi 2.

Vishal said that he’s been asked on several occasions by members of the industry on why he hasn’t yet taken action against Simbu in this matter. “Let me take this opportunity to apologize to producer Michael Rayappan for not reaching a decision yet in Simbu’s matter. How can I take action when there’s no reaction from his end? I can’t even reach him on phone. Let us all be patient and give it some more time. Right now, the focus should be on ensuring Rayappan sir’s Kee has a smooth release on February 9,” Vishal said.

He said he has postponed the release of his film Irumbuthirai to ensure Kee has a wide release. “I didn’t want our films to clash. Hence, I moved my film to another date. I have also taken off from shooting on February 7 and 8 to be by Rayappan sir’s side and make sure that Kee releases without any hassles,” he said, earning a rousing response from the audience. Vishal also assured producer Rayappan that he’s willing to work with him for free. “I would like to use this occasion to inform Rayappan sir that he can approach me anytime with a project. I don’t even need remuneration to work with him. Bring a talented director on board and just let me know. I’m not sure if this qualifies as help, but I could do this from my end,” he said.

Vishal wished the entire team of Kee, which marks the debut of director Kalees. “I’m glad directors like Kalees are introducing audiences to new genres. We need more such talent,” he said. Vishal is currently shooting for Sandakozhi 2.

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